Cataclysm Beta - Build 12694

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Cataclysm Beta - Build 12694
A new build is being deployed on live servers. The coverage of the changes in this patch will take a while because .... well, we have to redownload the whole client with a downloader currently in beta. (Beta is the keyword here, really)


Cataclysm Beta Launcher
The new launcher is available, it allows you to "stream" the game and play before you downloaded all the content in the patch. For more information, please check:


Cataclysm Build 12694 Official Notes
I'm pretty sure I never posted the official patch notes on the front page, they're not really interesting but at least you have something to read while you download the client.
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Originally Posted by Zarhym (Source)
<div class="message">World of Warcraft: Cataclysm Beta Patch Notes (version 12694)

Welcome to the World of Warcraft: Cataclysm beta test! Patch notes listed here are not comprehensive and will be changed throughout the testing process.

General<ul>The Alliance starting experience for worgen is available. Venture through the cursed lands of Gilneas to discover your true path! Currently the female worgen character is not available for testing.
The Horde starting experience for goblins is available. Beginning on the Isle of Kezan in a goblin paradise, players will face a treacherous road ahead!
The level cap for all characters is 83.
Elements of the guild leveling, perks, and roster page are now functional. Players should once again be able to buy and register guild charters, which now only require five signatures. See the Known Issues section for issues associated with this new system.
Cataclysm Launcher Update<ul>
The new Cataclysm Launcher allows you to stream game data while you play. This will reduce the time you spend downloading, installing, and patching World of Warcraft. We

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it allows you to "stream" the game and play before you downloaded all the content in the patch.
Read about that before, very interesting, seems weird tho like it shouldnt work.
 
They have this for d/ling the game client and the trial versions as well. Amazed that they could run the game like that.
 
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