World Of Warcraft TOS Update Bans Boosting Communities...Kind Of

The change specifically targets Boosting Communities advertising their services, not you helping a guildmate.

Michael Byrne
By Michael Byrne, Editor in Chief
Share:

wow_boosting_ban_feat

Note: Activision Blizzard is still under investigation by the state of California for serious harassment charges. CEO Bobby Kotick is alleged to have known about such actions within his company – and performed some himself – and shielded the perpetrators from consequences.

There's a new change to the World of Warcraft terms of service that is going to change the game quite a bit for certain "communities." The communities in question are those that sell (and advertise) "boosting, matchmaking, escrow, or other non-traditional services, including those offered for gold."

Continuing to perform these services, particularly those that span across realms and excessively advertise, can net the accounts used "warnings, account suspensions and, if necessary, permanent closure of the disruptive World of Warcraft account(s)."

This do NOT impact you and your guild helping each other, or prohibit you from "using the provided in-game tools (“trade channel” chat) to buy or sell in-game items or activities for in-game currency."

So far, the news of the change is being meant with some mixed reactions in a rather lengthy forum post that does bring up the question of enforcement. We'll have to wait a bit to see if and when more well know boosting communities get the boot, but until then, maybe keep any advertising you do to a minimum.

Share:
Got a news tip? Contact us directly here!

About the Author

Michael Byrne
Michael Byrne, Editor in Chief
Mike “Magicman” Byrne has been a part of the MMOBomb family for years and serves as the site’s current Editor-in-Chief. His love for MMOs and gaming in general has led him to covering games for numerous websites including Gamebreaker TV and XIV Nation where he proudly displays his fanboy flag for FFXIV:ARR.

Discussion (0)


Read Next

Zenimax Details Combat Changes Coming In Elder Scrolls Online’s Update 33

Zenimax Details Combat Changes Coming In Elder Scrolls Online’s Update 33

The update focuses on making most player abilities scale dynamically.

By QuintLyn Bowers - 1 year ago

You May Enjoy

Divine Knockout’s Next Update Brings Changes To The Talent System And Progression

Divine Knockout’s Next Update Brings Changes To The Talent System And Progression

The idea behind the changes is to make player choice matter.

By QuintLyn Bowers - 3 days ago
Is It An MMO? #1 — Wayfinder Seems To Want To Be An MMO, But Is It?

💣 Feature | Is It An MMO? #1 — Wayfinder Seems To Want To Be An MMO, But Is It?

The upcoming action RPG is a cross between Warframe (not an MMO) and World of Warcraft (MMO).

By Matthew D'Onofrio - 5 days ago
EVE Online’s “Path To War” Content Update Expands On The Factional Warfare Campaign Story

EVE Online’s “Path To War” Content Update Expands On The Factional Warfare Campaign Story

There are even more ways to take part.

By QuintLyn Bowers - 6 days ago
The (Free) Exoprimal Beta Is Live Right Now And Lasts Until Sunday

The (Free) Exoprimal Beta Is Live Right Now And Lasts Until Sunday

Check out Capcom's upcoming third-person shooter this weekend only.

By Matthew D'Onofrio - 3 days ago
Call Of Dragons Launches On PC, iOS, And Android Later This Month

Call Of Dragons Launches On PC, iOS, And Android Later This Month

Wreak havoc on the battlefield, on land or in the sky.

By Troy Blackburn - 3 days ago
Sci-Fi Submarine Sim Barotrauma Launches On Steam, And Co-Op Could Be Hilariously Chaotic

Sci-Fi Submarine Sim Barotrauma Launches On Steam, And Co-Op Could Be Hilariously Chaotic

Explore the frozen moon of Europa in a submarine.

By Troy Blackburn - 1 week ago