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World of Warcraft tests native controller support after 20 years

Original: After 20 years as a PC staple, World of Warcraft is testing native controller support on Nov. 5—and Blizzard is hinting

Blizzard is rolling out a test of native controller support for World of Warcraft on November 5, a major shift for the two-decade-old PC MMORPG built around keyboard and mouse. The company has also hinted at possible console versions. Details on how far the support goes and whether a full console port will follow remain unconfirmed, fueling speculation among players.

Why now: The possibility of World of Warcraft coming to consoles after 20 years as a PC exclusive is a major surprise for the gaming community.

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• After 20 years as a PC staple, World of Warcraft is testing native controller support on Nov. 5—and Blizzard is hinting at console possibilities. Here’s what’s confirmed and what remains uncertain. https://www. cryovex.com/wow-console-port-b lizzard-hints-at-ports-world/ #… · MartinGuay@mstdn.ca · 1

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