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Blizzard doing 'a thorough scrub' of illegitimate World of Warcraft Mythic-Plus dungeon rankings, with more changes to come
AppWizard
September 1, 2026

Blizzard doing ‘a thorough scrub’ of illegitimate World of Warcraft Mythic-Plus dungeon rankings, with more changes to come

Blizzard Entertainment is reviewing World of Warcraft Mythic Plus Dungeon rankings due to concerns over players purchasing carries, following the introduction of rewards for the top 1% during the Midnight expansion. Game director Ion Hazzikostas confirmed that the team is thoroughly examining this issue and will provide updates soon. The competitive rankings have led to discussions about the rapid increase in cutoff scores and the prevalence of paid invitations for +21 level groups. Players have faced penalties for obtaining Mythic raiding mounts through real-money transactions, causing confusion over legitimate practices. The percentage-based ranking system has increased participation in Mythic Plus dungeons but resulted in lower retention rates compared to the previous season. Community feedback on the new rewards has been mixed, with some players feeling stressed by the uncertainty of the cutoff. Class balance has also become a concern, as successful teams tend to favor specific "meta" specs, potentially limiting accessibility for other players. Blizzard aims to keep dungeons accessible for all classes while considering specialization-specific cutoffs for future seasons.
MMOs are better if classes are imbalanced—you just need to do it on purpose
AppWizard
May 17, 2026

MMOs are better if classes are imbalanced—you just need to do it on purpose

Hikaru Tamaki, during the Final Fantasy 14: Evercold presentation, revealed that the design team is considering a 90% damage reduction buff for the new Dragoon class while using its Sky High action. The game has maintained a strong job balance, partly due to the lack of a traditional talent tree system, which is currently under review. The developers are introducing a feature that allows players to sync their highest item level across different jobs, facilitating easier role adaptation without excessive grinding. The article suggests that MMO developers should enhance existing systems rather than reinvent them, advocating for a "purposefully imbalanced" framework where classes excel in specific areas while relying on others for support.
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