It's only $30 every 2 months to play. Unfortunately the start up costs are a bit much. Fortunately with this time of the year, sales help. Gamestop has the battle chest (game and first expansion) for $20 which includes a month free. WotLK is like $40 ($20 at Barnes and Noble right now) but doesn't really do anything until you hit level 55. Unfortunately it's required for Cataclysm (the new one, $40) which gives you Worgen and Goblins.SweetieSam said:How much does it cost to play WOW? I have always been interested but the prices have scared me off in the past....