Blizzard Addresses Trading Restrictions For New Accounts - Season of Exploration

Hey there! Today, we have some exciting news to share regarding the Season of Discovery in World of Warcraft. If you've been keeping up with the latest updates, you may have heard about the recent account restrictions that Blizzard has implemented for new players. In a recent forum post, Senior Game Producer Tom Ellis shed some light on these changes and clarified how they will affect new players in the game. So, let's dive right in and explore the details of these restrictions!

Account Restrictions for New Players - Season of Discovery

Blizzard has been conducting experiments with Classic Era and Season of Discovery, and they have decided to place restrictions on new accounts that have not yet purchased and consumed one month of game time. This means that these accounts will not be able to transfer wealth, such as items and gold, to other players through mail, trading, or the Auction House. However, it's important to note that new players will still be able to receive gold and items from their friends and established players.

If you've recently started playing World of Warcraft, you may have experienced these restrictions being erroneously applied to your account. Rest assured, Blizzard has resolved these issues, and once your account has passed the aging threshold of one month, you will never encounter this restriction again.

Blizzard understands that these restrictions may impact gameplay for legitimate new players, and they are actively evaluating the effectiveness of this change. If they decide to stick with it, they will consider adjusting the restrictions to minimize any negative impact on new players.

The primary goal of these restrictions is to combat Real Money Trade (RMT), which has been fueling various negative behaviors in the Classic Era and Seasonal gameplay. Blizzard is closely monitoring the impact of these changes and hopes that they will have a significant effect in curbing RMT.

As always, Blizzard appreciates the patience and understanding of the World of Warcraft community as they work towards creating a fair and enjoyable gaming environment for all players. Stay tuned for more updates as the Season of Discovery continues to evolve!