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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]=== | ||
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* The maximum distance you can zoom out the camera can be increased using the Camera section in the Interface menu. | * The maximum distance you can zoom out the camera can be increased using the Camera section in the Interface menu. | ||
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===Mature Filter Options Not Saving=== | ===Mature Filter Options Not Saving=== | ||
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# Open the options menu. | # Open the options menu. | ||
# Change the setting (whether on or off). | # Change the setting (whether on or off). | ||
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===Visual enhancements=== | ===Visual enhancements=== | ||
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*<code>/console farclip 1300</code> | *<code>/console farclip 1300</code> | ||
*<code>/console horizonfarclip 2112</code> | *<code>/console horizonfarclip 2112</code> | ||
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====DirectX 11 Rendering==== | ====DirectX 11 Rendering==== | ||
| − | {{ii}}DirectX 11 can significantly boost performance [http://us.battle.net/wow/en/forum/topic/3229374095 in some scenarios] | + | {{ii}} DirectX 11 can significantly boost performance [http://us.battle.net/wow/en/forum/topic/3229374095 in some scenarios]. |
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{{Fixbox/fix|Enable DirectX 11|ref=<ref>[http://us.battle.net/wow/en/forum/topic/1536333700 Reference]</ref>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Enable DirectX 11|ref=<ref>[http://us.battle.net/wow/en/forum/topic/1536333700 Reference]</ref>}} | ||
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{{ii}}This tweak seems to improve peformance for some. Only works when running d3d9ex. | {{ii}}This tweak seems to improve peformance for some. Only works when running d3d9ex. | ||
{{ii}}The default value of '0' lets the game handle the cache size. ~70-75% of your VRAM tends to be the best value | {{ii}}The default value of '0' lets the game handle the cache size. ~70-75% of your VRAM tends to be the best value | ||
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{{ii}} With the release of Patch 3.1, Blizzard Entertainment introduced a new UI AddOn development policy.<ref name="policy">http://us.battle.net/wow/en/forum/topic/1021053914</ref> | {{ii}} With the release of Patch 3.1, Blizzard Entertainment introduced a new UI AddOn development policy.<ref name="policy">http://us.battle.net/wow/en/forum/topic/1021053914</ref> | ||
{{ii}} According to the policy, "failure to abide by them [these rules] may result in measures up to and including taking formal legal action."<ref name="policy"/> | {{ii}} According to the policy, "failure to abide by them [these rules] may result in measures up to and including taking formal legal action."<ref name="policy"/> | ||
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# AddOns must be free of charge. | # AddOns must be free of charge. | ||
# AddOn code must be completely visible. | # AddOn code must be completely visible. | ||
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====Creating an AddOn==== | ====Creating an AddOn==== | ||
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# Create a new directory in <code>Interface\AddOns</code>. The name of this directory is important, as it is what other AddOns use to refer to this AddOn in dependencies. Using version numbers in this directory name is not recommended, as other AddOns may "break" when the version is changed. | # Create a new directory in <code>Interface\AddOns</code>. The name of this directory is important, as it is what other AddOns use to refer to this AddOn in dependencies. Using version numbers in this directory name is not recommended, as other AddOns may "break" when the version is changed. | ||
# Create a <code>.toc</code> file. <code>.toc</code> is short for "table of contents". A functioning AddOn will need a file named <code><YourAddOnDirectoryName>.toc</code> in "<code>Interface\AddOns\YourAddOnDirectoryName\</code>". | # Create a <code>.toc</code> file. <code>.toc</code> is short for "table of contents". A functioning AddOn will need a file named <code><YourAddOnDirectoryName>.toc</code> in "<code>Interface\AddOns\YourAddOnDirectoryName\</code>". | ||
Revision as of 12:06, 27 July 2016
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| Developers | |
|---|---|
| Blizzard Entertainment | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | November 23, 2004 |
| macOS (OS X) | November 23, 2004 |
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Warnings
- This game requires a constant internet connection for all game modes.
| Warcraft | |
|---|---|
| Warcraft: Orcs & Humans | 1994 |
| Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness | 1995 |
| Warcraft Adventures: Lord of the Clans | Cancelled |
| Warcraft II: Battle.net Edition | 1999 |
| Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos | 2002 |
| World of Warcraft | 2004 |
| Hearthstone | 2014 |
| Warcraft III: Reforged | 2020 |
Key points
- Mod friendly (Mods pertains to UI addons)
- Very active community
- One of the largest MMORPGs around
- Updated frequently
- Runs well on low end machines
- Expansions must be bought to play in active endgame areas and activities
- Game requires per month subscription fee
General information
- Official Blizzard community site for US
- Official Blizzard community site for EU
- Blizzard Watch "WoW" Category - A news site dedicated to all Blizzard Entertainment news.
- Wowpedia - A huge wiki for everything World of Warcraft related. Also handles anything Warcraft universe related.
- Thottbot - A old but expansive database on anything that can be found or used in-game. Same database as Wowhead currently.
- Wowhead - An expansive database on anything that can be found or used in-game. Has a clean interface.
- Statista - A ranking on the distribution of characters across EU and U.S. realms. Other statistics on World of Warcraft accessible.
- Curse and WoWInterface are both great addon sources.
Availability
| Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official website | |
First 20 levels are free to play. Base game purchase includes the Burning Crusade, Wrath of the Lich King, Cataclysm, Mists of Pandaria and Warlords of Draenor expansions. | |
- The playable characters from all expansions are available, even if the player has not bought any expansion packs.
DLC and expansion packs
| Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| The Burning Crusade | Available for free. Included with all full versions of the game. | |
| Wrath of the Lich King | Available for free. Included with all full versions of the game. | |
| Cataclysm | Available for free. Included with all full versions of the game. | |
| Mists of Pandaria | Available for free. Included with all full versions of the game. | |
| Warlords of Draenor | Available for free. Included with all full versions of the game. | |
| Legion | Can be bought from the Battle.net store. | |
Version differences
Starter Edition
The World of Warcraft Starter Edition is a free but limited version of World of Warcraft.
- Characters can be created and leveled up to 20, and professions to 100.
- Each character can earn up to 10 Gold.
- Cannot access expansion zones or quests, join guilds, hold Pet Battles, or use the Auction House.
- All achievements and progress carry over to the full version.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Save game cloud syncing
- Progress and stats are saved automatically by Battle.net
Video settings
In-game general graphics settings.
In-game advanced graphics settings.
Field of view (FOV)
| Instructions |
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Color blind mode
| Instructions |
|---|
Input settings
Audio settings
In-game audio settings.
Localizations
| Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English | ||||
| French | ||||
| Russian | ||||
| Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
| Spanish | Both Spanish and Latin American. |
Network
Multiplayer types
| Type | Native | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAN play | |||
| Online play | |||
Connection types
| Type | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Matchmaking | ||
| Peer-to-peer | ||
| Dedicated | ||
| Self-hosting | ||
| Direct IP |
Ports
| Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
|---|---|
| TCP | 3724, 1119 |
| UDP | 3724, 1119 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Windowed mode (OS X)
| Instructions |
|---|
FPS performance issues (OS X)
| Instructions |
|---|
Sound issue (OS X)
| Instructions |
|---|
Mature Filter Options Not Saving
| Instructions |
|---|
Other Information
Visual enhancements
| Instructions |
|---|
DirectX 11 Rendering
- DirectX 11 can significantly boost performance in some scenarios.
| Instructions |
|---|
gxTextureCacheSize
| Instructions |
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Addons
- World of Warcraft's UI is developed via LUA scripting, and XML data.
- AddOns are essentially mods, files to add to the installation folder that can improve interaction with the game.
- AddOns are generally self-contained User Interface (UI) modification components. However, some AddOns can be dependent on other AddOns to work, and some AddOns are actually collections of other AddOns. Some are built on libraries such as Sea or Ace. There is no size restriction on AddOns; some can grow to be quite massive.
Blizzard's AddOn Policy
- With the release of Patch 3.1, Blizzard Entertainment introduced a new UI AddOn development policy.[1]
- According to the policy, "failure to abide by them [these rules] may result in measures up to and including taking formal legal action."[1]
| Instructions |
|---|
Creating an AddOn
| Instructions |
|---|
Troubleshooting an AddOn
| Instructions |
|---|
System requirements
| Windows | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | Windows XP / Windows Vista with the latest service pack | 7 / 8 / 10 64-bit with latest service pack |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 AMD Phenom X3 8750 |
Intel Core i5 2400 AMD FX 4100 |
| System memory (RAM) | 1 GB (XP) 2 GB (Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10) |
4 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 35 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 8800 GT ATI Radeon HD 4850 Intel HD Graphics 3000 512 MB of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 470 ATI Radeon HD 5870 1 GB of VRAM |
| macOS (OS X) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | Recommended | |
| Operating system (OS) | 10.8.x | 10.9 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo | Intel Core i5 |
| System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 35 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 9600M GT ATI Radeon HD 4850 | Nvidia GeForce GT 750M AMD Radeon HD 6750M |