World of Warcraft Adds Prop Hunt Mode to Break Up the Void Invasion
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
World of Warcraft's Midnight expansion is introducing Decor Duel, a prop hunt minigame, alongside a packed 2026 content roadmap that includes new zones, raids, and labyrinth adventures.
World of Warcraft is leaning into pure chaos for its upcoming Midnight expansion, introducing a prop hunt mode called Decor Duel to give players a break from saving Azeroth. As outlined during the recent State of Azeroth showcase, the new mode drops two teams of five into city and neighborhood maps where one side transforms into everyday objects while the other hunts them down. It is a classic formula familiar to fans of Team Fortress 2 and Garry's Mod, offering a lighthearted social diversion when the endless void assaults start wearing on your raid group.
Beyond turning yourself into a tavern chair, Blizzard's 2026 roadmap is packed with substantial content updates for the MMO. Patch 12.0.5 arrives shortly after the March 2 launch of Midnight, bringing prop hunt alongside open world void assaults. Later in the summer, patch 12.1 will introduce a new zone, raid, Mythic+ dungeon pool refresh, and a much-needed overhaul to the Friends system. Later in the year, players can look forward to new Labyrinths, which are sprawling adventures inspired by the flexible structure of Delves.
For communities that spend as much time socializing in hubs as grinding end-game gear, these experimental diversions are vital for player retention. Blizzard is also following up on the success of previous hits like Plunderstorm with another mysterious mode later in the year, proving that modern MMOs need to offer varied entertainment loops to keep players engaged across platforms. To read the full breakdown of the State of Azeroth roadmap, check out the original report on Rock Paper Shotgun.
Original Source: Rock Paper Shotgun
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Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun