Blizzard Are Replacing Midnight’s 80-90 Levelling Grind
Published 2026-05-15
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Summary
Bellular analyzes Blizzard's changes to Midnight expansion's 80-90 levelling system in patch 12.0.7, explaining how the new design addresses pacing issues and feels more meaningful than patch notes suggest. The video covers the reasoning behind the changes, fastest levelling routes, and why the solution works despite initial concerns.
Key Points
- Patch 12.0.7 replaces the 80-90 levelling grind with a redesigned system
- New levelling design feels more meaningful and addresses the 'freedom problem' that made progression feel disconnected
- The fastest levelling route and comparison of efficiency between old and new systems
- Blizzard's solution balances player agency with meaningful progression pacing
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Topics
Midnight expansionPatch 12.0.7Levelling system80-90 level rangeGame design