This month, PC Gamer delivers world-exclusive access to World of Warcraft: Forever, the exciting new evolution of classic WoW that is kicking off a new MMO golden age. Not only do we play Forever extensively, but PC Gamer also speaks directly to many of the key devs at Blizzard who have made it a reality. And, we’re pleased to say that, finally, the old WoW magic is back!
This issue also boasts one of the fattest preview sections of the year, with PC Gamer going hands-on with a wide variety of hot incoming games, including Total War: Warhammer 40,000, Rainbow Six Tactics, Stronghold 4, 1666: Amsterdam, Lego Skylines, Afterworld, Sanctuary: Shattered Sun, and Bodycam.
Meanwhile, the PC Gamer reviews machine passes judgement on The Blood of Dawnwalker, Metal Gear Solid IV: Guns of the Patriots, Star Wars Zero Company, Fields of Mistria, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Sovereign Tower, among others.
All that plus a group test on top PC case fans, a reinstall of legendary neo noir action game, Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne, the commencement of a brand new diary where we play as a corporate serial killer in Starfield, a look at an ambitious new mod for Stardew Valley that lets you play it in 3D and VR, a developer-led deepdive into the conception of Forbidden Solitaire, a love letter to playing games with gyro aim, a fresh dispatch from The Spy, an editorial face off fight debating whether PC gaming belongs in the living room, an authoritative review of the Ryzen 7 7700X3D processor, a special report on GTA 6‘s glitzy Netflix reveal, and much more, too. Enjoy the issue!
Cover feature: World of Warcraft: Forever
Written by: Heather Newman
Magazine exclusive: Until October 26th, 2026
What’s in this month’s cover story: PC Gamer not only gets exclusive hands-on access to Blizzard’s stunning reboot of classic WoW, but also speaks to numerous of its key developers about the epic journey they have been on to bring it to life. And, yes, we’re calling it already: a new golden age of MMOs is about to begin. The old World of Warcraft magic is back!
Additional content in this month’s issue
Total War: Warhammer 40,000
Our lead preview of this issue sees PC Gamer go hands-on with what we’re already considering the most epic Warhammer 40K RTS of all time. Total War: Warhammer 40,000 is simply massive in scale and spectacle, with website editor Fraser Brown very much living the grimdark dream while playing it. Find out why in this awesome 6-page preview.
Meanwhile, our lead review this issue sees us go fangs-on with Rebel Wolves’ dark fantasy RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker. An exquisite tone and strong action make this a great debut for the studio, although our reviewer finds the game’s interesting approach to the passage of time not fully committed to. Our official verdict awaits.
There’s already been loads of great mods released for Stardew Valley, but none that have delivered quite such a dramatic shift in perspective as Stardew 3DVR, an ambitious new mod that lets you play the game in 3D and, if you have a VR headset, in VR, too. We install the mod to see just what it offers today.
May Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne
Remedy’s classic neo-noir action game has gone down in PC gaming history as a classic, but as magazine editor Rob finds after reinstalling the game this issue, maybe not for all the reasons it should’ve. From the game’s engaging slow-mo action, through its pitch-perfect noir tone, and onto its deep, philosophical writing, Max Payne 2 continues to age like a fine wine.
An out-of-this-world new diary kicks off this issue as we attempt to play as a corpo serial killer in Starfield. Can we maintain a facade of corporate competence while also bumping off innocents with wild abandon? Or will it all end in a swift, brutal bloodfest? We pick up our axe (which whispers sweet nothings to us) to find out.
This month’s special report delves into GTA 6’s dramatic reveal, covering everything from the unofficial leaks through to the glamorous Netflix gameplay first look. Can PC gamers expect a launch on PC sooner than expected? And is there good news on the game’s predicted PC system specs?
Keeping your PC cool is a key part of maintaining optimal in-game performance, so this month we test out six of the best new PC fans on the market today. And, with options ranging from budget-friendly to premium, we find recommendations for every PC gamer.
Now Playing: The PC Gamer team writes about their adventures in Star Wars Zero Company, How to Fish, Iron Nest, and Cat Mail Co.
They’re Back: Matthew Elliott re-reviews Dredge, TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, and The Tide Isle Hotel.
Making of: Rick Lane speaks to the developers behind this year’s indie smash hit, Forbidden Solitaire, to discover how the game was conceived and then delivered.
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