World of Warcraft Beta To Begin

MrWonton writes "The word is finally out from Blizzard: the World of Warcraft beta test sign-up begins 6:00 PM PST Wednesday, January 28th. No need to rush though, it'll be open through February 4th, and it's not on a first-come first-serve basis. Good luck!" Update: 01/27 16:34 GMT by S : To clarify, Blizzard say "you will be able to submit an application and receive equal consideration anytime during the signup period", but only selected individuals will get into this initial Beta.

Excitment over what?

[Shihar]

Why in the hell are you people excited over this game? I am totally blown away by the reception WoW is getting. As far as I can tell this game offers absolutely nothing new other then the setting, and it isn't like the setting was a great leap in creativity either. Honestly, look at the features they promise and try and find the ones they are offering that will be new. What it comes down to is that they are offering more of the same, but swear they will do it 'right'. Please.

WoW looks and feels like every other MMORPG out there to date. You will log on, kill stuff, and be bored in a month unless you are an addict. Truly addictive behavior is the only to enjoy this game, and I am not sure I would call even that 'enjoyable'.

WoW is not revolution or true advancement. It is just the same shit refined a little bit more. I personally have absolutely no excitment for this game or MMORPGs in general these days. MMORPG makers are just getting more and more spineless. They are taking fewer risks and the genera is stagnating. Personally, I will not waste my time even applying for WoW beta. I will wait until a game comes and takes a few risks. Everquest/AC/DAoC refined, which is all that WoW offers, has no interest for me.