WoW Forever Raids: Hyjal Summit & The Barrow Deeps
World of Warcraft: Forever launches with two new raids built for the level 60 endgame.
The raids
| Raid | Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Barrow Deeps | 10-player | A max-level challenge for smaller groups |
| Hyjal Summit | 20-player | Set on Mount Hyjal, one of Forever’s new zones |
When do raids unlock?
Raids aren’t available on launch day. According to Warcraft Wiki, they unlock on 9 December 2026, about five weeks after the 4 November launch. That gives everyone time to reach 60 and gear up through the new dungeons. We’ll update this page once Blizzard confirms the date.
Where does this fit in the timeline?
Forever takes place before Molten Core, so these raids come first in Forever’s own story rather than replacing the classic raid tiers.
Sources: Blizzard: What’s Next panel recap, Warcraft Wiki.
Frequently asked questions
What raids are in WoW Forever?
WoW Forever launches with two new raids for the level 60 endgame: Hyjal Summit, a 20-player raid set on Mount Hyjal, and The Barrow Deeps, a 10-player raid.
When do raids unlock in WoW Forever?
Raids aren't available on WoW Forever's launch day. According to Warcraft Wiki they unlock on 9 December 2026, about five weeks after launch, but Blizzard has yet to confirm the date.
Do WoW Forever raids replace the classic raids?
No. WoW Forever takes place before Molten Core, so its new raids come first in Forever's own story rather than replacing the classic raid tiers.