The launch of World of Warcraft: Cataclysm is just a little over a month away. This time around, players can preload before the official launch at midnight December 7th. By being able to download the game in advance, players will be able to start blowing through the new content the minute it goes live.

To take advantage of the preload, players need to buy the expansion online and log in at least once to initiate the download.

Blizzard is only selling the standard version online, however. If you want the Collector's Edition, with the art book, sound track and pet, you'll need to purchase through traditional retailers.