Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.
Image via Blizzard
Category:
World of Warcraft
Guides

What is coming in the World of Warcraft ‘Pirate’ patch?

Pirates are incoming matey...
Image of Darrus Myles
Darrus Myles
|

Published: Mar 16, 2024 01:27 am

Blizzard Entertainment has been teasing the World of Warcraft's upcoming 'Pirate' patch for quite some time. We don't know all that much about it, but here's everything we do know, all in one place for you.

Recommended Videos

What is the Pirate update in World of Warcraft?

First things first, the Pirate Update is officially called Patch 10.2.6 and was actually on the roadmap Blizzard shared with the public several months ago. However, what we know about this update is still oddly little. Dataminers or Blizzard themselves usually reveal all the details for a patch, leaving no room for surprise.

This time, though, there seems to have been an extra effort to hide the upcoming patch's content, which, honestly, is a welcome surprise. Here's what we know so far:

  • March 19 Release Date - Patch 10.2.6 is set to launch officially on March 19, so everything will be revealed in just a few short days.
  • The Content is Secret - Blizzard has released no blogs or information relating to patch 10.2.6. Even the title, the "Pirate Patch" has been dubbed by the community.

Related: WoW Dragonflight Season 3 tier list

  • The only hint is a Pirate Flag - We're pretty sure this update has a lot to do with WoW's pirate world, as Blizzard posted a WoW Logo with a pirate theme on social media.
  • Freehold is likely involved - Freehold is WoW's primer pirate dungeon, so expect this update to relate to it in some way.
  • A new TImed Event - The final piece of information we know is that there is a new Timed Event coming with the update.

That is pretty much everything that's known about this update. Personally, I am a huge fan of Freehold and welcome any content that gives us an excuse to return to it. That said, I would temper expectations for this secret patch, as I don't think it's being considered a major one based on its naming conventions. Even so, we'll be there right on day one to get you all the information you need.

For more quality guides relating to World of Warcraft, check out All upcoming World of Warcraft expansions – Worldsoul Saga right here on Pro Game Guides.

Pro Game Guides is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
We have upgraded our commenting platform! Existing comments will be imported over the next few weeks.
related content
Author
Image of Darrus Myles
Darrus Myles
Darrus is a creative-minded individual with a passion for all things gaming. As a seasoned Game Guide writer that has been writing for the past 10+ years, and an active Narrative Designer for 5, he charges headfirst into the line of fire, taking on anything the industry has to offer him. The RPG genre is his home base.