Checked, didn’t.
Is there a website with the lists?
As far as I know there are plenty of people playing from my country, of course now all I see is German 
and random, talking English.
A quick web search revealed several currency updates over the years.
No, as has been discussed in detail Turkish players asked for local pricing. You would not ask a sports car manufacturer to lower their price, nor should you do with a game company. It’s not fair on everyone else to subsidise Turkish players. If you cant afford it then you can;t afford it, that’s the rules every other country follows.
I am not against it, never been. My messages are clear above, I can afford it and will be here. I am only against false assumptions about the Turkish economy. There are many examples here…
Subsidise? Of course, it shouldn’t be that way but someone else mentioned something similar to that, what exactly do others subsidize if Turkiye or other nations can subscribe for lower prices in their respective local currency? I just can’t understand that take, I am just asking out of curiosity, with no other intentions behind it. Can you elaborate on “Subsidise” a bit?
Maybe your country isnt a part of it yet, but it does seem like everyone will, over an unknown period of time, move over to local currency if they havent yet.
Nope, never mentioned Turkish economy or average salaries, stop putting words in my mouth.
Perhaps you haven’t realised yet that WoW was created and is still owned by a US company and in fact all their pricing is USD based.
Those countries who choose to play WoW outside of the US have to pay using their own local currency, which is converted to USD based on current international currency exchange rates.
The subscription charges for each country do include local and global marketing conditions.
Turkey are still favored above other countries, despite the price increase, which, incidentally, will be eaten away very quickly if inflation continues out of control.
Right, you were talking about Spain’s economy here. My bad, it is not the average salary but the minimum, but it even supports what I was trying to say more. Sigh, but ok. There is nothing anyone can do about it anyway.
I take a resume of the whole paragraph to not post it all.
And answer specifically to things that were said.
You however did "lul … empires … " as the answer to 7 wall of text posts… And did not even bother citing any of the posts…
Also… Whale ? I don’t give money to anyone… Definitely not to a game. The word you are looking for is “Troll”.
Its not hypocrisy. Its not even comparable.
And I split your post in 2. See what I did there ?
Seriously, you should practice your act a bit more if you plan on insulting like that. Slapface does a better job. But you can keep trying.
I guess your country did not have empires. 
wtf are you talkin about??
whale refers to 5k+ comments. Nothing of what you just said made any sense
https://gametree.me/gaming-terms/whale/
Or generalized quick google search will also yield the same results… in the first 10 pages atleast:
what is a whale in online forums
See what I did ? I just quoted your 1 comment. No need to quote the rest. Also, you don’t quote. So other readers that want to indulge in your incompetence will not know who or what you responded to.
Its the benefit of quoting. You should do it more often.
Let me try.
Oh it worked.
(to readers, follow that little link rabbit hole if you want a fun read, and you can decide how serious you should take this uda person)
I see you ran out of arguments. Typical.
You are the one that said that i quoted specific things to get an agenda across. And you just quoted 1 post out if the 5000 or more you claim i have to prove what point ?
Your country should get an empire. It clearly never had one.
I completely agree with you and share the same frustration. As a player in Turkey, I’ve also been deeply affected by the upcoming price increases for World of Warcraft. A 250% hike is an enormous adjustment that feels impossible to justify, especially given the current economic situation and purchasing power in the country.
Like you, I’ve always valued being part of the World of Warcraft community. It’s disheartening to see how these changes could alienate so many players here, making it harder for us to remain part of this incredible experience.
I really hope Blizzard listens to the feedback from players like us and reevaluates their pricing for Turkey. Keeping the game accessible is essential, especially for a community that has supported it for so many years.
I would also like to address the lack of Turkish language support in World of Warcraft. For example, Riot Games has shown immense dedication to its Turkish player base by introducing full Turkish language support, including voiceovers. Furthermore, they have consistently maintained fair pricing without imposing exorbitant increases, ensuring they preserve their community’s trust and loyalty. Unfortunately, I don’t see the same approach from Blizzard.
If World of Warcraft included Turkish language support, this level of price increase might not spark as much backlash. Players would feel valued and recognize Blizzard’s commitment to the Turkish market. However, as it stands, it’s difficult to say that Turkish players are being prioritized, especially in a market as significant as Turkey.
It’s worth noting that Turkey is one of Riot Games’ largest markets—a success built on community-focused policies and localized efforts. I urge Blizzard to consider the long-term benefits of a similar approach to foster loyalty and engagement from Turkish players.
I saw this exact same whiny post from Australians because AUD is a bad currency and going down again so Blizzard raised the sub price there to match what it should be in USD.
Australians suddenly, while being a very prosperous high GDP per capita country, act as if they are a war torn, disaster struck country that deals with constant tsunamis and can’t afford to feed themselves anymore because of it.
Not that I am even defending blizzard but just lol
Turkey’s current economic climate, characterized by fluctuating exchange rates and high inflation, has made even basic necessities difficult to afford for many. Gaming, once a viable escape and form of entertainment, is now a luxury for much of the population. Blizzard’s decision to impose such a steep price hike without considering these realities appears tone-deaf at best and exclusionary at worst.
Yes, the gaming industry operates as a business, and profitability is a key goal. However, this price adjustment seems to disregard the stark economic differences between Turkey and regions like the US or Europe.
Blizzard’s statement claims that World of Warcraft offers “great entertainment value.” While this might hold true for some regions, the pricing renders this value inaccessible for a majority of Turkish players. For instance:
Under these conditions, World of Warcraft shifts from being an accessible entertainment platform to an exclusive service catering to a niche audience.
One crucial factor Blizzard may have overlooked is the growing competition in the gaming industry. F2P (free-to-play) models, affordable alternatives, and indie games offer players a plethora of options. In such a competitive landscape, Blizzard’s claim of “great entertainment value” might not stand up against more affordable and accessible rivals.
Blizzard needs to adopt a more empathetic and localized approach to pricing. This steep price increase risks alienating a large segment of the Turkish player base, leading to long-term losses in community engagement and revenue. The company should reconsider its regional pricing strategy and implement fairer practices that reward the loyalty of its Turkish players.
This decision also sets a concerning precedent for the gaming industry in Turkey. Players may increasingly turn to alternatives that recognize and respect their purchasing power.
Ultimately, Blizzard must realize that a sustainable relationship with its community requires understanding and adapting to their realities. World of Warcraft’s magic, once cherished by its Turkish players, is at risk of being overshadowed by corporate indifference.
What are you on about? I live in Norway and pay 60% more than a few years ago. i also find the subscription to be super expensive. I used to find it cheap(2006), but then I wasn’t paying insane amounts for everything necessary in my life. I did not play for 6 months this year to save money.
I am not aware of any price increases for WoW in Norway.
Atleast in EU and US it has always been 12E/$.
The minimum monthly wage in Turkey as of 1st Jan 2025 is ₺22104.67, so don’t give out fake information.
The monthly sub of ₺399.99 is equivalent to $11.51 at today’s exchange rates, which is less than the whole of Europe and the USA pay.
For some reason, you seem to think that because you live in a country that cannot control it’s own economy then other countries should subsidise your personal entertainment.
That’s known as selfishness.