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Player Housing in WoW Set to Debut with Patch 11.2.7, Though Not Fully Realized

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### Excitement Builds for World of Warcraft’s Midnight Expansion

As anticipation grows for **World of Warcraft’s** upcoming **Midnight expansion**, players are buzzing with excitement over the game’s new housing system. Those who choose to preorder any version of **Midnight** will be granted early access to this much-anticipated feature, allowing them to start customizing their in-game homes before the expansion’s full launch next year.

### Early Access to Housing: What to Expect

In a recent interview with **GameSpot**, WoW’s senior game director **Ion Hazzikostas** provided specific details about the housing system’s rollout. Players who preorder will gain early access with the arrival of **The War Within’s 11.2.7 patch**. Although the complete housing feature won’t be fully implemented until Midnight goes live in early 2026, this early access allows players to get a sneak peek and start decorating.

### The Features of Patch 11.2.7

While patch 11.2.7 will introduce a significant portion of the housing system, it’s essential to understand what players can and cannot do at this stage. Players will have the ability to acquire their homes and collect various décor items. This preview phase is designed to let players start decorating, as initial hands-on previews indicate that it offers seemingly endless possibilities for creativity.

However, players should note that the full-fledged **neighborhood system**, which involves neighborhood-wide events and challenges, will only be available with the official launch of **Midnight**. According to Hazzikostas, this structure aims to foster community interaction and enhance the overall gaming experience.

### Timing and Strategy Behind Early Access

Blizzard’s decision to roll out housing features early is strategic. Hazzikostas mentioned that the community has been vocal about their excitement for the housing system, making it an opportune moment to allow players to engage with it. Furthermore, with the end of the current expansion cycle, players can revisit older content to unlock decorations at a more relaxed pace rather than being rushed during the initial chaos of a new expansion launch.

“We feel like the end of The War Within is an ideal time for players to gather decorations and engage with past campaigns,” Hazzikostas explained. “This way, they’ll have options to personalize their spaces as they explore a variety of content.”

### For Non-Preorder Players: A Glimpse at What’s Ahead

If you opt not to preorder, don’t worry! You’ll still have a chance to collect housing décor items beginning with the 11.2.7 update. While you won’t have access to a home until you unlock that feature later, building your collection will put you in a great position once you can.

### More Than Just Housing: Other Features in Midnight

The Midnight expansion promises a host of updates beyond the housing system. Blizzard is revamping **Quel’thelas**, introducing new playable Allied Races, and even launching a new specialization for Demon Hunters. Additionally, major changes to WoW’s **transmog system** will make it much more convenient and affordable for players to customize their characters.

With all these changes on the horizon, it’s safe to say **World of Warcraft** fans have much to look forward to as they step into the world of **Midnight**.

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