Can You Change Your Battle.net Region and What Are the Limitations?

Learn how to change your Battle.net region, its impact on game progress, and tips to avoid latency and player restrictions.

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Changing your Battle.net region is possible, but with certain limitations. Your game progress and purchases do not transfer across regions. To play in a different region, log out of the Battle.net app, and upon logging back in, select the new region from the dropdown menu above the login button. Remember, region changes can affect gameplay latency and who you can play with. It’s worth considering these factors before making a switch.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I transfer my game progress when changing Battle.net regions? No, game progress and purchases do not transfer across different Battle.net regions.
  2. How do I change my region in the Battle.net app? Log out of the Battle.net app, then select your desired region from the dropdown menu above the login button before signing back in.
  3. Does changing my Battle.net region affect gameplay latency? Yes, changing your region can increase latency and affect who you can play with due to server location differences.

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