Guild Wars

 PC
  • Publisher: NCSOFT
  • Release Date: Apr 26, 2005
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 503 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 403 out of 503
  2. Mixed: 52 out of 503
  3. Negative: 48 out of 503
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  1. GeorgeS.
    May 4, 2005
    8
    Guild Wars sports _the best_ fantasy PvP bar none. It takes a little bit of time to figure out your prefered playstyle or even how to play effective PvP but once you have got it the game just clicks. Tons of action and very little downtime. PvE can be taken at your own pace. Heck if you're feeling anti-social you can invite some decent NPC's to help you quest. The fetch quest Guild Wars sports _the best_ fantasy PvP bar none. It takes a little bit of time to figure out your prefered playstyle or even how to play effective PvP but once you have got it the game just clicks. Tons of action and very little downtime. PvE can be taken at your own pace. Heck if you're feeling anti-social you can invite some decent NPC's to help you quest. The fetch quest PvE content is sometimes bland but the main storyline quests are very good. The music is good enough but the sound effects sometimes are wanting. *clang* doesn't always cut it these days. Graphics are very good and GW runs well on older computers. The interface is great. You can make your own to suit your needs in game with very little hassle. ArenaNet makes updates, patches etc, very painless and you hardly notice. The technology behind the game is quite awesome. There are some gripes. Targeting needs to be improved. And sometimes you can get tripped up on invisible geometry. No jumping sadly. If you enjoy PvP there is no reason you should not check Guild Wars out. Everything else is icing on a very sweet cake.… Expand
  2. rubin
    Apr 30, 2012
    9
    So addictive it's not even funny. Has gameplay unlike any other MMO, graphics that are a rape to the eyeballs and music that you won't be able to get out of your head any time soon. It is also relatively grindfest-free due to the low level cap, which I find to be a huge plus. While the formula gets a little stale after a while and the plot is nothing to write home about, it is still theSo addictive it's not even funny. Has gameplay unlike any other MMO, graphics that are a rape to the eyeballs and music that you won't be able to get out of your head any time soon. It is also relatively grindfest-free due to the low level cap, which I find to be a huge plus. While the formula gets a little stale after a while and the plot is nothing to write home about, it is still the best MMO I have ever played. Here's hoping GW2 will become a worthy successor of the original.… Expand
  3. khamul787
    Jul 1, 2011
    10
    I've played this game since release and it has since become my favorite game of all time. The world is beautiful and inspired, and the animations are smooth and very high quality. I actually quite like the instancing as it prevents **** from messing with you, and I am generally quite a solitary person. The story in PvE is top notch and imaginative, and PvP itself is the best of an MMO onI've played this game since release and it has since become my favorite game of all time. The world is beautiful and inspired, and the animations are smooth and very high quality. I actually quite like the instancing as it prevents **** from messing with you, and I am generally quite a solitary person. The story in PvE is top notch and imaginative, and PvP itself is the best of an MMO on the market.… Expand
  4. AlexanderVascus
    Jan 27, 2012
    10
    Many of the reviews here are either badly composed or off the topic based on personal experiences or just dumb choices. This game is the cure for your wallet, it's an engaging experience that won't burn your money. The PvP is one of this game's most stable and well-designed features, make no mistake this game does have PvE as any MMO game should. Also keep in mind this game is pureMany of the reviews here are either badly composed or off the topic based on personal experiences or just dumb choices. This game is the cure for your wallet, it's an engaging experience that won't burn your money. The PvP is one of this game's most stable and well-designed features, make no mistake this game does have PvE as any MMO game should. Also keep in mind this game is pure perfection if you do not mind instances when out questing. If you don't know what that means is, whoever you take with you whilst leaving the city/outpost, is all you're going to have with you. No random people coming in to yoink your xp gain or kill the mobs you set out to kill. They're all there, at every load. 1. Updates> This game since release has had a variety of changes from classes to balancing.
    2.The World> The expansions add rewarding content is persistent for each of your characters, you can visit any continent as long as you've reached the area to travel to it, the visuals are different everywhere you go, its always nice to have some new colors.
    3.Since navigation is so simple and streamlined, the minimap also shows where you've walked, making it easy for you not to get lost.
    4. PvE combat> PvE is well done, the mobs are easy to find and a wiki feature in the game makes it easy for you to find what you're looking for.
    5. Questing and Progression>This game is extremely quick to level in, what makes your character stronger is how you build their skills and set their gear. You'll reach max rank in no time, quest, do missions and your time shall not be wasted. Missions progress you through the storyline of each campaign (that is if you have the other expansions) but if you just own Prophecies it's the same deal.
    6.End Game> Since leveling is so quick, the true content of the game is its end game, you'll have a variety of missions and titles to gain and due to Guild Wars 2 on the way if you own Eye of the North, you will get rewards for completing them if you get the next installment. Raids, dungeons, (Speed clears) are all in the game, know your role and get moving.

    This game leads you to have a much different experience at each turn, each class feels different, and a second play-through known as hard mode can get you some cash.    … Expand
  5. gendu
    Oct 16, 2012
    10
    Last time I typed /age in the chat, I got as response that I had played the game over 3500 hours on this account, this excludes the time I spent on my 2 other accounts. A game that can keep me playing and enjoying it for 5 years and over 3500 hours deserves a 10.
  6. Nickm.
    Apr 30, 2005
    10
    This game is honestly one of my all time favorites. What to talk about first... Well, the synopsis up there didn't mention that its FREE to play online, as opposed to some other massively online games. The missions and quests are genuinely fun to me, not just a thing to go through to level your character up. And the pvp is awesome. The thing that really appeals to me about this game This game is honestly one of my all time favorites. What to talk about first... Well, the synopsis up there didn't mention that its FREE to play online, as opposed to some other massively online games. The missions and quests are genuinely fun to me, not just a thing to go through to level your character up. And the pvp is awesome. The thing that really appeals to me about this game the most I think is the freedom of choice it allows you. As a general rule, you can do what you find fun. If you just want to PvP (Player versus Player), you can create a maximum level character and get right into it, not to mention the ability to play against anyone in the world (If youre #1, youre not just #1 on a server, you are the best in the WORLD). If you like going through the storyline (which is also good, I might add,) and exploring, you can spend as much time doing that as you want. If you like to RP (Role-Play), the instancing sytem in GW has the added benefit of keeping people not in your party out of your perception. If you like planning and character building, this game has many different skills/spells with a wide variety of different affects, strengths and weaknesses for you to build upon. If you enjoy grind, you can choose to spend hours looking for the best items in the game, but that will have little affect on your performance in combat. Speaking of combat, it honestly is more about teamwork, strategy, personal playing skill and adaptability than any other game of this style that I've played. Well Done, ArenaNet.… Expand
  7. ScottyK.
    May 5, 2005
    10
    Amazing, that's the best response. This game blows others out of the water. The visual effects are beyound words. Even in-game movies feature all members in the party wielding accurate weapons and armour. The storyline is fun and extremely interactive. Arenanet has made an extensive efffort to monitor this game for offensive language and content, which is a relief compared to so many Amazing, that's the best response. This game blows others out of the water. The visual effects are beyound words. Even in-game movies feature all members in the party wielding accurate weapons and armour. The storyline is fun and extremely interactive. Arenanet has made an extensive efffort to monitor this game for offensive language and content, which is a relief compared to so many other games. I'm sick of playing with 10 and 12 year olds and having someone join the game only to go off with swearing and sexual references. Kudos to the Guild Wars crew regarding keeping the T rating in place. Most of all this game is designed for ultimate team play. The complete focus on Guild creation and growth is mesmerizing. I really can't say enough about this game. It is hands down one of the best games I have ever played console or pc. Thanks to all the Guild Wars team for making this game one to last the ages.… Expand
  8. zdogjr
    Sep 13, 2008
    10
    Ok anyone who gives this less then an 8 is a person who probably played wow first and played this game for 2 min. and then realized it wasnt wow and that it had no extra fee and then got scared or your just an idiot who cant recognize a good mmorpg the story is one of the best ive ever heard and thats 50% of why i played this the other was the awsome gameplay, you get 8 skills because Ok anyone who gives this less then an 8 is a person who probably played wow first and played this game for 2 min. and then realized it wasnt wow and that it had no extra fee and then got scared or your just an idiot who cant recognize a good mmorpg the story is one of the best ive ever heard and thats 50% of why i played this the other was the awsome gameplay, you get 8 skills because thats what makes you use your brain and you dont just get a stinking over powered spell when your lv 4 that kills everything, you have to think and figure out what skills go best with each other and from what i seen on wow the screen is covered with skill how the ---- can you find the skill you want to use when its sourrounded by 50 others.… Expand
  9. DemonicAngel
    Aug 14, 2005
    6
    Before anything else is said, I must applaud NCSoft for putting together what seems to be an extremely robust and reliable online game (especially given the total lack of fees). The visuals, for a game with such relatively low system requirements, are utterly gorgeous. Sound is, well, fairly nondescript - the music is pleasant but unmemorable, and effects are fairly generic for the genre. Before anything else is said, I must applaud NCSoft for putting together what seems to be an extremely robust and reliable online game (especially given the total lack of fees). The visuals, for a game with such relatively low system requirements, are utterly gorgeous. Sound is, well, fairly nondescript - the music is pleasant but unmemorable, and effects are fairly generic for the genre. Now, onto the game itself. Guild Wars has garnered widespread critical and public acclaim for its skill-based gameplay, instanced PvE areas and (most of all) the lack of monthly fees, and I kinda enjoyed the beta weekend, so I picked it up shortly after release. Since then, I've played it about 6 times in total - I reckon I can't have put in more than a few hours in total. But that's only because the game seems so directionless that it's difficult to feel any motivation to play. Admittedly I'm a solitary gamer and tend to have an unfairly biased view of MMORPGs, but NCSoft claims there is incentive for single player play. If there is, it certainly didn't rear its head within the crucial first two hours. The gameplay is reminiscent of Diablo - click on an enemy to start attacking it, and you'll slug it out until one of you is dead. Whilst you're attacking you can use your various skills by pressing the hotkeys - typically these will deal extra damage, heal your wounds, or work in combination to produce even more powerful effects. The profession and skill system undeniably adds a huge amount of depth, but the system is intricate enough to totally put off RPG virgins such as myself. The game seems built around a mission structure of sorts, where you talk to people to receive quests as is standard for RPGs. Thus far, most of the quests I've done (I haven't really touched on the main story arc at this point) have been "go here, kill these monsters/rescue this attractive young woman/recover this artifact, then come back to me and I'll give you this item/these items/this amount of experience". If this is the standard by which MMORPGs are judged, then it's a genre I do not ever want to go near again, ever. I'd say rent first, but this isn't an option, so instead I'd suggest playing at a friend's for at least a few hours before you make the decision. I wish I had, in retrospect, then I wouldn't have wasted my money. That's not to say Guild Wars is a bad game - it's clear that a great deal of work has gone into creating it. It just doesn't appeal to me in anything more than a very superficial way. (Besides which, people are scary.)… Expand
  10. AndrewH
    Dec 5, 2008
    10
    I love this game I've been playing for almost 2 years now. the PvP is fast and extreme. it is really more avout whos a better tactician than who wastes more of thier time. only being able to bring 8 skills is a good thing it makes create your own method for certain scenarios and keeps the game play fair. and as for people saying it sucks cuz you cant jump, why the heck doese it I love this game I've been playing for almost 2 years now. the PvP is fast and extreme. it is really more avout whos a better tactician than who wastes more of thier time. only being able to bring 8 skills is a good thing it makes create your own method for certain scenarios and keeps the game play fair. and as for people saying it sucks cuz you cant jump, why the heck doese it matter? saying its worse than WoW because you cant jump of cliffs and die is rediculus. besides GW 2 will be out soon and it has a Z axis (jumping) just for you whiny babies. as for me, i doubt ill use it. … Expand
  11. CowardlyDog
    Feb 19, 2012
    10
    Amazing game, very addictive, and even after many years after launch, it still has a reason to be played, which is the Hall of Monuments reward system for GW2
  12. Vladdisblue
    Jun 1, 2011
    8
    The reasoning behind my score for this game is simple. Firstly, the game itself is great fun and a blast to sit down and play no matter how much time you have. 30 minutes? No problem, there's a lot you can get done, even if you feel like at the time you didn't. Gameplay is very good, and the scenery is breath taking. I used to play this game when everything first came out in 2005-2006The reasoning behind my score for this game is simple. Firstly, the game itself is great fun and a blast to sit down and play no matter how much time you have. 30 minutes? No problem, there's a lot you can get done, even if you feel like at the time you didn't. Gameplay is very good, and the scenery is breath taking. I used to play this game when everything first came out in 2005-2006 before I got really really into WoW. I gave up WoW for a year and went back but I have finally said no to WoW and decided it was time to play this game again. When I first played this game I wasn't all that great at it because I didn't try to link skills together, I just used what I felt was the most powerful skills. Now I have sat down and really looked at the skills and I have to say it is way better that I have taken the time to because honestly, I kill things that much faster. The instanced hunting grounds yes are boring with no one else there but I don't care. Crank up my music and turn me loose and I can hunt for four hours and not get bored once. Meeting people is easy if you are willing to go out of your way to try to get to know some of the people around you in town. Quest are a breeze, and with a mini map that guides you to the quest, why would you complain about not being able to jump? WoW, good luck figuring out where the crap you are supposed to be heading. Yeah some of the NPC's tell you a general direction, but that could be a huge swath of the zone if you're not careful. I can't speak for the PvP in this game because I have never actually tried it out. I do enjoy the PvE a lot but that is because I am determined and dedicated to getting what I need, no matter the ammount of time required to get it. No need for teir whatever gear to hunt? Oh yeah, that's what I'm talking about. No monthly fee's? Yes please. Ability to mix two classes together to become an even more deadly fighter than you already were? Sign me up now! Downsides are yes it can be difficult to trust someone you meet on the game because there is a high potential that they will be a dick or try to scam you. It can be monotonous doing the same thing over and over, but that is to be expected with every game you play, so everyone can stop griping and get back to playing the game. No jumping. Yeah okay, I know I said it's not a big deal but it is true, who in the world can't jump? I say it for believability and natural ability of a human being, not because I want to be able to jump. Those are the only two major complaints I have for this game, and the jumping I view as a minor thing because it seems pointless to jump when your playing the game to go in and hack things to pieces. And trusting someone over a game you may never meet in real life? Not a reason the game lost points either of these things, it lost the points because I think that while the instanced hunting grounds are awesome maybe allow a few other people into the same one as you. A minimum of 20 so that way if a group of people hunt together that means there is still room for 16 others. I think the chance of seeing someone else out there doing the same thing as you also would give you incentive to team up and compare what quest you both need and that would form a bond of trust and a friendship that would allow you to know you have a friend in the game you can look for to hunt with. So over all I rate this game an 8 because yes it has a lot of plus factors, but there are still a few things that could really potentially be improved, even with the greatness that this game already is. On a more personal level for comparison, WoW and GW are nothing alike. They are two completely different games that were developed by two different companies. WoW has it's own perks, one of which is not graphics. GW to me is better than WoW because of the pure individuality that you can have with the 8 skills that you put on your bar that allow you to play however you want and not only that but the ammount of skills that you learn means that you never run out of combinations and chains of skills that you could potentially set up to use for a very very long time. Great game, and to be honest, so very glad I gave up WoW to get back into this amazing game.… Expand
  13. Trancez
    May 15, 2012
    10
    Guild Wars was a fantastic game that was well worth it's price. It offers more gameplay and customization than any game of it's peers. It was and forever will be a game that will be notable.
  14. Chimp
    May 7, 2005
    10
    Holy crap.......this game is AMAZING. the graphics look sooo nice and it is quick to install and load times are about 3 seconds. low system requirements, easy gameplay, great teamplay, no fee. an amazing package. my only real complaint is there is not enough difference in how people look, but this could just be the starter in what will be countless expansion packs. and to think i almost Holy crap.......this game is AMAZING. the graphics look sooo nice and it is quick to install and load times are about 3 seconds. low system requirements, easy gameplay, great teamplay, no fee. an amazing package. my only real complaint is there is not enough difference in how people look, but this could just be the starter in what will be countless expansion packs. and to think i almost bought everquest 2!!!!!… Expand
  15. PhoenixSet
    May 7, 2005
    10
    This is my first MMORPG and I am glad that I waited! This game is perfect. I am really turned off by a monthly fee, AFTER you spend $50, so this is great. I have no problem buying expansion packs for more content later because I'm sure they will raise the level cap of 20 and will add more professions than just the 6, etc. I think the quest log and the mini-map work perfect together, This is my first MMORPG and I am glad that I waited! This game is perfect. I am really turned off by a monthly fee, AFTER you spend $50, so this is great. I have no problem buying expansion packs for more content later because I'm sure they will raise the level cap of 20 and will add more professions than just the 6, etc. I think the quest log and the mini-map work perfect together, it is so frustrating in some games when all you do is just run around and get lost. I also love how you don't see other players in the fighting maps unless they are in your party. Well, I can go on and on but you all need to get this game now and begin the fun!… Expand
  16. BobbyR.
    Jun 11, 2005
    10
    I got this game for my birthday and believe me this is a contender for game of the year, it is one of the best games ever and the graphics are absolutley amazing and it works on my 56k dial up without a modem!!
  17. MikeL.
    Jul 15, 2005
    10
    First of all let me say that I am a very critical gamer. I have played most of the big titles in the MMORPG genre, and I like Guild Wars the best. The skill based system, the lack of a monthly fee, and the beautiful graphics, make Guild Wars a must have in my opinion. Let me qualify my statement by saying that I love PVP. I have never been a fan of tiresome PVE, that leaves you feeling First of all let me say that I am a very critical gamer. I have played most of the big titles in the MMORPG genre, and I like Guild Wars the best. The skill based system, the lack of a monthly fee, and the beautiful graphics, make Guild Wars a must have in my opinion. Let me qualify my statement by saying that I love PVP. I have never been a fan of tiresome PVE, that leaves you feeling like the devs of the game are trying to waste as much of your time as possible. Guild Wars has fast, fun gameplay and the skill based system gives each class limitless build possibilities. The only people I've found that just downright don't like the game are people that hate PVP, or were duped into playing another "pay to play" MMORPG, and are mad Guild Wars took all their players.… Expand
  18. Sambo
    Aug 5, 2005
    10
    Utterly fantastic game. This is the closest I've seen any game come to matching Final Fantasy (not FFXI) for sheer RPG enjoyment! The graphics are insanely good for a game that doesn't need a ludicrous amount of processing power and the speed of the online gameplay is great with very little lag! The sound is nice, the menus work great once you get used to them and apart from the Utterly fantastic game. This is the closest I've seen any game come to matching Final Fantasy (not FFXI) for sheer RPG enjoyment! The graphics are insanely good for a game that doesn't need a ludicrous amount of processing power and the speed of the online gameplay is great with very little lag! The sound is nice, the menus work great once you get used to them and apart from the odd nonce, the game is very friendly. The first party I formed with another player has already forged a good online virtual friendship. I'm only concerned that there might be limited story mode and then a bit of an annoying player v player aspect once you're done. Unless you're part of a huge guild then you might have trouble achieving much from what I've seen.… Expand
  19. amac
    Jun 10, 2006
    10
    makes me laugh people who think this is a bad game or that wow is better or something, they obviously have not played it for long enough to realise how crack addicted they have, or will become. play this you enjoy it, you dont feel the frantic need to get gear or level or something, very very well made with no fees. (also pvp requires skill :O not just gear imagine that)
  20. AdamL.
    Nov 30, 2005
    7
    Totally Awsome...Until My Guild Went out the window! It's one of the best games in the buisseness until your guild stops being active or it boots you. Get this with some friends or else it'll suck!
  21. MattB.
    Apr 7, 2005
    10
    This is a great game and the GvG and PvP are very enjoyable and easy to get into.
  22. BradG.
    May 12, 2005
    9
    This game is incredible. The graphics, action packed gameplay, and lack of a monthly fee are instant selling points for me. It also sports a 100 hour plot and constantly updated and added mini-quests. The best apsect however are the system requirements. I have a 56 k modem which rarely connects faster than 28.8. Amazingly, after a few moderate loading screens the first time I enter a new This game is incredible. The graphics, action packed gameplay, and lack of a monthly fee are instant selling points for me. It also sports a 100 hour plot and constantly updated and added mini-quests. The best apsect however are the system requirements. I have a 56 k modem which rarely connects faster than 28.8. Amazingly, after a few moderate loading screens the first time I enter a new region there is almost NO lag for me or my team-mates. I am hooked on this game. I really hope the whole "no-monthly-fee" thing catches on.… Expand
  23. OkkoS.
    May 14, 2005
    9
    Great game! A lot better than for example diablo and a bit better than WoW...
  24. Morgan
    May 30, 2005
    9
    Thank god I bought this before I made the mistake of buying Dungeon Lords! I've been playing it quite a bit. It plays fine on dial up. The only problem I have is with some of the creature AI (some attack and some don't - you can practically walk right through them) but, other than that, it's a gorgeous, well-balanced game. Another great point is that you can fully control Thank god I bought this before I made the mistake of buying Dungeon Lords! I've been playing it quite a bit. It plays fine on dial up. The only problem I have is with some of the creature AI (some attack and some don't - you can practically walk right through them) but, other than that, it's a gorgeous, well-balanced game. Another great point is that you can fully control the movement and view options. Each skill class has 150 abilities (plus you get 2 classes) so there's plenty of variety.… Expand
  25. TK
    May 3, 2005
    9
    Great game! I mean it fits or all people. Hardcore gamers or not...if you wanna play for 30 minutes thats ok you will get stuff done. Simply a great game!! This is just one of those Must Buys for any gamers.
  26. [Anonymous]
    May 4, 2005
    10
    Best MMORPG ever. I have played MMORPGS like WoW and RYL (1 and 2) but they dont even come close to this game. It fixes just about everything that was tedious and or repetitive in recent MMORPS like kill stealing, waiting for quest boss to respawn, and walking for days on end. Great storyline and well built PvP system is only half the fun. Guild vs. guild battles would eat half of my life Best MMORPG ever. I have played MMORPGS like WoW and RYL (1 and 2) but they dont even come close to this game. It fixes just about everything that was tedious and or repetitive in recent MMORPS like kill stealing, waiting for quest boss to respawn, and walking for days on end. Great storyline and well built PvP system is only half the fun. Guild vs. guild battles would eat half of my life easily and the 24-7 tournament against the WORLD is just over the top. This game is well worth your $50.… Expand
  27. G.F.
    May 5, 2005
    10
    Awesome!
  28. JesperK.
    May 6, 2005
    9
    This game rocks..... Its the best mmorpg i have tried.
  29. RobertG.
    Jun 16, 2005
    10
    This game rocks. No monthly charges, no hacks, no cheats, player co-op or solo. Ther's something for every gamer in this game.
  30. BrodieS.
    Jul 14, 2005
    7
    Guild Wars is alot of fun at first..beautiful graphics, some cool story elements and definatly some very cool quest concepts that are not so much completly different, but a creative variance to the way most quest work in your standard MMORPG. That being said, its fun for what it is..but its not a WoW replacement or whatever your favorite MMORPG is.. it just doesn't have the depth Guild Wars is alot of fun at first..beautiful graphics, some cool story elements and definatly some very cool quest concepts that are not so much completly different, but a creative variance to the way most quest work in your standard MMORPG. That being said, its fun for what it is..but its not a WoW replacement or whatever your favorite MMORPG is.. it just doesn't have the depth that will keep you coming back for more or the character development that really makes you care about your character...honestly i can't even remember my characters name or what he looks like. If they could take some of those amazing interactive quest that make you feel like your making a difference in the gaming world..(like the catapult quest against the Charr for those of you, who have played the game) and blend them with more of the exploration, discovery and character development of WoW...I'd be sitting there now playing it, not writing this review.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#7 Best PC Game of 2005
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#12 Most Discussed PC Game of 2005
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#16 Most Shared PC Game of 2005

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 53 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 53
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 53
  3. Negative: 0 out of 53
  1. Inside Gamer Online
    90
    It’s impossible to describe the joy playing Guild Wars offers. It isn’t particularly deep, but it’s highly rewarding nonetheless. A friendly design and interface, and the simple, elegant combat, are bound to appeal to a wide range of gamers.
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  2. GameSpot
    92
    It innovatively and successfully combines many of the best, most addictive properties of action RPGs, online RPGs, and competitive multiplayer games in one beautifully produced package, which offers a tremendous lasting value yet none of the monthly fees typically associated with online-only games.
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  3. Yahoo!
    90
    If tedious leveling up, dull combat, or uninspired player vs. player gaming are your quibbles with today's massively multiplayer offerings, Guild Wars is the cure.
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