Split-screen on PC
World of Warcraft
Up to 4 players on one PC, with keyboard and mouse or several keyboards and mice.
Handler “World of Warcraft (Vanilla Version 1.12 and 1.16)” by Perserveruz, version 7
What works
With Nucleus Co-op, up to 4 players can play World of Warcraft together on one PC, each in their own part of the screen, with keyboard and mouse or several keyboards and mice. The free community handler “World of Warcraft (Vanilla Version 1.12 and 1.16)” by Perserveruz does the setup and was checked by hub moderators: version 7, updated . World of Warcraft is a role-playing and adventure game from 2004.
- Players4
- ControllersNot supported
- Keyboard and mouseSupported
- Several keyboards and miceOne per player
- Hub moderatorsVerified
How to play World of Warcraft split screen on PC
Get Nucleus Co-op
Download Nucleus Co-op, free for Windows 10 and 11, and unzip it into its own folder, for example C:\NucleusCo-op. There is no installer.
Keep it out of Program Files, your user folder and OneDrive.
Install the World of Warcraft handler
In Nucleus Co-op, search the Hub for World of Warcraft and install its handler, or download the handler file from this page and drop it on the Nucleus window. Then show Nucleus where World of Warcraft is installed.
Take a seat
Each player joins with their own keyboard and mouse and takes a spot on the screen. Pick a layout that fits your players.
Playing with several keyboards and mice? Press End once everything is in place to give each window its own cursor.
Launch and connect
Press Launch: Nucleus opens one copy of World of Warcraft per player and lays the windows out on your screen. Then link them in game, usually one player hosts a LAN or online session and the others join it. The handler notes say how.
What you need
- A Windows 10 or 11 PC
Nucleus Co-op runs on Windows only. System requirements
- World of Warcraft for Windows
Installed on that PC. Nucleus starts every player's window from that one install.
- Nucleus Co-op, free
With .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later and the Visual C++ 2015–2022 runtimes (x86 and x64). Download
- Something to play with
One keyboard and mouse per player. Controllers · Keyboards and mice
- A PC that can run 4 copies
Each player runs their own copy of World of Warcraft, so the PC carries several times the usual load. Lower the graphics settings if it struggles. Performance tips
- A multiplayer mode
Nucleus links the windows through the game's own LAN or online mode; the handler takes care of it.
Handler notes
For the vanilla version of World of Warcraft 1.12 and 1.16.
The handler now uses the Special K dxwrapper which I have extensively tested in Windows 10. I cannot guarantee compatibility with older versions of Windows.
GUIDE
Create an account on a private WoW server website. In terms of population I would recommend Turtle WoW.
You will then want to open the config.wtf file located in your main game directory, under the WTF folder and add the server details and save, see example below:
SET realmList "logon.turtle-wow.org"
SET realmName "Turtle WoW"
In Nucleus Coop, launch the desired number of instances. Once they have finished positioning and resizing, press the END key to lock input. You will need to add custom resolutions to your nvidia/amd/intel control panel.
A special thanks goes to ilyaki for fixing the keyboard and mouse issues in Nucleus.
About World of Warcraft
World of Warcraft is a massively multiplayer online roleplaying game (MMORPG) set in the Warcraft universe. Players assume the roles of Warcraft heroes as they explore, adventure, and quest across a vast world. Being "Massively Multiplayer," World of Warcraft allows thousands of players to interact within the same world. Whether adventuring together or fighting against each other in epic battles, players will form friendships, forge alliances, and compete with enemies for power and glory.
Summary from IGDB
World of Warcraft screenshots
Version history
- v7Current
fixed focus and background music issues. added Special K dxwrapper.
- v6
fixed audio problem
- v5
fixed multiple key problem by blocking WM_ACTIVATE
- v4
fixed a cursor window bound problem
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