Mists of Pandaria Classic officially launched on July 21, 2025, delivering players back to the ancient continent shrouded in mystery. The expansion is available globally at the following times:
- PDT: July 21 at 3:00 PM
- EDT: July 21 at 6:00 PM
- GMT: July 21 at 10:00 PM
- UTC: July 21 at 10:00 PM
- BST: July 21 at 11:00 PM
- CEST: July 22 at 12:00 AM
Players can now level up to 90, explore lush new zones, participate in reintroduced PvP modes, and take on dungeons and raids from one of WoW’s most scenic and diverse expansions. Note that servers may release earlier or later than scheduled. For accurate schedules, see Blizzard’s official post.
Key Features in Mists of Pandaria Classic
- Level Cap Increased to 90: Talent trees have been extensively reworked, allowing players to earn new talents through the journey to level 90.
- New Zones: Players can now explore Pandaria through the following areas:
- The Wandering Isle (Levels 1–10)
- The Jade Forest (Levels 85–86)
- Valley of the Four Winds (Levels 86–87)
- Krasarang Wilds (Levels 86–87)
- Kun-Lai Summit (Levels 87–88)
- Townlong Steppes (Levels 88–89)
- Dread Wastes (Levels 89–90)
- Vale of Eternal Blossoms (Level 90)
- Dungeons and Raids: Six new dungeons are now available in Pandaria, along with four revamped Heroic dungeons and three new raids.
- PvP Additions: A new arena and two new battlegrounds will be accessible when PvP Season 12 begins the week after launch.
- Sunsong Ranch: Players can own a personal farm in the Valley of the Four Winds by earning reputation with the Tillers.
- Scenarios: Mists of Pandaria Classic introduces seven three-player scenarios that focus on shared PvE objectives and offer a new way to experience group content.
- Challenge Mode Dungeons: Challenge Modes return, providing players with time-based dungeon objectives and prestige rewards.
Tillers and Your Farm at Sunsong Ranch
In the Valley of the Four Winds, players can establish their own farm through the Tillers faction. Gaining reputation with this group unlocks farming plots and new opportunities to plant and harvest crops. The Tillers represent Pandaria’s agricultural spirit, and their progression adds a unique personal dimension to gameplay.
Dungeons of Pandaria
Six new dungeons and four revamped Heroic dungeons await players in Pandaria. These include temples, breweries, and halls filled with enemies and loot. Specific level ranges and entry requirements vary per dungeon.
Scenarios and Challenge Modes Return
Scenarios and Challenge Modes provide more options for engaging group content. Scenarios are three-player PvE missions that support flexible group compositions. Challenge Modes offer time-based dungeon challenges for five players looking for additional difficulty and prestige rewards.
Earn the Sage Serpent Mount in Modern WoW
From July 1 to July 30, players can unlock Shaohao’s Sage Serpent mount in modern World of Warcraft by completing the Pandaren starting experience in Cataclysm Classic:
- Install World of Warcraft: Cataclysm Classic.
- Create a Pandaren character.
- Complete the starting experience and choose a faction.
The mount will then be delivered to your modern WoW collection. A subscription or game time is required.
Character Boost to Level 85
A Level 85 Character Boost is available as part of the Sha-Infused Epic Pack or via Battle.net. This can be used on Classic Progression characters, including Pandaren and Monks.
Mogu’shan Vaults Raid Opens July 31
The Mogu’shan Vaults raid opens globally on July 31 at 3:00 PM PDT. This raid includes six bosses and offers 10- and 25-player versions in both Normal and Heroic difficulties. The raid is set in Kun-Lai Summit, and players will uncover the ancient secrets of the Mogu empire.
Final Thoughts
Mists of Pandaria Classic reintroduces one of World of Warcraft’s most atmospheric expansions. With new zones, systems, and content to experience, the time is now to explore Pandaria. Whether you’re farming reputation with the Tillers or queuing for a Challenge Mode dungeon, there’s something here for everyone.
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