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Patch 4.0.1: Version update

Cataclysm Retail version 4.0.1. This briefing turns the indexed changes into a practical starting point without filling gaps in the source record with assumptions.

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Release date

October 12, 2010

Client build

13164

Interface TOC

40000 (api)

Source confidence

Blizzard-linked

Practical next steps

What to do after this patch

The checklist below is derived from the indexed highlights on this version record. Follow the linked source for complete notes and verify time-sensitive details in game.

Locate the new or changed activity

Use the database and guide hub to identify the content named in this patch record before planning a route, group, or lockout.

Browse guides ->

Prepare for raid changes

Review encounter references, then check your build and utility before your first pull on content added or changed in this version.

Open raid guides ->

Review your setup

A systems change is a good moment to revisit talent choices, macros, keybinds, and interface habits rather than blindly preserving an older setup.

Open keybind planner ->

Re-check your character plan

Use the patch record as the starting point, then validate your spec, talent choices, and gear plan against the activity you actually play.

Choose a spec guide ->

Documented changes

What is in this version record

1Talent tree changes
2Blizzard Launcher update
3Reforging
4Flexible Raid Lock System
5 [Justice Points] and new Honor Points
6Lots of UI changes

Who should look closer

Player impact

Raiders

Check encounters, your role plan, and fight-specific talent or utility choices.

Returning players

Use this version as a setup checkpoint for talents, macros, interface, and core systems.

Patch classification

How WoW-God is categorizing this update

These tags organize the archive and help surface relevant next steps. They are a navigation aid, not a replacement for the complete patch notes.

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