Guild Wars

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  • Publisher: NCSOFT
  • Release Date: Apr 26, 2005
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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. Bas
    May 8, 2005
    5
    Pretty much sucks. Why? Well, the standard roleplaying game is boring, and just like every other MMORPG out there. So that leaves PvP mode. Guild Wars isn't like other MMORPG's, since you can only choose 8 skills at a time to use, so you need to choose your skills carefully. However, here's the main issue I quickly sold my game again: to unlock good skills for PvP only Pretty much sucks. Why? Well, the standard roleplaying game is boring, and just like every other MMORPG out there. So that leaves PvP mode. Guild Wars isn't like other MMORPG's, since you can only choose 8 skills at a time to use, so you need to choose your skills carefully. However, here's the main issue I quickly sold my game again: to unlock good skills for PvP only characters, you STILL need to play through the abysmal RolePlaying mode. So that means, even though the official site says otherwise, that you still need to invest lots of time into this game to become better then the others. Skill doesn't play as big a part as everyone wants you to believe sadly. I wanted to give it a 3, but ended up giving it a 5 because of the nice graphics and the lack of monthly fees, both of which are very good points of this game.… Expand
  2. PaulS.
    Apr 26, 2005
    3
    I had such high hopes for this game. Went to the store and bought only to find that after installing I can't play it for a few days. What kind of nonsense is this. They have a poorly organized gimmick for pre-orders that has not been executed well. Don't get this game. This is a sign of things to come for this game.
  3. RichardK.
    Oct 20, 2005
    3
    Gee, DooM without the neat weapons, cool monsters or game control. Enter Guildwars, kill the same thing over and over and over and over FOREVER! No clear win, PvP is limited and poorly done. No monthly fee cause no one in there right mind would pay for a second month. Strong point, well you can get mostly nude and dance! Designers say reward skill, not time, no, the truth is they reward Gee, DooM without the neat weapons, cool monsters or game control. Enter Guildwars, kill the same thing over and over and over and over FOREVER! No clear win, PvP is limited and poorly done. No monthly fee cause no one in there right mind would pay for a second month. Strong point, well you can get mostly nude and dance! Designers say reward skill, not time, no, the truth is they reward nether, you fight for poor drops, buy keys to chests for useless loot (sell it for more gold, to buy more keys, be still my throbbing heart) all so that gold can get stripped from the players, salvage for useless junk sans ell it and oh yes, dance mostly naked. Your character is limited to 20th level, but monsters go higher, mostly you face DooM like swarms without DooM like weapons, and you die over and over, fun! Good news is the death penalty is light and easy to work off so you beat the level by killing the non-repawning critters off with your respawing player! Please belive me, skill is of very, very import in Guildwars, just be willing to farm for days of useful items and die untill you win.… Expand
  4. SlybriM.
    May 2, 2005
    4
    LIke Star Wars Episode I or Heather Graham...Pretty to look at but BORING!!!!
  5. Maxx
    May 4, 2005
    2
    Boooring! Nice to look at, but boooring. Yeah it doesn't cost any $$$ every month, but look what you are getting. Pay the 10-15 bux a month a get a real MMORPG, cuz this one doesn't cut it.
  6. TashaB.
    May 8, 2005
    6
    The game really does have stunning graphics, and takes out most of the tedious walking that accompanies most MMORPGs but that does not make up for its many pitfalls. First if you are in a party and travel by map (one of the major pluses) you get removed from your party and may end up in a different disrict than your friends making you have to change districts (more load time) plus invite The game really does have stunning graphics, and takes out most of the tedious walking that accompanies most MMORPGs but that does not make up for its many pitfalls. First if you are in a party and travel by map (one of the major pluses) you get removed from your party and may end up in a different disrict than your friends making you have to change districts (more load time) plus invite your friends into you group all over again. There is no quest sharing. The maps are awful. Virtually impossible to solo missions for you casual gamers. PvP is not worth doing unless you have your own lvl 20 customized character that you will fight with because available templates will get you nothing but a good ass whipping. But pluses are stunning visuals, fast paced combat (even for casters), easy to follow quests with helpful arrows on the minimap to guide you on each adventure and you can play with all your friends, even those in other countries.… Expand
  7. RedB.
    Jun 10, 2005
    4
    A game with a lot of potential that fails to deliver. For example, the designers wanted to reduce travel time, so introduced teleporting. Butthe cities are large and boring and you have to walk back again and again to mission sites so the travel time that is there is a worse experience than most games. A limit of 4 characters? Come on! The levels are structured so linearly you have to A game with a lot of potential that fails to deliver. For example, the designers wanted to reduce travel time, so introduced teleporting. Butthe cities are large and boring and you have to walk back again and again to mission sites so the travel time that is there is a worse experience than most games. A limit of 4 characters? Come on! The levels are structured so linearly you have to fight the same darn mobs again and again, you cant scale the shallowest hill or jump down the shallowest depression. And the fantasy is humorless and lifeless.… Expand
  8. PalliN.
    Jul 5, 2005
    2
    "This game is awesome!" is what I was thinking almost loud , back in the few days after release. After few weeks and few finished PvE chars it just started to lose it. I found myself logging in rarely and when I did, I usually logged off in 30 minutes. Nowdays, few months after the release, I rather stick my eye with a fork than log in to this crap. The game simply don't have enough "This game is awesome!" is what I was thinking almost loud , back in the few days after release. After few weeks and few finished PvE chars it just started to lose it. I found myself logging in rarely and when I did, I usually logged off in 30 minutes. Nowdays, few months after the release, I rather stick my eye with a fork than log in to this crap. The game simply don't have enough content. Period. PvE is very linear with pretty boring storyline and since this game is not about items (which is kudos for the 'balance'), I don't see a point in exploring and killing the same stupid 3-4 mob groups over and over again. And for the much hyped PvP/GvG.. Well.. Was kinda of disappointmet. It seems to be in balance and well I think it has too much of balance and that makes the PvP/GvG pretty tiring in my opinion. It just gives me the feeling that every char is the same, no matter what class(es) you're playing. I also don't like that the developers listen every single whine out there and nerf the game all the time. Now they even removed the lowlevel arena experience points and replaced them with some stupid faction points, which you have to get to unlock some skills etc. for your PvP-chars.. Well, currently I have 4 maximum level PvE made chars, which means that there's no room for me to make any PvP characters and I ain't willing to delete any of my current chars, since I've already deleted a few to give room for new ones. Not enough charslots. Perioid. And no more reason for me to practise in lowlevel arenas (which is always the same boring map / arena) since I get no useful reward for it. Experience points however were useful for my lowbie PvE toons. There simply nothing to do. Content is enough for two weeks seriously. Thank god I got it really cheap, otherwise I would've felt as I was robbed. However, I don't feel like giving zeropointer this time, so I'll give 2 points for a nice try and it still beats the crap out of WoW.… Expand
  9. FelixJ.
    Oct 8, 2007
    5
    It's really wierd. You can't jump. Kinda screwed up there. And WoW is better. Because you can jump. And swim. And fall to your death. hmm...
  10. TimD.
    Dec 13, 2005
    3
    This game is just horrible. I gave it a 3 for awesome graphics. No depth. No challenge, it's a mindless grind. It is far too easy for my liking. There is no sense of acomplishment in reaching the max level. I play WoW and don't have a single 60, my highest just hit 58 and I've been complaining about the people who gank lowbies, so I'm not one of those kind of people This game is just horrible. I gave it a 3 for awesome graphics. No depth. No challenge, it's a mindless grind. It is far too easy for my liking. There is no sense of acomplishment in reaching the max level. I play WoW and don't have a single 60, my highest just hit 58 and I've been complaining about the people who gank lowbies, so I'm not one of those kind of people who thrive on being elite and being able to pwn the little people. This game is just too easy to pique my interest. I was in Best Buy thinking if I should buy this or EQ 2. I wished, 3 days after buying guild wars, that I had gone with EQ2.… Expand
  11. PhilipP.
    May 3, 2005
    1
    It's Diablo without the eerie sounds, the good dungeon crawls, and the fun. I can't play this game for more than 10 minutes without feeling like I'm wasting my time. Sure, it's pretty, but that doesn't make you want to play. The sound is aweful and generic, the fighting is boring; there's just nothing there. Very disappointing.
  12. GH
    Jul 26, 2005
    5
    Its a real nice game in the beginning when ur just learning to play and getting ur character started, and it has some great graphics too. But the game isent rewarding enough to keep u interested. After hours of playing, and reaching high levels, ur just doing the same s**t u did when ur a lvl 1 character, only in a different area and with different spells. I agree on Palli N's point Its a real nice game in the beginning when ur just learning to play and getting ur character started, and it has some great graphics too. But the game isent rewarding enough to keep u interested. After hours of playing, and reaching high levels, ur just doing the same s**t u did when ur a lvl 1 character, only in a different area and with different spells. I agree on Palli N's point a couple of posts down, that the creatures u have to fight "feel" the same. Creature drops arent rewarding and later on in the game it gets seriously boring. Guilds are fun to make and invite other players to join urs is great fun. When u raise enough gold u can buy a guildhall and play guild vs. guild battles. When finished the main story line in the rpg part of the game, this is the only interesting way to go. Tho after a couple of fights this gets boring too and ull just be logging in to check whos online and chat with ur buddies u can just as well talk to on msn. Again; the game is unrewarding and it SUCKS.… Expand
  13. TheEssence
    Aug 13, 2005
    8
    Pros: This game is well made. From an engrossing story, to the beauty of how well balanced the professions are I must say Im impressed. Being this the first chapter in the GW series ArenaNet is headed in the right direction. Unlike many other MMos admins, GW admins not only pay attention to their player base but also support their fans too. some people have commented here: "After hours of Pros: This game is well made. From an engrossing story, to the beauty of how well balanced the professions are I must say Im impressed. Being this the first chapter in the GW series ArenaNet is headed in the right direction. Unlike many other MMos admins, GW admins not only pay attention to their player base but also support their fans too. some people have commented here: "After hours of playing, and reaching high levels, ur just doing the same s**t u did when ur a lvl 1 character, only in a different area and with different spells." Perhaps they may have a point however: Is it not the same with ALL games? WoW you do the same thing over and over again. Same thing with such hits like Grand Theft Auto, it might seem like you do diffrent things but in truth you do the same thing over and over again. This is something that is always present in all games, this is therefore nothing new. I must then disacknowledge such comments. However... Cons: The game could use more skills, harder bossess, more items, more story line to it (it has a great story line but itis quite short) and a better economy. Such things like having trades would also make the game more fun. Adding gamble houses, fishing and/or hunting or other menial but immersive activities for the PvE part of the game could also make this game much better. Having towns with houses or inns to go in and fool around are also a good idea, in other words make towns more immersive and the combat maps more interesting with more items, monsters, etc. PvP coiuld make use of even more expanded combat options like Battle Quests where teams compete for quests in a PvE like map filled with monsters and must race each other to complete quests. or perhaps more of the competitive style missions where Teams are pit against each other while doing missions. In other words more PvP options for more variety in the PvP area of the game. All in all it is still a great game and does accomplish what it has set out to do. I aplaud ArenaNet's efforts and hope the consequent chapters make this even better. NOTE: Due to not being an MMo combat maps may get a tad bit boring when you solo and even when you party with 8 members if you are used to MMos open map style.… Expand
  14. DanielM.
    Jan 23, 2006
    0
    This is a pathetic game, how it won best MMORPG over Warcraft is beyond me. This just shows that this "best games of 2005" has no credibility. Im sure the 100 or so people playing GuildWars would agree though.
  15. DevilWithoutACause
    Oct 13, 2005
    2
    Graphics only play a supporting role. This game is like a bad case of blue balls. I was so excited about playing this one that it took my breath away. 2 hours into this "Oasis" of a game and equality and a linear experience and I wanted to put a bullet in my brain. The church of Scientiology or the Later Day crackheads could market this trash to their brainwashedGraphics only play a supporting role. This game is like a bad case of blue balls. I was so excited about playing this one that it took my breath away. 2 hours into this "Oasis" of a game and equality and a linear experience and I wanted to put a bullet in my brain. The church of Scientiology or the Later Day crackheads could market this trash to their brainwashed congregations...everyone else is probably gonna hate this one.… Expand
  16. St33rpike
    Jul 18, 2012
    6
    Admittedly, I'm not a huge fan of MMORPGs. The only other one I've played extensively is World of Warcraft, and I preferred that game by a large margin. Why? Well, Guild Wars always seemed like a more limited version of WoW. The level cap is lower, the possibilities for playing without being in a party are more limited, and the items are less varied and interesting. None of that wouldAdmittedly, I'm not a huge fan of MMORPGs. The only other one I've played extensively is World of Warcraft, and I preferred that game by a large margin. Why? Well, Guild Wars always seemed like a more limited version of WoW. The level cap is lower, the possibilities for playing without being in a party are more limited, and the items are less varied and interesting. None of that would matter very much if I really wanted to spend my time playing with other people, but there's nothing I find more frustrating than sitting down to play a video game and instead spending the next hour trying to get a group together, only to finally give up and turn it off. WoW offers gamers a lot of options for playing without depending on other players, and that is why I preferred it to Guild Wars.… Expand
  17. marney
    Apr 28, 2019
    2
    The game from my point of view is a whole platform gamer's paradise most of the game play seems to involve jumping from ledge to ledge and if you dont make the jumps you miss out on loot if you're a platform game fanatic this is heaven for you.If you buy the main game plus xpacs there are still areas you are gated from using, the game constantly dumps garbage items like dyes xp scrolls etcThe game from my point of view is a whole platform gamer's paradise most of the game play seems to involve jumping from ledge to ledge and if you dont make the jumps you miss out on loot if you're a platform game fanatic this is heaven for you.If you buy the main game plus xpacs there are still areas you are gated from using, the game constantly dumps garbage items like dyes xp scrolls etc it seems they are determined to fill your stash with garbage,i guess as an incentive to buy more bag room from gem store.Character slots with both xpacs are enough to make just 5 characters you can of course buy more from the gem store. Game play can be ok but sudden 1 hit deaths kill that for you, constantly facing invulnerable mobs for no reason i can detect they just turn invulnerable in mid fight re-spawn rates are crazy if you fight a mob of 4 by the time the last falls all four are back up it must be a mechanic to force team play so a wasted purchase for solo players.The game gives very little info about the task you are requested to perform quest event whatever not even the direction it might be in it is at times bewildering don't buy this game unless there's absolutely nothing else to play.The graphics may appeal to some they are very good hence the score.… Expand
  18. BenB.
    Apr 30, 2005
    9
    Well, it's easily as good as the majority of MMO's so far. The graphics are striking, the game has no monthly fees, the interface is incredibly simple and intuitive and my character looks like the guy from Princess Bride, so I'm happy! I've been playing for a couple of hours and am not hardcore by any stretch, so I'm unsure about how long people would play it for, Well, it's easily as good as the majority of MMO's so far. The graphics are striking, the game has no monthly fees, the interface is incredibly simple and intuitive and my character looks like the guy from Princess Bride, so I'm happy! I've been playing for a couple of hours and am not hardcore by any stretch, so I'm unsure about how long people would play it for, compared to a game like WoW. But if you're after an MMO, can't (or don't want to) afford a tenner a month and have the 17-odd quid that you can pick it up for at the cheaper websites, you can't go far wrong. It's certainly going to have more life that your usual RPG and if all else fails, get everyone dancing! Best dancing animations ever!… Expand
  19. AnonymousMC
    May 9, 2005
    9
    I'm glad I waited for a free MMORPG. This game is great and has a lot of great features. I like the aspect where you actually have to find materials to buy items. The proffession skills are great but the elementalist and mesmer are a bit overpowered in Arena mode. I haven't tried PVP yet but I intend to. The only thing I found unappealing was the max level of 20. This is becauseI'm glad I waited for a free MMORPG. This game is great and has a lot of great features. I like the aspect where you actually have to find materials to buy items. The proffession skills are great but the elementalist and mesmer are a bit overpowered in Arena mode. I haven't tried PVP yet but I intend to. The only thing I found unappealing was the max level of 20. This is because many other great RPGs, not necessarily online, like Morrowind, give you the ability to get to a high level. I hope an expaqnsion is in the making phase because I want to see where this great game goes. i do agree with the Battle.net remark though. The towns are like big servers. But it does encourage you to make friends.… Expand
  20. de
    Sep 2, 2005
    10
    It is the best game ever.
  21. Mobius
    May 13, 2005
    9
    Very good game with plenty of hours gameplay and fantastic graphics and to top it of NO MONTHLY FEE. It just goes to show that you dont need great big servers and a £10 monthly fee to play a great MMORPG.
  22. GregZ.
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    This is the best game ever.
  23. AnonymousMC
    Apr 20, 2008
    7
    I got this game at a great price 20bucks and no monthly payments and the game can be very 1 person thing with crew members you can hire and marked quest objectives, it makes the game fast and fun, I dont see why people like pvp so much not that good... The bad things is that you have like 6 skills at a time, the game gets very lonely when questing(and boring somtimes). Everybody assumesI got this game at a great price 20bucks and no monthly payments and the game can be very 1 person thing with crew members you can hire and marked quest objectives, it makes the game fast and fun, I dont see why people like pvp so much not that good... The bad things is that you have like 6 skills at a time, the game gets very lonely when questing(and boring somtimes). Everybody assumes that its not your first time playing and if the7y know it is they will try to rip you off, its easy to get into but hard to learn fully. Im not saying the curve is big, it is small, but people can be hard to commutate to and be mean, but all games have people like that.. overall Id say get it for 20bucks and play it casual, really no fee's.. You could get a pc game for 20 and play for about 2 weeks or play GW for year and still not run out of fun! I gave it a 7 because the games does get dull and long. Dont try to compare this to any other game too it is soo different to WOW and other games!… Expand
  24. hfffoman
    Jul 5, 2012
    10
    I have had hours of fun with this game. It is beautifully atmospheric, has a good story, and a combat system capable of enormous sophistication. The world it creates feels very real and I actually cared about its fate.
  25. giuice
    Apr 22, 2022
    10
    Best Game I played, ever. Unfortunately the sequel (GW2) did not follow the same mechanisms, classes and skills. It would be wonderful games with new interface and improved gameplay. 17 years after its release, I still play with great pleasure.
  26. JimCorbett
    May 26, 2014
    8
    My first foray into the MMO scene and I was not disappointed in the slightest. No subscription fee, awesome gameplay, great story, and just an overall wonderful experience.
  27. Previousricebow
    May 17, 2012
    10
    I wish Diablo 3 was this good. Massive world, every innovative play. Zero grinding, one of the best mmo ever made. Many many korean mmo copied guild war's style.
  28. WaterWoman
    May 18, 2012
    9
    This game was my first MMO and level 20 with all the expansions. As the years went on (maybe I put 400 hours into this game, or 500 but no more), the graphics got a little old and the gameplay not as fun; however, the hooks from this game was already in pretty deep. GW2 beta was more fun than GW the first time I played it. I've never played WoW. Learning all the new builds really wasThis game was my first MMO and level 20 with all the expansions. As the years went on (maybe I put 400 hours into this game, or 500 but no more), the graphics got a little old and the gameplay not as fun; however, the hooks from this game was already in pretty deep. GW2 beta was more fun than GW the first time I played it. I've never played WoW. Learning all the new builds really was enjoyable, esp. all the necro. stuff with your heroes. I didn't play PvP much; I'm sure I was one of the rare people who didn't like it that much.… Expand
  29. SilentHightimes
    Sep 12, 2014
    8
    Fantastic fun world to play solo or with friends beautiful graphics and gameplay.

    Solid fun with epic pvp and clan/Faction building very guild oriented.

    Awesome Rpg i don't consider it a MMO.

    Worth $50
  30. Aeryx
    Aug 2, 2017
    8
    Still by far one of the best MMORPGs I've ever played. The graphics back at the time were gorgeous and made me feel very much part of the world. Roaming the crystal desert in solitude was such a hauntingly beautiful experience. The concept art, music and vistas took me away so much I dreamed about this game in my sleep. Compared to today's MMORPGs that harass you BS monetization, backStill by far one of the best MMORPGs I've ever played. The graphics back at the time were gorgeous and made me feel very much part of the world. Roaming the crystal desert in solitude was such a hauntingly beautiful experience. The concept art, music and vistas took me away so much I dreamed about this game in my sleep. Compared to today's MMORPGs that harass you BS monetization, back then, once you bought the game, everything was yours to earn via in-game effort. Getting ectos was critical and the difficult areas, like Hall of Heroes required immense team work to pull off and luck to finish with an unstable internet connection. The PVP and multiplayer were also very enjoyable. Unfortunately Mesmers never found their place in this game, and were rejected by teams for difficult dungeons as they were poor in PVE although good in PVP. Jeremy Soule's music was a masterpiece for this, and I wish for him to return in GW3.… Expand
  31. DivinityItself
    Jan 23, 2013
    9
    All has been said in varied reviews about GW. All I can tell you is from 2005 up until now I've played for 7600+ hours. That's approximately 320 full days over a 7 year span. The only games that got me engaged in the past are Sword of Fargoal on the CBM64, Dungeon Master (and Chaos Strikes Back) by FTL on the Atari ST. I hope that ArenaNet never pulls the plug on it.
  32. gracjanski
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    This game is an art. In combinations with all the 3 addons it deserves a much better succes and attention:
    The graphic is written geniously: beautiful and great performance.
    The gameplay gives you so many possiblities: great. And in the beginning it is easy to understand. So you see, the old easy to learn, hard to master principle. The idea of gathering all the players together to a town    This game is an art. In combinations with all the 3 addons it deserves a much better succes and attention:
    The graphic is written geniously: beautiful and great performance.
    The gameplay gives you so many possiblities: great. And in the beginning it is easy to understand. So you see, the old easy to learn, hard to master principle. The idea of gathering all the players together to a town and let them group there to go through an instance is simply perfect.
    The campaing is great, I didnt want to stop to play, because I wanted to know, what happens next.
    The music is great too, I still enjoy to listen to some tracks (I downloaded them separately).
    I dont see any weaknesses in this game (dont forget, the game has 3 addons, that improves the basic game too)    … Expand
  33. kirbman101
    Sep 10, 2013
    10
    I played this game for years and enjoyed every moment of it. It plays a bit differently than other MMOs, because it is designed to prevent grinding, trolling, imbalance, and various other negative factors that typically plague online games.
  34. k0pkaas
    Oct 22, 2013
    10
    Whenever I try out a new mmo the first thing I do is compare it to Guild Wars. That is how much of an impact this game left on me. I picked it up within a few months of it having came out and played it for YEARS. I had thousands of hours logged into this game, and STILL can't help but log on every once in a while to take a trip down memory lane. The game is of course very dated and I can'tWhenever I try out a new mmo the first thing I do is compare it to Guild Wars. That is how much of an impact this game left on me. I picked it up within a few months of it having came out and played it for YEARS. I had thousands of hours logged into this game, and STILL can't help but log on every once in a while to take a trip down memory lane. The game is of course very dated and I can't play it with the fervor that I used to, but it is still the mold with which I compare every mmo I come across. Hopefully soon a game will come which will match or surpass my image of it.… Expand
  35. renanherz
    Dec 18, 2013
    10
    Without a doubt, the best MMORPG I have played to date (although technically not actually an MMORPG).

    The graphics are gorgeous. There is an endless variety of character skillset possibilities due to the hundreds and hundreds of skills available for each character profession. This means you can never bore of the gameplay, and if you are into PVP it becomes a constantly changing arena    Without a doubt, the best MMORPG I have played to date (although technically not actually an MMORPG).

    The graphics are gorgeous.

    There is an endless variety of character skillset possibilities due to the hundreds and hundreds of skills available for each character profession. This means you can never bore of the gameplay, and if you are into PVP it becomes a constantly changing arena involving teams changing/trialing new and progressively more creative builds to counter the currently winning team's build. Testing builds yourself to try and beat certain enemies/bosses, or solo certain areas is always a fun and rewarding experience.

    The game is complex, but not enough for the learning curve to be huge. The game itself is simple enough to learn to play, the challenge instead comes in learning how to play well.

    The map is huge, especially when combined with its expansions, and you will never run out of things to do.

    The game is free to play, and does not reward players who play for hours on end over those who are more casual. Everyone has access to gear with the same stats, the hardcore players simply pay extra in order to look better than everyone else. This was one of my favourite features about guild wars, especially over guild wars 2, which instead opts to reward hardcore players with a slight edge in stats over ordinary players due to their extensive playtimes.

    I only managed to stop playing this game after my computer crashed, for which I was grateful because this game genuinely ends up taking a large chunk of your life away. These days i play guild wars 2 instead, which is very fun and has stunning graphics, but feels very simple in comparison, especially in PvP due to the very limited skills available and lack of customisation.    … Expand
  36. thingamajiggly
    Jun 21, 2014
    10
    This is the game that actually got me hooked on video games. I would watch my sister and her boyfriend play, and I fell in love. I loved the graphics, the ability to explore, and the storyline. Unlike a lot of other MMORPGs , you don't have to pay a monthly fee after you purchase the game. Also, you have the ability to play by yourself, and don't have to depend on others to get throughThis is the game that actually got me hooked on video games. I would watch my sister and her boyfriend play, and I fell in love. I loved the graphics, the ability to explore, and the storyline. Unlike a lot of other MMORPGs , you don't have to pay a monthly fee after you purchase the game. Also, you have the ability to play by yourself, and don't have to depend on others to get through the game.… Expand
  37. aatassi
    Mar 3, 2014
    7
    Best RPG in 2005.
    Good things : story lines, missions, graphics, fights with mercenaries (NPC) like in RTS games, attributes, skills, leveling up, exploring, traveling by map, elite skills capture, different regions in Tyria, towns, fights with final boss Khilbron, class specific armors.
    less : CORP, looking for guilds, craft, auction houses, cities, 1 playable race, 1 starting point    Best RPG in 2005.
    Good things : story lines, missions, graphics, fights with mercenaries (NPC) like in RTS games, attributes, skills, leveling up, exploring, traveling by map, elite skills capture, different regions in Tyria, towns, fights with final boss Khilbron, class specific armors.

    less : CORP, looking for guilds, craft, auction houses, cities, 1 playable race, 1 starting point for pve

    Game play : 7/10, graphics : 6,5/10, back ground : 7/10, lifetime : 7/10, sound : 7/10, community : 8/10, world : 7/10    … Expand
  38. Camora11
    Sep 6, 2014
    10
    The first MMO I ever played way back in 2005. It is hands down my favorite game to this day. Everything from the story, the character attributes, skill/spell diversity, pvp, seasonal events, side quests, and community gave me some really fun memories. This game will always be special to me.
  39. Masteis
    Feb 18, 2016
    10
    I spent my teenage times while playing Guild Wars. Actually there were many MMORPG's i was playing but the 'Guild Wars' was the real one. I'm not giving "10" points for that i was fan of it. GW deserves it.

    Game provides you "Dude, you are free, you can anything you want. Build your character as you wish" There was no power differences between classes cuz you wouldn't know your    I spent my teenage times while playing Guild Wars. Actually there were many MMORPG's i was playing but the 'Guild Wars' was the real one. I'm not giving "10" points for that i was fan of it. GW deserves it.

    Game provides you "Dude, you are free, you can anything you want. Build your character as you wish"
    There was no power differences between classes cuz you wouldn't know your oppenents' build.

    Maybe the best thing was in GW, it was forcing you to use your brain. You couldn't play only spamming keyboard buttons. You had calculate your enemy and play smart and not only for pvp, pve was difficult to play too.

    Still best MMORPG for me and many players.    … Expand
  40. Schoobs
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    Guild Wars is a unique experience. Excellent story line, multiple campaigns (with hundreds of hours of extra content) and a beautiful world to explore. Easily my favorite game of all time. There's still a decent amount of people online and all the expansion so are inexpensive, I'd still recommend it now in 2016.
  41. Broyax
    Apr 11, 2017
    2
    Tiens, Guild Wars soldé à 8,50 euros seulement ! et pourquoi ne pas en profiter pour l'essayer ? surtout que c'est sans abonnement (un excellent point !) et après SWTOR j'avoue que j'étais curieux. Ah évidemment ça a bien vieilli graphiquement mais ce n'est pas tellement plus laid que SWTOR globalement. ça reste mignon et beaucoup moins cul serré au niveau des tenues que le mmo Star Wars.Tiens, Guild Wars soldé à 8,50 euros seulement ! et pourquoi ne pas en profiter pour l'essayer ? surtout que c'est sans abonnement (un excellent point !) et après SWTOR j'avoue que j'étais curieux. Ah évidemment ça a bien vieilli graphiquement mais ce n'est pas tellement plus laid que SWTOR globalement. ça reste mignon et beaucoup moins cul serré au niveau des tenues que le mmo Star Wars. L'interface est aussi plus pratique à l'usage... bref, y a pas à tortiller, c'est bien pensé.

    Toujours est-il que l'absence de voix et de vraie direction narrative par rapport à SWTOR est une belle douche froide et que comme tout mmo qui se respecte -et c'est là l'essence du genre- on se fait rapidement chier. L'intérêt tout de même (!) c'est qu'on peut se faire chier en groupe ! bêêêh...

    Le gameplay de ces mmo rpg est typique et a toujours comme caractéristique frappante cette absence d'intérêt, ce manque flagrant de finesse et cette course débile aux points d'expérience (c'est effectivement le nerf de la guerre) sans queue ni tête. Finalement, le mmo c'est le dernier stade de l'évolution des jeux vidéo : la lobotomisation totale et la fin de l'amusement. C'est bien triste.    … Expand
  42. addiinnocent
    Dec 21, 2021
    10
    Awesome Game with awesome people who are still playing after almost 20 years!
  43. Duder38
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    The best (mmo) rpg ever made, by a stretch. Highly recommend buying it with a friend and playing through the trilogy.
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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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