World of Warcraft ‘Classic Plus’, a version of the old MMO with modern updates, might actually be real as Blizzard hosts secret event with popular streamers
Blizzard appears to be actively developing World of Warcraft Classic Plus, a modernized version of the classic MMO that would diverge from the original game’s update timeline. The company recently hosted a secret event in Irvine, California, where it invited prominent WoW Classic content creators including Xaryu, Sodapoppin, and Esfand under strict non-disclosure agreements—a move suggesting serious development is underway.
Rather than following World of Warcraft’s historical progression, WoW Classic Plus would chart its own course as a living, modern game, similar to how Old School RuneScape has evolved. This approach would allow Blizzard to maintain the foundation of classic WoW while introducing contemporary updates and content that appeal to both longtime fans and new players.
The development of WoW Classic Plus has long been a point of contention within the community. Since the original WoW Classic’s launch, players have consistently requested a version that preserves the charm and gameplay of the older game while receiving modern enhancements. With no major WoW Classic releases currently announced, community members increasingly believe the Classic Plus initiative is moving forward.
The NDA-controlled event with major streamers suggests Blizzard is in active development and testing the concept with influential community voices to gather feedback. While Blizzard has not officially confirmed WoW Classic Plus, the secretive engagement with prominent community figures indicates the project is substantially more than speculation and may be closer to announcement than previously thought.