Fans of World of Warcraft can eagerly anticipate the upcoming patch 11.1.5, set to launch on April 22, 2025. This update promises a plethora of content enhancements and exciting features that players will not want to miss out on. Blizzard Entertainment has shared a sneak peek into what gamers can expect, highlighting events like the Dastardly Duos and the revival of Horrific Visions.
The newest patch will roll out following weekly maintenance on April 22, 2025, introducing several key features instantly, including the Nightfall Scenario, the Cooldown Manager, and the Winds of Mysterious Fortune buff. Here’s a detailed overview of what awaits players in this massive update.
Key Features and Schedule for WoW Patch 11.1.5
Release Timeline
- April 22: Introduction of Nightfall Scenario, Cooldown Manager, and Winds of Mysterious Fortune Buff.
- May 20: Launch of Horrific Visions Revisited.
- June 3: Commencement of Dastardly Duos.
The highlight of the patch includes the introduction of a new faction, Flame’s Radiance, located in the land of Arathor. Players will team up with this faction in the Nightfall Scenario to confront the remnants of the defeated Queen Ansurek’s forces. As you participate in these missions, you’ll earn rewards by progressing through 10 levels on the Renown track.
Alongside the new faction’s quests, players will engage in public scenarios that require defending Arathi against Sureki forces. This update also brings exciting new armor sets to discover, offering buffs that enhance strength while in Hallowfall and Azj-Kahet. Additionally, players can expect a new color variation for the Delver’s Dirigible and an impressive tabard that evolves visually as your rank increases.
The upcoming Cooldown Manager feature aims to streamline gameplay by allowing users to track cooldowns and buffs more effectively. Players can activate this feature in the Advanced Options section. Moreover, they can customize the placement of timers with the HUD Edit Mode, decreasing reliance on external addons like WeakAuras.
In addition to new gameplay mechanics, the Winds of Mysterious Fortune buff will boost experience gains by 20% for players between levels 10 and 79. The buff also provides a substantial renown bonus for major factions in the Dragonflight zones and selected major factions in The War Within zones, though Undermine factions are excluded.
Dragonflight and The War Within Factions
- Maruuk Centaur
- Iskaara Tuskarr
- Valdrakken Accord
- Loamm Niffen
- Dream Wardens
- Sabellian
- Wrathion
- Cobalt Assembly
The War Within Factions
- Council of Dornogal
- Hallowfall Arathi
- The Assembly of the Deeps
- The General
- The Vizier
- The Weaver
Additionally, players leveling in Dragonflight or War Within zones can find Mysterious Satchels during quests or while looting bodies. These satchels provide temporary stat boosts and visual enhancements while also offering gear appropriate to the player’s level and specialization.
Players can also obtain a limited-time potion that grants an additional 10% experience boost, stacking with the ongoing event’s 20%. However, it is important to note that these potion effects won’t apply in Mythic+ Raids or rated PvP encounters.
On May 20, 2025, players will dive into Horrific Visions Revisited, where they can explore corrupted versions of Orgrimmar and Stormwind. This challenge involves completing specific objectives while managing their sanity levels. Players can tackle this challenge solo or with friends, with an NPC accompanying solo players to provide assistance without succumbing to sanity loss.
This reopening of Horrific Visions will feature harder versions of encounters, potentially rewarding Heroic-level gear. Three new Horrific Vision Masks will also be introduced: Mask of Vengeance, Mask of Multitudes, and Mask of the Nemesis.
During this event, players will collect a currency called Displaced Corrupted Mementos, which can be exchanged for new and returning rewards, including mounts, toys, transmogs, and weapon enchantments. Details on these offerings will be revealed as we approach the launch date.
The final significant event of WoW patch 11.1.5, Dastardly Duos, will commence on June 3, 2025. This six-week event will challenge players to battle against animatronic versions of classic bosses, offering a variety of rewards for participation.
To join the action, players should speak to Xyggie Marou for matchmaking and consult Wodin, the Troll-Servant for power-ups and items as the event progresses. The initial week features four bosses, with more being introduced weekly, culminating in a total of ten bosses. Achievements will also be available that unlock unique in-game effects within the Dastardly Duos gameplay mode.