World of Warcraft Celebrates 20 Years: A Legacy of Orcs, Updates, and New Horizons
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World of Warcraft, released by Blizzard Entertainment in 2004, celebrates its 20th anniversary, highlighting its lasting impact on online gaming and internet business models. The game not only popularized the concept of connecting with others online but also demonstrated a successful revenue model through subscriptions and in-game purchases. Its cultural influence includes spawning memes, attracting celebrity fans, and even providing insights for epidemiologists studying disease spread.
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