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World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, the third expansion for the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) World of Warcraft, was released in 2010. It dramatically reshaped the world of Azeroth with the return of Deathwing, the Destroyer, an ancient and powerful dragon aspect. His cataclysmic return shattered the world, altering landscapes, introducing new zones, and reshaping existing ones.
Key features of Cataclysm included:
New Continents: Players explored the new continents of Vashj'ir, a submerged underwater world, and Uldum, an ancient desert civilization.
Reshaped Zones: Many existing zones were significantly altered by Deathwing's attacks, providing a fresh and exciting experience for veteran players.
Level Cap Increase: The level cap was raised to 85, allowing players to further enhance their characters' abilities and power.
New Professions: Cataclysm introduced new professions and specializations, offering players more options for crafting and specialization.
Updated Talent Trees: The talent trees were revamped, giving players more choices and customization options for their characters.
New Races: The worgen (Alliance) and goblin (Horde) races were added, bringing new storylines and unique gameplay experiences.
Deathwing's Wrath: The expansion's main storyline revolved around confronting and defeating Deathwing, culminating in epic raids and challenging encounters.
Cataclysm offered a significant overhaul to the World of Warcraft experience, changing the landscape and offering new challenges and adventures for both new and returning players. The changes were significant enough to feel like a fresh start for many, even those who had played since the original game's launch.
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