World of Warcraft: Midnight Could Release as Early as February 26, 2026

A recent leak suggests that World of Warcraft: Midnight may launch on February 26, 2026, potentially marking the end of the highly anticipated Legion Remix event. If accurate, this release window would give players ample time to enjoy the expansion’s pre-patch content before the next chapter of Azeroth’s saga begins.

The Next Step in The Worldsoul Saga

As the 11th World of Warcraft expansion and the second installment of The Worldsoul Saga, Midnight continues the conflict between Xal’atath and Azeroth’s champions. The story will return players to Quel’Thalas, with updated zones including Eversong Woods, Silvermoon City, and Zul’Aman. These areas will feature refreshed visuals, new quests, and fresh storylines.

The expansion will also introduce:

• Haranir, a bat-like Allied Race, available to both Alliance and Horde.
• The long-awaited player housing system, offered as a pre-order bonus with early access before the official launch.

Rumored Release Date and Collector’s Edition Details

The leak, spotted on the Gaming Leaks and Rumors subreddit and attributed to French magazine Dealabs, points to a February 26 release date. Dealabs also reported that the Collector’s Edition of Midnight will retail at €139.99 in Europe, though pricing for other regions remains unknown.

According to the report, the Collector’s Edition will include:

• A game key for World of Warcraft: Midnight Epic Edition.
• A Dark Heart Replica collectible.
• A hardcover artbook themed around Midnight.
• A Collector’s Pin.

At the time of writing, Blizzard has not announced when pre-orders for the Collector’s Edition will go live.

Timing With the Legion Remix Event

The rumored release aligns closely with the conclusion of the Legion Remix event, tentatively scheduled to end on January 19, 2026. If both dates prove accurate, players would have roughly five weeks between the event’s finale and the expansion’s launch—providing a clear window for exploring pre-expansion content. However, the exact nature of these pre-patch activities has yet to be revealed.

Official News Still to Come

Blizzard has not officially confirmed the release date for Midnight. More details are expected during a Deep Dive broadcast on October 1, 2025, followed by the expansion’s alpha test launch on October 2, 2025. With these updates, fans can look forward to a steady stream of information and gameplay opportunities throughout the fall and winter.