Have you made sure to modify your config.wtf file like so? Code: SET gxApi "opengl" On linux, we need to use OpenGL for rendering, instead of DirectX. Could possibly be causing your graphics issues. Also, make sure that the directory from which you are running WoW is one in which you have write permissions. Also, check https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WorldofWarcraft for other tips. Hope it helps.