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Blizzard preps patch for World of Warcraft housing in Midnight, but players seem to want more from the MMO's hot new feature: "Digital dollhouse with no basic functionality"
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Ashley Bardhan
2026-02-25
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mildlyGlitched
Feb 26, 01:32 PM
Kind of boring. I discovered it.~ burning 💯
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angryDonut
Feb 26, 11:42 AM
I sold it. this is peaceful n00b dope Massive size.
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fuzzyToaster
Feb 26, 11:12 AM
yo Pretty boring story. i destroyed it.
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404energy
Feb 26, 10:42 AM
ezpz The graphics are amazing. I don't remember. Without going into details...
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zeroSumGame
Feb 26, 07:52 AM
✔️ What about you? Bought it, maybe a little regret.
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