The WoW WotLK Classic Icecrown Citadel (ICC) patch is here! The highlight of the patch is the ICC raid, which you can enter from October 12 on – we'll show you all the new core features that are getting implemented with WoW WotLK Patch 3.4.3, as well as on which exact time ICC will open in your time zone.
World of Warcraft Wrath of the Lich King is considered one of the best WoW expansions ever, and now its Classic version is about to enter one of its most iconic phases in WoW history: The battle against the evil Lich King in Icecrown Citadel.
Players have been grinding the latest raid, Trial of the Crusader, for many months, so they will be happy to hear that Blizzard finally released the next big patch. Here's what you need to know.
WoW WotLK Classic Phase 4 Release Date, ICC Start Time, Highlights
Blizzard has just released WotLK Classic patch 3.4.3 on October 10, 2023. The Icecrown Citadel patch is loaded with lore, challenges, and rewards. Here are some of the highlights that you can expect from the new patch:
- Icecrown Citadel Raid: The centerpiece of this patch is, of course, the Icecrown Citadel itself. This massive fortress stands as the last big raid dungeon of the expansion (Halion is still to come, but it's rather an Onyxia-like short raid), packed with 12 boss encounters. It's where we finally get to confront the Lich King, Arthas Menethil, and bring an end to his reign of terror.
- Be aware that ICC will not release directly on patch day, but two days later, on October 12! The exact opening time depends on your time zone: You can start entering ICC from 3 pm PST / 6 pm EST / 11 pm BST / 12 pm CET.
- New 5-man Dungeons: Alongside the raid, the patch introduced three new 5-man dungeons located within the Citadel. They are: The Forge of Souls, Pit of Saron, and the Halls of Reflection. Each has its own unique challenges and lore, making them a must-visit not only for loot, but also for the story.
- Random Dungeon Finder: Not everyone will like this feature since it has proved its potential to lower social interactions, but it will definitely speed up the group finding process.
- New Titan Rune Dungeons: As expected, WotLK's 5 man dungeons will get another level of difficulty with better loot.
Be aware that playing on patch day can often result in experiencing technical problems and even server downtimes. If you're experiencing slow download speed when preloading the patch, this guide may help you: Battle.net: Slow Download Speed - 8 Options To Fix It.
So gear up, gather your friends, and embark on one of WoW's most epic adventures. Happy raid!
