Legacy MMO Wizard101 Launches “Darkmoor”, Unveiling a New Gothic Horror World and Introducing the Start of a New Multi-Year Story Arc

Austin, Texas (November 13, 2025) | Today, MMO publisher KingsIsle Entertainment is delighted to announce the launch of Darkmoor, the year’s largest content expansion for the beloved turn-based deckbuilding title, Wizard101. One of the MMO’s most highly anticipated updates to date, Darkmoor is a highly-anticipated and atmospheric world — an eerie realm steeped in shadow, mystery, and ancient magic. Eager wizards can download the Darkmoor update now on PC, with a console and EU server launch promised next year.

Watch the Wizard101 Darkmoor launch trailer here: YouTube | Download

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Built around gothic horror and dark fantasy, Darkmoor is a land where vampires prowl and werewolves howl. Players will explore this arcane land, traversing through spooky new areas and unraveling its secrets one thread at a time. This update also marks the beginning of Wizard101’s next multi-year story arc, featuring a new major antagonist. This will be the title’s 5th story arc, and it promises to start vastly differently than the previous ones.

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Along with the addition of a brand-new world, the Darkmoor update also brings a new set of spells for each School of Magic, inspired by the creatures and characters of this haunting new world. Additionally, multiple changes are being made to the existing Shadow Magic system to strengthen its connection to the game’s lore and give it more depth. Shadow Creatures, Shadow Pacts, and Enhanced Shadow Spells offer new strategic options for players to utilize Shadow Magic, and the Wizard101 team is excited to see how they use them.

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The team has also included a few quality-of-life updates, including additions to the Photomancy mechanic (in-game photos) including lens and filter options, as well as raising the level cap from 170 to 180. More information about the Darkmoor update can be found here.

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About Wizard101‍

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Dark magic has enveloped Wizard City and the many realms of the Spiral. As a new student at the Ravenwood School of Magical Arts, you might just be the last hope to stop the forces threatening to upend the balance of the world. Unleash your magic and dive into the mysteries surrounding a rogue professor and his nefarious schemes. As you progress through the story, the looming darkness grows in strength, putting the Spiral at risk.

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Sharpen your strategy and wield potent magic in thrilling turn-based card battles. Be sure to customize your spell deck before each encounter to ensure you have the right cards at the right moment! Face enemies on your own or team up with friends to face bigger threats.

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Additionally, wizards are encouraged to take a break from the action with a host of non-story-based activities! Hatch and train cute pets, craft powerful weapons and gear, reap rewards through gardening, catch rare fish, or personalize your home with castle decorations.

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The Spiral is constantly expanding with new worlds, features, and adventures. Are you ready for the challenge?

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Wizard101 Key Features:

• Team Up for Success: Join millions of other Wizards on your adventures in the Spiral. Whether you’re looking for assistance with a challenging foe, trading valuable Treasure Cards, or hatching powerful Pets, teaming up with friends can be both fun and rewarding.
• Practice Makes Perfect: Head to the arena to prove your deckbuilding might! Improve your rank and fight to the top of the leaderboard in 1v1 battles.
• A Ride Through Space and Time: Uncover secrets and explore vast worlds in an ever-expanding story. With over a thousand hours of questing content and more than 20 worlds to discover, there’s always a new adventure on the horizon.
• Weekly Rewards: Earn incredible exclusive rewards in special, limited-time events! Events rotate weekly, and so do the rewards!

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Wizard101 is available globally via Steam, including in all European countries, and available to download via the official Wizard101 website.

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Wizard101 is also available now on PlayStation and Xbox consoles, with a Nintendo Switch launch coming at a later date.

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A press kit including logos, GIFs, and screenshots is available here: https://uberstrategist.link/Wizard101-Press-Kit.

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About KingsIsle Entertainment

Founded in 2005, with operations in the Dallas area and Austin, KingsIsle creates massively multiplayer online entertainment offerings that are innovative, compelling, uncommon, and of high quality. We have brought together a team of highly creative, energetic, accomplished, and skilled professionals to develop these projects. Our team consists of individuals with unique and in-depth experience in the development of video games, online environments, communications, and commercial software.

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