Leveling up to the current level cap minus the expansion levels (currently up to ). 3. The Latest Adventure: Expansions Getting Started on your Free Trial - World of Warcraft

Before spending a dime, you can play the . Cost: $0.00

Starting your journey in Azeroth can be a bit confusing because World of Warcraft (WoW) isn't just a single purchase—it is a combination of a and one-time expansion costs . As of April 2026 , 1. The Entry Point: Free Trial

Access to (everything from Burning Crusade through Dragonflight ).

Full access to (the original 2004 version of the game) and its seasonal variations.

To play past level 20 and access almost all legacy content (everything except the current expansion), you need an active subscription. Interestingly, the base US price of $14.99 has remained unchanged for over 20 years. Plan Duration Monthly Cost Total Upfront 3 Months 6 Months 12 Months Prices sourced from the Battle.net Shop . What’s included in a sub:

You can play up to Level 20 on as many characters as you want. It’s a great way to see if the game's mechanics and world click for you before committing.