Dive into Azeroth: 7 Mind-Blowing World of Warcraft Facts You Need to Know

     World of Warcraft, often abbreviated as WoW, is one of the most iconic and influential online games in video game history. Launched in 2004 by Blizzard Entertainment, this MMORPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game) transports players to the fantastic world of Azeroth, where they can create their own heroes, explore vast continents, fight epic monsters, and interact with millions of other players from around the world. With its rich narrative, deep gameplay system, and constant updates, WoW has captivated generations of players, setting standards for the genre and maintaining a dedicated fan base for nearly two decades.

World of Warcraft has over 5 million active users per month. Here are 7 facts about the game you might not know:

• World of Warcraft entered the Guinness Book of World Records as the most popular MMORPG, with over 100 million accounts created throughout its history.
• The language spoken by Murlocs in the game is based on gargling sounds made by the developers.
• There’s an in-game tribute to Robin Williams, a big fan of the game, in the form of an NPC genie named “Robin”.
• The famous Wilhelm scream, a sound effect used in many movies, can occasionally be heard in the game when characters die.
• The city of Dalaran in the game was inspired by the art of famous surrealist artist René Magritte.
• There are references to various pop cultures in the game, including tributes to Indiana Jones, Elvis Presley, and even The Simpsons.
• The initial development of World of Warcraft began in 1999, five years before its release in 2004, and cost an estimated 63 million dollars.