World of Warcraft Patch 11.1, titled "Undermine(d)," is set to launch on February 25, 2025, and it’s shaping up to be a massive update for The War Within expansion. This patch takes players to the subterranean goblin capital of Undermine, introducing a ton of new content, systems, and quality-of-life improvements. Here’s a rundown of everything new based on the latest info available as of today, February 23, 2025:
New Zone: Undermine
Location and Theme: Players will explore Undermine, the bustling underground city of the goblins, known for its towering buildings, tight streets, and wild tech. It’s a fresh take on goblin culture, diving deeper into their society beyond just explosions (though there’ll still be plenty of those).
Access: You’ll likely enter via Zandalar or Kezan, with a drill-like tram hinted at in the Kaja’Coast area of Zuldazar. The hub, Slam Central Station, connects to multiple zones, suggesting other entry points might pop up too.
Additional Areas: Beyond Undermine, new subzones include Gutterville (a corrupted spot in the Ringing Deeps) and Kaja’Coast (a goblin camp in Zuldazar tied to old Azerite mining ops).
New Gameplay Features
D.R.I.V.E. Mount System: Dynamic and Revolutionary Improvements to Vehicular Experiences introduces a customizable ground mount, the G-99 Breakneck. Earn parts and cosmetics through activities like Nanny Talullah’s Shipping and Handling, then race it on four Undermine courses (forward and reverse). It’s faster than regular mounts but limited to Undermine for now.
Goblin Cartels: Align with one of four factions weekly—Steamwheedle, Blackwater, Bilgewater, or Venture Company—to earn rewards like transmogs, toys, and D.R.I.V.E. upgrades. A fifth cartel, Darkfuse Solutions, joins later, tied to Gallywix’s allies, offering more loot.
Renown System: The Undermine Renown track splits into mini-reputations for the cartels, with world quests, rares, and unique rewards like the Thunderdrum Misfire mount (Renown 8) and pets Fun-Size Flarendo & Tiny Torq (Renown 9).
New PvE Content
Raid: Liberation of Undermine: An 8-boss raid where you fight across the city to the Gellagio, Gallywix’s lavish palace. Face off against quirky bosses like a mechanized gorilla, Roboyo, and the final boss, Chrome King Gallywix. Expect void-themed chaos tied to the broader Worldsoul Saga story.
Dungeon: Operation Floodgate: A new dungeon with a watery twist, featuring cultist vibes and goblin flair.
Delves: Three new delves drop with Season 2—Excavation Site 9, Side Street Sluice, and a secret solo challenge like Zekvir. Brann Bronzebeard sticks around as your companion, now with a tank role alongside DPS and healing, and goblin-themed modifiers jazz up existing delves.
Season 2 Kickoff: Starts a week after launch (March 4, 2025), bringing the raid, dungeon, updated Mythic+ rotation, and new tier sets with goblin-inspired bonuses (e.g., "Luck of the Draw!" and "Insurance!").
PvP Updates
New Arena: Cage of Carnage: A brutal, goblin-built battleground for some high-stakes action.
Season 2 PvP: Launches alongside PvE Season 2, with fresh rewards and tuning.
Class and Gameplay Changes
Hunter Overhaul: Big shifts here—pets can swap between Cunning, Ferocity, or Tenacity at the stables. Beast Mastery can opt for one pet, while Marksmanship ditches pets entirely for a sharpshooter focus. Other specs get tweaks too.
General Class Tuning: Tanks see damage buffs to align with DPS, plus spec-specific updates (e.g., Restoration Druid’s Mastery: Harmony rework, Monk’s Fists of Fury buffed). Check PTR notes for the full list—it’s extensive!
Swirly Fix: Boss attack telegraphs (those pesky ground circles) get clearer borders, solving a 20-year visibility headache for raiders.
Professions and Economy
Specialization Reset: Optional reset for Dragonflight and The War Within profession specializations, letting you relearn skills.
Enchanted Crests: Now available from vendors instead of crafting, easing gear upgrades.
Tuning: Individual profession adjustments to balance output and rewards.
Quality of Life
Quest Log Tabs: Switch between quests, events, and a legend for better tracking of what’s happening in Azeroth.
Visual Clarity: Updated effect visuals (like Swirlies) and potion-based character size tweaks.
Warband Updates: Guild achievement points now reflect your Warband’s total, and completed quests show up clearer in gossip frames.
Story and Lore
Worldsoul Saga Continues: Undermine ties into Xal’atath’s schemes, with goblin politics and Gallywix’s return driving the narrative. Patch 11.0.7’s Siren Isle prologue sets the stage, spotlighting figures like Orweyna and the Haranir.
Rewards and Cosmetics
Mounts: New rides like the Thunderdrum Misfire, a Delver’s Gob-Trotter, and dinosaur-themed goblin contraptions.
Pets: Fun-Size Flarendo & Tiny Torq from Renown, plus more from delves and cartel rewards.
Tier Sets: Season 2 raid gear with goblin flair—think explosive buffs and quirky visuals.
Achievements: Fresh challenges tied to D.R.I.V.E., cartels, and the raid.
Miscellaneous
Brann Stays: No new delve companion—Brann gets goblin schmuck upgrades instead.
Plunderstorm Ends: Wraps up with 11.1’s launch, so grab those last rewards before March 4.
This patch is packed with goblin chaos, from high-speed cars to a city-sized playground of greed and gadgets. It’s live on the PTR now, with final tweaks still possible before Tuesday’s release. Get ready to dive in—Azeroth’s about to get a lot greener!
