By the FlowUP team, gaming PC builder in Genappe (Belgium) · Updated 29 September 2026
In brief: no, World of Warcraft is still not on console at the end of September 2026. Blizzard keeps saying its priority remains PC, even though the topic has been open since Microsoft’s acquisition. The real news comes from the BlizzCon 2026 (12 and 13 September): WoW: Forever, an enhanced version of the original WoW, with a controller mode and support for the Xbox controller, but announced for Windows and macOS only. The Midnight expansion, released on 2 March 2026, is exclusive to PC and Mac as well, with a recommended configuration that has been significantly increased.
WoW on Xbox or PlayStation: what was said
Since 2004, World of Warcraft has been a PC game (and Mac). Blizzard’s arrival at Microsoft reignited the question of a console version, and it comes up again at every BlizzCon. But between official statements and rumours, you have to sort through it.
In 2026, World of Warcraft is still a PC and Mac game.
| Date | What was said | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 6 November 2023 | BlizzCon 2023: Holly Longdale (WoW lead) says the subject is being discussed, without promising anything | Official |
| 27 October 2025 | According to Windows Central, the next Xbox will reportedly run Windows and could launch WoW via Battle.net (not a console port) | Press, unconfirmed |
| 6 November 2025 | Ion Hazzikostas (game director): if Blizzard were actively working on a console version, it would say so | Official |
| 24 February 2026 | Microsoft is reportedly exploring integrating the WoW subscription into Game Pass Ultimate | Rumour |
| 2 March 2026 | Release of the Midnight expansion, Windows and macOS only | Official |
| 12-13 September 2026 | BlizzCon 2026: announcement of WoW: Forever with a controller mode in alpha, on Windows and macOS, with no date | Official |
| 19 September 2026 | Ion Hazzikostas: priority remains PC; Classic and Forever would be more suited to Xbox than the current version | Official |
Sources: Windows Central, Wowhead, ComicBook, Vice, Game Informer, Pure Xbox (see the list at the end of the article).
WoW: Forever and the controller: a step towards console?
This is the most concrete sign to date. WoW: Forever takes the original WoW and enhances it, and Blizzard has shown a full controller mode there, with Xbox controller support announced for its PC launch. For the current version of the game (“Retail”), Blizzard is still talking about many design questions. In other words: playing WoW with a controller is becoming realistic, but on PC.
Hoosgaming was able to try this controller mode:
Hoosgaming, “We try the controller version of WoW Forever! So, does it work?,” September 2026.
What PC to play WoW Midnight in 2026?
With Midnight, Blizzard has significantly increased the recommended configuration. WoW remains a game that depends heavily on the processor, especially in raids and in crowded cities.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| System | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor | 6 cores at 4.0 GHz boost (Intel Coffee Lake, AMD Zen 2) | 8 performance cores at 5.2 GHz boost (Intel Core Ultra series 2, AMD Zen 5) |
| Graphics card | DirectX 12 with 4 GB (GTX series 10, AMD RDNA 1, Intel Iris Xe2) | DirectX 12 with 8 GB (RTX series 40, AMD RDNA 3, Intel Arc B) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | SSD, 128 GB free | SSD, 128 GB free |
Source: configuration published by Blizzard on 19 August 2025 for Midnight (relayed by MMO-Champion and the official Blizzard forum).
Our take: for comfortable raiding, aim for a recent 8-core fast CPU (a Ryzen X3D is an excellent choice for CPU-limited games), a graphics card of at least 8 GB and 16 GB of RAM, 32 GB if you keep Discord, a browser and addons open. For the CPU choice, see the best gaming processor in 2026.
Two screens, one for the game, one for guides and Discord: a classic for MMO players.
Our PCs for World of Warcraft
Novara PC GeForce RTX 5070 12GB
Ryzen 5 7500X3D, RTX 5070 12GB, 16GB of DDR5 and 1TB M.2 SSD: a ready-to-play setup straight out of the box.
Swift PC: RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB
To play WoW and the rest of the library, with 16 GB of video memory.
The entire range is in the category FlowUP gaming PC.
FAQ: World of Warcraft on console
Is World of Warcraft available on Xbox or PS5?
No. As of 29 September 2026, WoW is only available on Windows and macOS, including the Midnight expansion.
Can you play WoW with a controller?
Yes on PC, and Blizzard is developing a full controller mode, shown for WoW: Forever with Xbox controller support.
Will WoW: Forever release on console?
It’s been announced for Windows and macOS, with no release date. Blizzard considers Forever and Classic better suited to the Xbox, with no announcement yet.
What configuration for WoW Midnight?
Recommended by Blizzard: Windows 11, a recent 8-core processor (Core Ultra series 2 or Zen 5), an 8 GB graphics card such as RTX series 40 or RDNA 3, 16 GB RAM, and an SSD.
Sources
- Windows Central, WoW on Xbox or PlayStation? (BlizzCon 2023)
- Wowhead, the next Xbox on Windows (October 2025)
- ComicBook, Ion Hazzikostas’ response (November 2025)
- Vice, Game Pass Ultimate rumour (February 2026)
- Game Informer, announcement of WoW: Forever (12 September 2026)
- Pure Xbox, Xbox controller support (September 2026)
- Windows Central, interview with Ion Hazzikostas (September 2026)
- MMO-Champion, Midnight system requirements (August 2025)
