Know your edition
Your game, in context.
A realm ruleset in Classic, not a separate executable. Pick addons for the actual Classic client and build. Do not identify a Hardcore realm from a folder name alone.
World of Warcraft · Classic Era →World of Warcraft / mode
World of Warcraft Classic Hardcore
One life changes the stakes of the Classic adventure.
Where to play ↓
Blizzard EntertainmentGame family artwork
Where to play
Platforms & editions.
Windows
macOS
This is a mode within its parent game, not an additional installation detected by Heimdall.
Storefronts: Battle.net. Availability varies by region and edition.
Addon routing
Use the correct installed client.
A realm ruleset in Classic, not a separate executable. Pick addons for the actual Classic client and build. Do not identify a Hardcore realm from a folder name alone.
Open the client guide →Explore the family
Related games & editions.
clientWorld of Warcraft · RetailAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Classic progressionAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Classic EraAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Classic AnniversaryAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Retail PTRAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Retail PTR 2An edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Retail BetaAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Classic PTRAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Classic BetaAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.clientWorld of Warcraft · Classic Era PTRAn edition-specific World of Warcraft client and addon environment.modeWorld of Warcraft: Season of DiscoveryClassic with rune-based class changes and seasonal discoveries.upcomingWorld of Warcraft: ForeverAn announced new version of Azeroth with its own planned journey.
Sources & review
Reviewed October 13, 2026. Platform lists describe these releases; historical platforms do not imply current online service or store availability. Artwork belongs to Blizzard Entertainment and is sourced from its launcher or official site.