Blizzard has raised the XP from dungeon monsters in World of Warcraft: Forever by 50%. The hotfix went live on November 8, 2026, around 2 p.m. ET, four days after launch, following loud complaints that dungeon leveling had become too slow. Many players say it still isn't enough.
The hotfix at a glance
| Change | +50% XP from monsters killed in dungeons |
| When | November 8, 2026, about 2:05 p.m. ET |
| Example | A monster that gave 40 XP now gives 60 XP |
| Blizzard's reason | To make repeat dungeon runs more worthwhile |
| Not changed | Dungeon quest XP and open-world monster XP |
Why players were angry
In WoW: Forever, Blizzard cut the XP from dungeon monsters so that players couldn't level up just by running the same dungeons over and over. Many players, especially those who like to level in groups, felt dungeons were no longer worth it. The complaints were loud enough that PC Gamer described the feedback as "passionate".
Is it enough?
For many players, no. The 50% boost applies to the already-reduced numbers, so dungeon XP is still well below what players are used to in Classic. One player on Blizzard's forums worked out that it's still about 65% less than before the cut. Others think it's a fair middle ground that keeps questing as the main way to level. Blizzard hasn't said whether more changes are coming.
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What it means for you
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Dungeons are now a better choice than before for leveling, especially with a good group, but questing is still faster for most players. A mix of both is the safest way to level right now. Playing long sessions? A comfortable MMO mouse with side buttons makes a real difference.
FAQ
Did Blizzard increase dungeon XP in WoW: Forever?
Yes. XP from dungeon monsters went up 50% in a hotfix on November 8, 2026.
Was dungeon quest XP changed?
No. Only XP from monsters killed in dungeons went up.
Is dungeon leveling faster than questing now?
Not for most players. Dungeons are better than before, but questing is still usually faster.
Sources
- Blizzard forums: Dungeon enemy XP increased, 8 November eu.forums.blizzard.com
- PC Gamer: WoW: Forever bumps dungeon XP from monsters by 50% pcgamer.com
- GamesRadar+: WoW: Forever devs address dungeon XP backlash gamesradar.com
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