EverQuest

1. WCM320

   Feb 6, 2021

   10

   I give this game a 10 based on the game as it came out, not what it is today.
   To be totally honest EQ would most likely make a betterI give this game a 10 based on the game as it came out, not what it is today.
   To be totally honest EQ would most likely make a better single-player game at this point than most modern games. I would really love a modern take on this game style, but I don't know that it would work as an MMO at this point.
   
   I can however still 22 years later still sit down and play this game with friends or by myself and it holds up, I know people who where not born when this game came out who have played it and are blow away. I don't know that there will be another EQ until game technology really has a major change.… Expand

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2. XidariaP.

   Nov 3, 2003

   10

   Now listen to me... you will buy this highly addictive game... you will spend endless hours of enjoyment... you will eat, sleep, & breatheNow listen to me... you will buy this highly addictive game... you will spend endless hours of enjoyment... you will eat, sleep, & breathe Everquest ! -Xidaria… Expand

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4. Gratson

   Oct 14, 2011

   9

   I haven't played this game in years, but when I played it back around 2000-20004 it was an incredibly addicting experience. Some of myI haven't played this game in years, but when I played it back around 2000-20004 it was an incredibly addicting experience. Some of my favorite MMO experiences are in this game. This was the mother of World of Warcraft, and in many ways it was more immersive. I miss the first person view, the massive world and the battle over "Boss kills" between the big guilds on the server. The death penalty may have been harsh sometimes, but it ultimately made the experience more rewarding. It was fun times indeed. The only problem with the game was the incredible amount of time you had to put into the game to get anywhere, and once the server population started thinning getting pickup groups became harder and harder.… Expand

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5. wolfaust

   Feb 6, 2023

   8

   It is still the best MMORPG if you are patient enough to play it. Why? Because it has kinda legacy-like mechanics, still gets new players (notIt is still the best MMORPG if you are patient enough to play it. Why? Because it has kinda legacy-like mechanics, still gets new players (not that much though), and has a reasonable monetisation (not a pay-to-win). However, I have one issue with the subscription prices. I think it is pretty high, but I understand why. The quality of the content...… Expand

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6. marc5477

   Dec 31, 2014

   8

   The 1st fully 3D MMO, was a major success, that drove the gaming industry to look at MMO's seriously. Developed originally by Verant, it wasThe 1st fully 3D MMO, was a major success, that drove the gaming industry to look at MMO's seriously. Developed originally by Verant, it was an amazing experience for gamers of the time. Unlike previous MMO's which were limited to 2D or isometric 3D, this MMO brought exploration to the table and a huge world with dangerous environments, punishing monsters around every corner, boat rides and massive raids like none we had seen before.
   
   Classes in the game were static with very little wiggle room in customization but each classes was very unique and had a purpose (for the most part). The game employed the old trinity class system where you needed a tank, cleric and dps class to beat difficult enemies. This created a problem for many who played hybrid classes not being able to find groups since their characters were not as effective as others playing a "trinity" class. Nonetheless, groups formed, people solo'ed when they had to, and raids still took place with friends and family playing together regardless of classes.
   
   The nice thing about Everquest is that due to difficulty, almost all progression was worthwhile be it quests, crafting or just level grinding... at least, that is how it was early in the game (up to the 3rd expansion) and that is how I wish to remember this fantastic game. Unfortunately, when Sony purchased the game, the game quickly spiraled down the drain with additional content that was lazily designed, poorly tested, and clearly meant to be a time sink rather than a fun time for all. Sony made unilateral decisions regarding how the game should be played and they designed all new content that way polarized much of the subscribers until finally, everyone turned their backs on Sony and moved over to WoW as soon as it hit the shelves. But that is a long story for another day.… Expand

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7. Jaz

   Feb 24, 2013

   8

   A great game at its time, also there were too few of them then It defined the MMOs for the time to come, yes even WoW, i know WoW fans mayA great game at its time, also there were too few of them then It defined the MMOs for the time to come, yes even WoW, i know WoW fans may find it hard to believe it. Now some of its legacies were good, some not, still that was the Original!! In many aspects i haven't seen a better MMO like classes with role defining abilities, immersing world (even day/night had a major impact) etc. Still its lack of soloability, and the raid oriented content of later expansions left it with a relatively few dedicated players in major guilds and the rest moved to EQ2 or WoW mostly.… Expand

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8. James432023

   Apr 3, 2023

   0

   EverQuest is a shadow of what it was 20 plus years ago. The company that hosts, runs and operates it currently goes by the name Daybreak gameEverQuest is a shadow of what it was 20 plus years ago. The company that hosts, runs and operates it currently goes by the name Daybreak game company or Darkpaw games. They are experiencing but not dealing with numerous issues that prevent people from having a fulfilling gaming experience including a severe graphics Issue that many people ( including those who have invested in expensive gaming computers well above the specs / requirements ).
   
   https://forums.daybreakgames.com/eq/index.php?threads/flickering-graphics.223398/
   
   There is no support for any issue at all as you can see this has not been dealt with in the above forum post but it has been known for many years.
   
   The gaming lore that was fun and quirky in the past quickly turns boring around the veil of alaris expansion and makes its presence felt and continues for a long time. Having the player work up allegiance and kill many mobs only to have it drag on and go nowhere.
   
   Without a doubt the biggest issue is the direction in which the game and companies have taken. Allowing for extreme racism and abuse in chat. One of the most abhorrent things present in our world today and the company harbours it and loves it.
   
   This is just coming from a gamer that has played EverQuest. With no affiliation with any companies involved in EverQuest past or present. There are stories online from former employees that have some horrible things to say about how they were treated.
   
   Bottom line is there is no reason to play this game. The graphics are bottom tier. The lore is not fun. And the company loves hate and racism. You are best to play Hogwarts Legacy to experience current graphics and gaming.… Expand

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