WoW Subscription Cost Increases in Specific Region

World of Warcraft Price Hikes for Australian and New Zealand Players

Effective February 7th, Blizzard Entertainment will implement price increases for all World of Warcraft in-game transactions in Australia and New Zealand. This adjustment, attributed to global and regional market fluctuations, affects recurring subscriptions, WoW Tokens, and various other services.

Players with active recurring subscriptions as of February 6th will retain their current rates for a grace period of up to six months. This isn't the first price adjustment for WoW; Blizzard has historically modified pricing in various regions to reflect economic shifts. However, the US monthly subscription price has remained unchanged at $14.99 since 2004.

The price increases for Australia and New Zealand are as follows:

New World of Warcraft Service Prices (AUD & NZD, Effective February 7th):

While current exchange rates might temporarily align the new AUD/NZD prices with the USD rate, the fluctuating value of these currencies remains a factor. Player reactions have been mixed, with some criticizing the move while others see it as a short-term alignment with US pricing. Blizzard emphasizes that the decision wasn't taken lightly and acknowledges the impact on its player base. The long-term consequences of this price adjustment remain to be seen.