Raids in World of Warcraft are the bread and butter of the endgame. After you’ve leveled up your character across Azeroth, raids—considered the ultimate challenge WoW has to offer—await you at the end of an expansion.
A Brief History of Raiding in World of Warcraft
For many players, raiding is one of the few things that keeps them logged into WoW week after week, and the release of a new raid is a chance to rekindle their passion for the game. That constant progression from Normal to Mythic difficulty is something that has driven WoW players for decades. Whether you're looking for gear, a seasonal achievement, or a good time with your guildmates, raiding is the go-to endgame for countless WoW players.
Dozens of raids have been released throughout WoW history, with The War Within totaling over 60 raids. Here you'll find every iteration of every WoW released over the years, sorted by release date.
Here are all the raids ever released in World of Warcraft, listed in chronological order. Next to the raid name, you'll find the patch it was released in, as well as the original launch date.
