Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft is being presented as a tabletop way to experience Azeroth, rather than an attempt to reproduce the online game’s mechanics. Its creators say the aim is to capture the feeling of exploring the Warcraft setting and give players greater freedom within it.

The project is framed as an opportunity to visit Azeroth “as you never have before”, suggesting an emphasis on player-led adventures, role-playing and discovery. This approach distinguishes it from the MMO by relying on D&D’s collaborative storytelling rather than a fixed digital world.