World of Warcraft’s Patch 11.1, titled Undermine(d), is set to release on February 25, 2025. This patch marks the first major content update for the The War Within expansion and introduces a variety of new features, including a new zone, raid, dungeon, and other gameplay updates.
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Release Dates
- Patch 11.1: February 25, 2025.
- Season 2 Start: March 4, 2025.
New Content
Zone
Players will explore the goblin trade capital of Undermine, which is central to the patch’s storyline. The city is embroiled in conflict between its major cartels (Bilgewater, Blackwater, Steamwheedle, and Venture Co.) and features a new dynamic transportation system called D.R.I.V.E., allowing players to navigate the city in customizable hotrod vehicles.
Raid
The “Liberation of Undermine” raid will feature eight bosses and open in staggered phases:
- Normal, Heroic, Mythic, and Raid Finder Wing 1: March 4.
- Story Mode and Raid Finder Wing 2: March 11.
- Raid Finder Wing 3: March 18.
- Raid Finder Wing 4: March 25.
Dungeon and Delves
The update includes a new dungeon called “Operation: Floodgate” and two delves—Excavation Site 9 and Side Street Sluice.
PvP Arena
A new arena called “Cage of Carnage” will be introduced.
Seasonal Updates
Season 2 will bring:
- A new Mythic+ dungeon rotation with updated affixes.
- A reset PvP ladder with fresh rewards.
- Tier sets tied to raid progression.
- Competitive events like the Race to World First for the new raid.
Important Deadlines
Players should complete their Season 1 activities (e.g., earning “Ahead of the Curve” for Nerub-ar Palace or Keystone Master achievements) before February 25 to avoid missing exclusive rewards.
Patch 11.1 promises an exciting continuation of The War Within storyline with significant content updates that cater to various playstyles. From exploring the vibrant chaos of Undermine to tackling challenging raid bosses, players have much to look forward to in the coming weeks.