Wed. Mar 18th, 2026

WoW Midnight: Instant Flying Mounts Now Available Without Unlocks

Players returning to World of Warcraft after a break, or those venturing into new zones for the first time, will immediately notice a significant difference that wasn’t present until recently: traditional flying is now available instantly, without the need to complete objectives or campaigns beforehand. This means adventurers can take to the skies on their mounts right away, exploring the landscape from above from the moment they enter new territories.

While this might seem like a minor alteration, it has a substantial impact on player experience, streamlining progression and making exploration more accessible and enjoyable for everyone. This welcome change simplifies the entry point for new content and reduces the grind for those looking to quickly traverse vast new landscapes, allowing for a more fluid and immediate engagement with the world.

By Finnegan Blackthorne

A Calgary-based gaming journalist with over seven years of experience covering the Canadian gaming landscape. Started his career documenting local gaming conventions before expanding into national industry coverage. Specializes in Canadian indie game development and emerging gaming technologies. His comprehensive reporting on prairie gaming culture and developer interviews has established him as a prominent voice in the Canadian gaming community

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