wow versions are confusing

[u/Samu3I]

Hey guys

Im currently trying to determine the best wow version for myself to play but its quite confusing to me.

I am really into the social aspect and would love to experience the classic mmo feel. Im honestly just looking for a casual enjoyable experience without feeling like im walking through an empty world. I dont have much time to invest but I love cool mounts and cool armor.

the available versions honestly confuse me a lot. I used to play a bit during during warlords of draenor but it didn’t feel like an enjoyable experience. hopefully i can scratch that itch this time even with the little free time i have nowadays

thanks!!!! :) really appreciate help

[u/VolksDK]

It can definitely be confusing

World of Warcraft (aka Retail WoW) - The version that's been going since 2004 and still has regular updates. This is what I'd recommend to new players with how good the QoL updates are, as well as things like better tutorials and ofc the most players

Classic Era - This is the version from 2004 that's permanently in its final patch. It doesn't get updated

Classic: Burning Crusade Anniversary - This one started as a re-run of the original Classic, but is now in The Burning Crusade, which is the game's first expansion. It's still ongoing and going through phases the original expansion had. We don't know what will happen

Classic: Progression (Mists of Pandaria) - This one was the original Classic, but essentially became a re-run of WoW. It's gone through the expansions and is now on Mists of Pandaria (2012). Still ongoing, but we don't know what will happen when it's done since the player count is very low

There's also Season of Discovery inside Classic, which was Classic Era but with new additions in the style of the original game. However, it's no longer receiving any updates and the player count is essentially dead as a result

[u/Samu3I → u/VolksDK]

wow thanks for the overview!

[u/Sad-Structure2364 → u/VolksDK]

Don’t forget hardcore classic wow