An addon called “RestedXP” has caused a stir among World of Warcraft players in the Classic Hardcore mode. This leveling addon offers a step-by-step guide to reaching level 60, but only the first 20 levels are free. The rest of the content is locked behind a paywall, leading to discussions about its legitimacy and whether Blizzard should take action against it.
The WoW terms of service clearly state that all addons must be free to use. Pay-for-play addons are explicitly prohibited, including charging for downloads, services, or access to features using Blizzard Developer APIs. RestedXP violates these terms by offering paid leveling guides on their website, with prices ranging from $25 to $30 per guide or $85 for a bundle of guides covering both factions and all WoW Classic eras.
RestedXP has gained popularity among players due to its efficiency, despite the paywall. Shutting down the addon could have a negative impact on the players who enjoy using it. Additionally, enforcing the terms of service through legal action would likely be costly and have little benefit for Blizzard, as many users of the addon pirate the guides or do not pay for them at all.
Despite its violation of the terms of service, it seems that RestedXP will continue to exist due to its widespread use and the potential backlash Blizzard would face if they were to take action against it. The addon has garnered over 3.7 million downloads since its launch in October 2021, according to WoW addons database Curseforge.
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Source: DOTESPORTS