Alleged Leak Reveals Blizzard's Ambitious Plans for Warcraft Franchise
A leak from nearly a year ago allegedly revealing Blizzard's huge plans for the Warcraft franchise is looking more legitimate after a recent datamine seems to have corroborated a key aspect of it.
A leak from nearly a year ago allegedly revealing Blizzard's huge plans for the Warcraft franchise is looking more legitimate after a recent datamine seems to have corroborated a key aspect of it.
A leak from August 2025, initially shared by Reddit user 5thyatch and highlighted by Warcraft-content creator Bellular, showcased a purported document outlining Warcraft-related releases until 2030. This leak included release timelines for upcoming World of Warcraft expansions, two unannounced games, and even two TV shows. Recent findings from a datamine have added weight to this leak's credibility, particularly with references to a project named 'Camelot' related to WoW Classic.
Recent discoveries on Blizzard's internal servers by Wowhead have revealed references to Heroic and Epic editions of 'World of Warcraft Camelot.' Fans speculate that 'Camelot' might be the anticipated Classic+ version of WoW Classic, offering new content while preserving the original game's essence. The leak aligns with Blizzard's teaser for a significant Classic-related announcement at BlizzCon 2026, hinting at a post-BlizzCon release for 'Camelot.'
The leaked document also hinted at future expansions beyond WoW, accurately predicting the release window for the Midnight expansion and hinting at 'The Last Titan' for late 2027. Furthermore, it teased a new RTS game, 'Warcraft Chronicles,' slated for 2028, marking the first Warcraft RTS release since 2003. An untitled Arthas ARPG is reportedly scheduled for 2029, introducing a potential genre shift for the franchise.
Additional details in the leak suggest tie-in shows related to the Arthas game and Warcraft Chronicles, aligning with Blizzard's broader plans for the Warcraft IP. While the leak's authenticity remains uncertain, Blizzard's recent statements about expanding the Warcraft universe beyond MMORPGs indicate a shift in strategy. However, the leak's timeline and contents may have evolved since its emergence, considering Blizzard's tendency to cancel projects before completion.
With rumors of Xbox parent company facing layoffs, the fate of Blizzard's undisclosed projects remains unclear. Xbox's focus on strengthening key franchises raises questions about the future of Warcraft within the company's portfolio.
