Joyous Journeys Returns: 50% XP Boost in WoW Classic Until Mists of Pandaria Pre-Patch
2025-05-28 07:36:49World of Warcraft Classic has once again activated the Joyous Journeys experience boost, granting players a 50% increase in XP gains until the Mists of Pandaria Pre-Patch launches on July 1. This enhancement provides an excellent opportunity for adventurers to level up their characters swiftly in preparation for the new expansion.
Joyous Journeys is a recurring event in World of Warcraft Classic, designed to accelerate player progression before major updates. Initially introduced in 2022 ahead of Wrath of the Lich King Classic, this buff has been periodically re-enabled, including during Cataclysm Classic.
The Joyous Journeys buff is now available in Cataclysm Classic for the final time before the Mists of Pandaria expansion. Players can enjoy this 50% XP boost from level 1 to 85, making it ideal for leveling new characters. Note that this buff is exclusive to Cataclysm Classic and does not apply to Classic Era, Classic Fresh, Season of Discovery, or the modern WoW version.
The Joyous Journeys buff is automatically applied, requiring no additional actions from players. Those who wish to disable it can do so by visiting an innkeeper in any capital city, with the option to re-enable it later.
The Pre-Patch for World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria Classic will introduce significant new content, including the Pandaren race, Monk class, and revamped talent trees. Additional features like Pet Battles and AoE looting will also debut. Players can participate in the limited-time Attack on Theramore Isle event and complete the Theramore's Fall scenario. Moreover, those who finish the Pandaren starting experience before July's end will receive the Shaohao’s Sage Serpent mount in modern WoW.
For players looking to bypass leveling, a free Level 85 Character Boost is available through Season of Discovery. By defeating Balnazzar in WoW Classic Season of Discovery’s Scarlet Enclave raid before June 30, adventurers can claim this $60 service at no cost.