1.15.0 Patch Notes for WoW Classic PTR

Blizzard has recently released Patch 1.15.0 on the World of Warcraft Classic Public Test Realm, and it brings exciting updates for the upcoming Season of Discovery! Before the launch of Season of Discovery, the Classic Era and Hardcore realms will be patched to version 1.15.0. This patch includes various UI adjustments and bug fixes for these realms.

Default UI Adjustments

One of the significant updates in this patch is the inclusion of enemy castbars in the default UI. Players can now enable enemy castbars directly from the Options menu under the Interface settings. This highly requested quality-of-life feature was traditionally accessible through addons, but Blizzard has decided to integrate it into the default UI. Additionally, the remaining duration of damage over time abilities and other debuffs will now be displayed on the default enemy unit frame, providing players with better visibility during combat.

Developers' notes: These changes aim to enhance the overall gameplay experience for players and make commonly used addons more accessible. The integration of these features into the default UI eliminates the need for additional addons, streamlining the gameplay process.

Bug Fixes

Alongside the UI adjustments, Patch 1.15.0 addresses several bug fixes to address known issues in the game. Some of the prominent bug fixes include:

• The NPC Names Setting in the Options menu under Interface now functions properly.
• A fix for the "clucking" animation loop issue that occurs when using the Skull of Impending Doom.
• Restoring the proper combat reach of Taurens, ensuring they have their extra reach during combat. Remember, it's essential to stretch before engaging in physical exercise!
• An issue that allowed Warriors to incorrectly swap to the stance they were already in is now resolved.
• An interface error when right-clicking a member of a shared Battle.net group to send a whisper has been fixed.
• Various interface errors within the Options menu have been addressed.
• A fix for the interface error that sometimes occurred when abandoning a quest.
• Addressing the issue where raid and party members without assist or set target markers were able to use them.
• Fixing the missing gossip options or incorrect gossip options for certain class and profession trainers.
• Restoring the functionality of Redoubt, ensuring it procs even when the Paladin is not wearing a shield.

Developers' notes: These bug fixes aim to preserve the authenticity of the Classic experience while improving the overall gameplay quality. The restoration of certain class abilities and addressing interface errors ensures a more accurate representation of the original game.

Conclusion

With Patch 1.15.0, Blizzard continues to refine the World of Warcraft Classic experience by implementing UI adjustments and addressing known bugs. The inclusion of enemy castbars and debuff timers on the default UI streamlines the gameplay process for players, eliminating the need for additional addons. The bug fixes further enhance the authenticity of the Classic experience while improving the overall gameplay quality.

Stay tuned for more updates on the upcoming Season of Discovery, as Blizzard prepares to introduce new adventures and challenges to the World of Warcraft Classic realm!