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WoW Forever beta level cap is now 30: what to do next
The WoW Forever beta cap is now 30. Check the October 1 update, prepare your character for the next levels and understand Wisp’s current starting-route coverage.
What is the current WoW Forever beta level cap?
The beta cap is now level 30. Blizzard’s October 1 development notes confirm the increase, replacing the earlier maintenance announcement covered here.
In this article
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A new dungeon to investigate in Wetlands
Excavation Site is included in the update. Our separate preparation page covers the current level range and the distinction from Dalaran’s dungeon.
Before heading out, check your character’s current abilities and quest log. A cap increase is an opportunity to continue your character, without needing to decide the entire next ten levels in advance.
A useful checklist before leveling from 20 to 30
You can get ready without guessing which new route will be quickest. Take stock of the character you already have, then compare your next steps with the current build notes.
- Clear space in your bags and save materials for recipes you actually want to make.
- Check your quest log for unfinished chains and note where you left off.
- Set aside money for training, repairs and supplies.
- Agree on a starting point with friends before everyone heads in different directions.
- After updating, check your action bars and addon interface before beginning a long session.
Plan the next talent choices before spending
Open your talent tree and look at the choices you want to reach next. Decide which points belong in that plan before spending them as each level arrives.
If you are trying a different build, change one thing at a time. Keep a note of your previous choices so you can compare ordinary questing sessions without relying on a single lucky fight.
Does Wisp include a route beyond level 20?
The free Wisp beta includes eight starting routes towards level 20. Alliance and Horde 20–35 beta guides are available separately with a 20–60 pre-order, and most of their 30–35 quests can already be picked up at the level 30 cap.
If you are trying another character, use a supported starting route on the website or in the addon. If you are continuing a level 20 character, check the new build notes and your quest log before choosing where to go next.
Related reading and guides
Sources and review notes
- Blizzard: October 1 beta development notes
- Blizzard: Beta Update Maintenance, October 1
- Blizzard EU: Beta Update Maintenance, evening of October 1
Updated October 12 to describe Wisp’s current guide coverage: eight free starting routes towards level 20, plus Alliance and Horde 20–35 beta guides with a 20–60 pre-order. The beta details were last checked on October 2, after Blizzard confirmed the level 30 cap in its October 1 build notes and superseded the original maintenance announcement.
