The WoW Classic Hardcore Self-Found Mode will be a special version of Classic HC that is even more challenging. Here's what you need to know about it, including the release window.
Although the WoW Classic HC realms are anything but crowded at the moment, Blizzard is not giving up on its special WoW permadeath game mode. In fact, the challenging experience can soon become even harder: Blizzard has announced a "Self-Found Mode" for WoW Classic HC, that comes with further restrictions.
So far, details about the WoW Classic HC Self-Found Mode are still quite limited, but the reason for that might just be that these are all the new features you can expect. Let's take a look at what is known about WoW Classic HC Self-Found so far.
WoW Classic HC Self-Found: Changes
WoW Classic HC is a special version of WoW Classic, and WoW Classic HC Self-Found will basically be a special version of WoW Classic HC. Still, every character death will be permanent. But in addition, the following restrictions will be added:
- You cannot trade with other players
- You cannot use your inbox
- You cannot use the Auction House
According to what Blizzard said at Blizzcon, these restrictions will be removed once you're at max level, which is usually level 60.
It remains unclear whether Blizzard will limit group play as well. As soon as there is any word from Blizzard on this, you will read it here.
WoW HC Self Found: Release Window
Blizzard plans to release the Self-Found Mode in February 2024. An exact release date has not been announced yet; Blizzard will probably choose a date that doesn't coincide with content releases of other WoW versions like Season of Discovery or Wrath of the Lich King Classic.
And that's what you have to know about WoW HC Self Found for now!