WoW Developer Interview with Holly Longdale - The War Within

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[@GeorgeNoX]

Holly is such a ray of sunshine, one can't help but to like her energy

[@sean2val]

she is awesome

[@DarrellMontrice]

Crazy how they allow this MrGM guy to interview them when this guys history is finally coming out to the wider public. Alot of people dont know he use to go by MrGameMasterReviews, he spent all his time extorting private servers and being a complete piece of trash about it. The fact they allow leads to interview this guy goes to show how far down the garbage hole Blizzard has to go. He shouldn't have a single viewer in my opinion. Anyone can look into his history of mental breakdowns while trying to argue in good faith of WoW, he is 2 faced as they come, they might aswell get XQC to do these instead of this shill. Hes a major hypocrite and a huge cry bully.

[@coreyoz]

Agreed!

[@wiballaonasiaa1]

I really feel like holly is as good for wow as metzen is. She just haven't had her time in the spotlight yet like metzen has.

[@zolmation]

I wish the wow community as a whole picked up on her energy

[@purple_martyr]

I love how humble and down to earth Holly is. She has this welcoming vibe, and I can see why she is the Executive Director for WoW.

[@weirdodude1173]

I think it's really fantastic to have someone running WoW who understands the players and is supporting us non-hardcore non-raider people. Delves and good story really are going to be huge for a lot of us. I love Holly. Thumbs up for great videos!

[@melzied84]

I actually love that Holly is giving “casuals” and altaholics a voice.

[@Sayonarami]

2:27 a violent Tali laugh lol

[@LDaemontus]

I love interviews like this, not just because the one asking the questions is being respectful and conservational, but because it also puts Holly in a position where she's an actual human, someone whose empathetic of her audiences' needs, who makes mistakes and it open to admitting when her team have messed up. This is the side of WoW that we need to see more of, especially when it comes to bigger picture issues and smaller, technical issues.

[@TechbotALPHA]

RP/Casual side? God bless. We have needed someone like Holly for SO damn long. More mogs, more (any!) emotes, QoL, yes freaking please! Great interview, thank you.

[@camerynmaru]

I love that you actually TALK to her, not just as the interview but also as a conversation piece. Far too often, interviewers are primarily interested in getting information out of their subject, leading to a lot of "we aren't ready to talk about that just yet" and that's boring. You had great chemistry with her as an interview subject, you had a lot to talk about that wasn't just bullet points, and that's why this works very well. Bravo.

[@Archaeologist89]

Probably the most natural wow interviewer to date. Dude has riz and makes an interview feel like two buddies just shooting the shit.

[@seangrant8871]

I couldn't disagree more here. On a human level this is quite nice. I would be taking time out with my friends if I wanted a nice little chat. This is an interview, get to the point. The questions are prediscussed. You know what people are here to hear, get to the point.

[@snobgoblinDK]

I think this is an American/British thing, spending all this time on politeness and how-are-you’s. As a Dane, I want to get to the point 😅 but I respect that most of the world doesn’t work like that.

[@seangrant8871]

​@snobgoblinDK nah this is padding time, 100%. It is quite nice that they seem to mingle well and get along, but interviews like this have a purpose to serve

[@camerynmaru]

​@@seangrant8871 So, in other words, you're craving yet another "we have nothing to announce on that topic at this time" interview. That's fine, and there are a TON of those available on KZbin right now. But regardless, Mr GM's was a great interview because it was a great CONVERSATION. I loved it.

[@Ragestatus]

Holly is just great. I am so glad to have her representing and leading Warcraft.

[@dreadbull5039]

She called me mid

[@8bitAnthony]

😂

[@FireRobynDixon]

You are mid

[@dreadbull5039]

@@FireRobynDixon How do you know? I might be upper mid

[@NextElevationGames]

Great interview, Holly is amazing

[@wtff]

I love Holly so much. WoW is lucky to have her.

[@ralecgos3631]

I just adore Holly. What a joy to know there's a leader like her on the Blizz team

[@BBMezzy]

Great interview/conversation! I wish the dev team would do more restrospectives like this after major patches, in addition to the stuff of "what's coming up next"

[@oz5150]

Holly is goated.. She was goated over on EverQuest. She does care about the products she helps to steer and come to market. Thank you for this interview!

[@vl589]

She really knows what she’s talking about, glad to see a higher up know so much about the community and the game

[@whyteboyy1978]

Holly should be a comedian if this whole WoW thing doesn't work out? I just love her. She's such a breath of fresh air. 😍

[@1ViivviiX1]

This is the first time even since Vanilla that they've had this big of a plan and had this level of transparency. On top of people like Holly and Chris Metzin coming back really are working wonders I'd say. I'm happy and excited for the future of WoW and it's a good feeling to see them moving in an even better direction after DF which was a baby step in the right direction... But this is something entirely different for sure. 🙏🔥 Good interview and video.

[@theFastGuppy]

Finally!! We have been discovered! This is the rise of the mids!!

[@simonnielsen3768]

i love it! MIDCORE thats meee :D

[@djbedu]

Yes, I actually lol'd when she says they think they're casual but actually not! 🤣

[@taelinsunfire9544]

I love having Holly on the team so freakin much

[@advmdied]

Holly is such a breath of fresh air! Very excited to see what her work will bring for WoW.

[@TimStolarz]

Awesome interview. It was a conversation with the VP of WoW! It's great to hear that Holly is excited for the casual/mid core aspects of war within because that's where I play the most too!

[@driveltwaddle7286]

That was probably the coziest and most genuine interview I've ever seen with Blizzard. They've tried a lot to connect with the community before, but sometimes it feels a bit forced and American. You and Holly, though, you guys really nailed it!

[@lordfieldsworth595]

These two have INCREDIBLE chemistry. Petition for a quarterly or patch-cadence-ly permanent podcast with these two!!!! Amazing, my favourite interview out of this event!

[@FireRobynDixon]

Okay - I like her.

[@Chrismagnu]

That was very good interview! Well Done!

[@skkim0217]

Yeah I'll be the bookmark guy 🤪 Q1 - Content pacing (1:29) Q2 - Different versions of WoW (3:14) Q3 - Cross-region (NA-EU) possibility? (5:57) Q4 - Schedule overlaps between different versions of WoW: cannibalizing each other? (7:07) Q5 - Secret patches & hyping, worked as intended? (9:30) Q6 - Return of Plunderstorm? (11:01) Q7 - Experimental team (Pandaria Remix) in WoW devs (11:55) Q8 - Experimental patches in TWW (12:34) Q9 - Holly's most excited for in TWW (13:55)

[@Kritigri]

Phenomenal interview. Well done Dan. Such a fun conversation! You may not have talked much about War Within but you asked all the things I've been curious about haha

[@DarthFr0gg]

Holly really is amazing. For an executive, she’s the most accessible I’ve seen and heard. Great interview!!

[@maxstreim4612]

Holly is doing such a good job it’s nice having someone like her in a leadership roll

[@Down01986]

The interview felt very comfortable, good chemistry, felt nice to watch. Thank you 😊

[@Ma5asak45]

Holly is a real G

[@djbedu]

Interesting point about the latency/regions. We live in Dubai, from U.S., and play on NA servers. Have no real issues with latency. Experience similar lag to anyone else in the obvious places/times.

[@garethdunne3443]

I could listen to her read the phone book what a gem.

[@goekenaitor5674]

Dan is actually such a good interviewer

[@dewbydan]

I would love the executive deck that shows how they define and break out their player base. It’s clear they think about it a lot.

[@LemurFrenzy212]

Holly actually seems to know what she's talking about and understands the different players. That's actually so good to hear.

[@chaoscommentz4582]

if war within's main theme is set to be entirely sad for Dalaran, then this would be perfect.

[@Icey13100]

Holy is awesome. What a GREAT addition to the wow team!!

[@Gecimator]

For Holly Longdale (in case she sees this): You mentioned you're more on the RP/Casual side of WoW. Could we please see some improvements to the RP aspect of WoW, atleast on the RP servers?

[@InamortasFury]

Would love to see Plunderstorm come out for Pirates Day each year.

[@dianaalyssa8726]

Such an insightful interview. Feel like we got to connect more with Holly and what she is working on, plus the type of player she is. It's great to have someone more aware of family and collecting transmogs in a leadership position.

[@sorcererscott5326]

Hit lvl 40 in plunderstorm while listening to this and yes, very excited to never do it again!

[@DCimpressions]

you are a great interviewer

[@CHITECHGUY]

I think plunder would be cool to have a PVE version

[@DataDietz]

I adore Holly. She was the change WoW needed.

[@michaelauman2501]

Delightful!

[@Suntaile]

I love how Blizzard has started to listen to their players, so many exciting changes are coming up :D

[@CarterArts]

I'm glad you asked her about cross-region, and I'm glad she didn't just give a canned response. You can tell it's something she would like to do, and from what I've heard a bunch of other devs too, but god knows how they'd actually achieve it.

[@Icpitl]

So glad she's at the helm!

[@snobgoblinDK]

I like her, she seems honest and human - and a bit goofy, which is very positive 🙂

[@LanxyNat]

Thanks Holly

[@MorganRhysGibbons]

Holly's an absolute gem.

[@69ratpoison69]

Holly is so nice and genuine which is concerning for Blizzard as I don't know if it's real or if she's just a brilliant actor.

[@leothar]

Holly is so precious

[@amandagray825]

She’s the coolest. Just adore Holly.

[@dunidane5206]

I hope this attitude brings us back Wrath classic

[@Skjaldi]

Holly has such positive energy around her! I just want to hug her :D

[@teej143]

Thank you Holly and the Team for working to satisfy the ever evolving needs and wants of the WoW community, and pushing through despite detractors abound.

[@Verrie77]

I feels a bit strange seeing her with the Blizzard crew, knowing she used to work for Daybreak ( Everquest 2) that is more or less an old competitor to Wow back in the days.

[@PCX-2-ok4xu]

While they are listening to player feedback, I hope you brought up the fact that so many players want classic+ with updated graphics, a cleaned up and fleshed out MSQ and maybe some modern QOL.

[@GarrettKruse]

Holly is such a delight

[@omanitoo]

I love her so much, she radiates beautiful energy.

[@JoeNovacks]

what a beautiful energy,smiles and love for wow ! i

[@04nimmot]

From at least the community side she’s doing a great job. Plunderstorm take was good too, snackable content, and yeah some people complain but whatever, the rest of us are having fun with it.

[@RemyOtero]

Did we forget about class/race combos?

[@rockurox]

HOLLLLLY ✊️HOLLLLY✊️ HOLLLLY! 🎉✊️

[@tonysmallwood6636]

Welcome to the UK, Holly. Warcraft is in good hands!

[@heckingracken]

Such a great interview. Speaking of players having a home.. player housing? 😅 (nothing like garrisons tho, just decorational, etc) As for Plunderstorm, if the renown isn't so grindy to finish; I could imagine more people would be willing to go back to it. I don't even care to finish it, because I think how much it takes to get to 20 should've been all you needed.

[@corksterx1]

Holly better be getting PAID by Blizzard - she is so amazing.

[@Vaayne1]

Next time you get to do an interview ask when the game is coming to geforce now. It would bring lots of players because it's a lot easier to pay 35.00 a month than spending 2k or more for a computer or to upgrade their computer.

[@whatskrakalaken1940]

Great interview. Friendly feedback - maintain eye contact, don’t fidget and play with your shoes.

[@snekposts]

He don’t miss folks, great interview

[@elilawrence7166]

Love Holly

[@fluffydumpling5825]

I adore Holly!

[@migueochoa4881]

I love You Holly Longdale 💙🌟❤

[@toreole5831]

We stan holly

[@michaeldailey9244]

that poor couch. It looks like it has seen better days man

[@nathaliemlromer]

Haha, I bet I'm actually testing warbands with all my alts... alllll of them, Holly... even by not being in Alpha. I laugh every time someone at Blizzard has said the words "one alt or a few alts" ... My fellow alt collectors who alt collect HARDCORE want to say Hiiiii, Holly. ☺🙃🤣🤣 It was an awesome interview. 😊

[@dreadbull5039]

That couch has seen some shit

[@westtell4]

I always love seeing holly... Even when she was with Everquest...

[@Aurleis]

Thank you Holly! So I've got to say that MoP was probably my least favorite expansion for a long time, but I am absolutely stoked to play Remix at the end of May (8 weeks from 10.2.6 😀)

[@killerbam1234]

i like this lady

[@fionaburns4210]

holly is great

[@Lightbluecloud1]

Holly is great

[@wolwostv914]

I love that woman ❤ she is so cool

[@mojogaming3006]

Each time I see Holly, I feel more nervous about the game. 😅

[@user-vy5qx1xq5b]

What realm does Holly play on

[@user-vy5qx1xq5b]

I wish I could talk to her in or the Blizzard team. It's my dream to bring Warcraft theme park attraction to life as a full theme park and so much more. Please help me out please

[@omgnerv]

i guess i'm a mid-core 😅i can go 24/7 on specific content like original ashran (which unfortunately isn't in game anymore) or winterspring but i never play rated pvp or other 'competitive' content. i like going in 'hardcore' on 'casual' content. if there isn't much content around that fits my playstyle, i'm out/ taking a break. but for example if we had original ashran back, this alone would make me premanantly resub ... and probably i'd get very very skinny because i'd play ashran 24/7 and forget to eat etc. 😅 i absolutely hated plunderstorm but i'm very hyped for pandamonium. sounds like content i'd enjoy doing 24/7 "mid-core" 😁 (i love the old content/zones, the ONE currency that gets you all the rewards and that the rewards aren't RNG or rep/renown grind based - instead i can specifically target the rewards i want. sounds perfect that we will get the currency by doing all kinds of activities). please release it as soon as possible. i don't want to spend the nice summer weather infront of my PC because of FOMO event. now is the perfect time. the weather is meh and the new retail season isn't bringing anything that's relevant for my playstyle.

[@ChangesOfTomorrow]

I'd love to know who they consider mid, a more specific definition

[@ChichiNaka]

Holly seems so fucking cool @MrGM, next time you get to talk to blizzard can you get a response for "Can you make BFA/Shadowlands soloable" legacy raid damage buffs won't be enough if the boss despawns If you're solo xoxo

[@Purinzu]

I want Holly to hug me, she's the best

[@Mikero78]

Can you please make USA and EU accounts mergeable? What about account wide reputations?

[@nigel5823]

merge the us releam with the eu releams make it work

[@mikedarling905]

the camera angle throws me off

[@OhNoTheFace]

More MMOs figuring out midcore exists makes me happy

[@azbadfish]

You know what, I'll take midcore 🤣

[@akamaih6463]

"Plunderstorm out performed our expectation... " ... of course when alot of retail and classic rewards were attached via a renown system. Basically any content with several pets, mounts, and transmogs will have alot of player engagement - whether the players liked the content is another story