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Blizzard has announced adjustments to dungeon experience gains in World of Warcraft: Forever, confirming that while experience from killing monsters in dungeons will increase, it will not reach the levels seen in the original MMO. The developer stated that they must hold firm on these balance changes to ensure that dungeon grinding does not become the optimal way to reach level 60.
The decision stems from the developer's desire for the world of Azeroth to remain the central focus of the leveling experience. Blizzard expressed concerns that allowing dungeon-cleaving to be the fastest path would discourage players from engaging with the open world, effectively keeping them in caves for the duration of their progression.
Player sentiment regarding this change is divided. Some community members advocate for dungeons to serve as a viable alternative to questing, particularly for those playing tank or healer roles. Others seek parity with questing to ensure their time spent in dungeons feels rewarding rather than a waste of effort.
While the current approach limits dungeon-based leveling, uncertainty remains regarding future content. Speculation persists about potential limited-time events or experimental items, similar to those seen in the Season of Discovery, which might eventually provide new incentives for dungeon participation as the game evolves.
