Wrath of the Lich King Gets Achievements

July 19th, 2008 by Rajiv Ashrafi in Action, MMO, PC

As it stands, fans want to get their hands on the Wrath of the Lich King expansion for World of Warcraft right now, but Blizzard gave some reason to wait: they are adding goal-based achievements.

“Some achievements come with in-game rewards such as tabards, vanity pets, and titles,” reads a post on Blizzard’s website. “All of these rewards are purely cosmetic and just for fun, but you’ll certainly stand out when you proudly display them.”

Over 500 achievements will be available initially, with Blizzard adding that the list is “easily expandable.” The achievements are broken down into the following categories: PvP, Dungeons and Raids, Professions, Quests, Events, World Exploration, Reputations and General. A new window will display the conditions required for the various achievements, as well as those earned.

“Some achievements, including those that involve quests, honorable kills, items currently in your possession, skills (including professions), exploration, and reputations, will be applied to your character retroactively,” the studio noted.

The expansion is expected sometime later this year.

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