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Is World of Warcraft hard? Our beginner verdict

World of Warcraft is level 4 of 5 on our beginner scale (Challenging), which makes it hard for someone who has never played. The hardest part for a newcomer is using lots of buttons.

Our verdict

Level 4 · Challenging

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Why it is hard

Many buttons and menus, lots of text, and an online community.

Learning the controls: 5 of 5
Moving the camera: 3 of 5
Need for quick reactions: 2 of 5
Consequences of mistakes: 2 of 5
Amount of reading: 5 of 5

Lower numbers mean fewer demands on the player.

You are probably ready when

You enjoy reading, planning and learning lots of rules.

Games that could help you get comfortable

If you are new, these build the skills World of Warcraft asks for, one step at a time. You don't need to finish them all.

Stardew ValleyLevel 2 · Easy
Pokémon Legends: ArceusLevel 2 · Easy
The Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimLevel 3 · Moderate
World of WarcraftLevel 4 · Challenging

Settings and tips that help

There is a free trial, so you can try it before you pay. Check Blizzard's site for current pricing, and use the in-game tutorials.

Where it plays

PC. Players: Online with others.

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