World of Warcraft Forever launches with mega-server structure
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Blizzard recently launched World of Warcraft Forever using multi-region mega servers that reports say avoided typical launch queues.
Blizzard recently launched World of Warcraft Forever. The game uses a mega-server structure spanning multiple regions to support larger populations. Reports say the launch avoided the login problems, server instability, and long queues common to major Blizzard releases.
World of Warcraft: Forever · official art via IGDBJosh Greenfield, a developer for WoW Classic and Forever, said the team encountered problems with the service managing zeppelins and boats. Blizzard added temporary portals while preparing a permanent fix. Greenfield also said certain areas felt quieter than expected due to layer configurations. Blizzard is currently addressing those settings.
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