WoW: Forever's Smooth Launch Has a Hidden Cost for All of Azeroth

Launching a new MMORPG without major server problems is an achievement, especially when that game isWorld of Warcraft: Forever. Blizzard's latest take on Azeroth arrived on November 4, and its opening hours were surprisingly smooth. Players were able to get into the game without the lengthy queues and widespread server instability that have plagued previous MMO launches. However, that smooth experience has come with an unexpected drawback. For some players, Azeroth feels unusually empty, even with thousands of adventurers eager to explore it.