Vanguard: Saga of Heroes

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  1. DennisD
    Feb 15, 2009
    9
    In my opinion, the BEST MMO out there and I've been playing them since Everquest 1 launched. Graphics are awesome, BUT you have to have a machine capable of delivering the highest settings. I run it on my PC at High/High and my laptop at low/low and am still satisfied both ways. Again, if you want the HIGH END graphics you need a HIGH END machine, this game could run on a DirectX 10 In my opinion, the BEST MMO out there and I've been playing them since Everquest 1 launched. Graphics are awesome, BUT you have to have a machine capable of delivering the highest settings. I run it on my PC at High/High and my laptop at low/low and am still satisfied both ways. Again, if you want the HIGH END graphics you need a HIGH END machine, this game could run on a DirectX 10 format and was originally dessigned to, which is where all the initial "bugs" that everyone is speaking of came from, Sony had to fix it all when they took over. The Adventuring content is off the chart for Soloing as well as grouping, the Crafting set up is hands down the best out there(not just a bunch of mindless clicking), and the Diplomacy is intersting by it's own rights. You basically get 3 games for the price of one, as each part has it's level cap at 50. Soon to be 55 (WIth AA"S!!) YAY! I did take a year off and try other MMO's but am happily back on Vanguard for good now. The only reason my rating is not a 10 is because the Server populations aren't what they should be for a game of this caliber. So all of you that left because of the "bugs" I encourage you to give it another try, I'm positive you will be impressed.… Expand
  2. CarlC>
    Feb 10, 2007
    9
    Great game for those who loved and cherished EverQuest. It brings back the old feeling. Dont compare this game to WoW because they are very different. The reason why many WoW players wont like this is because of the fact that the original people who made EverQuest made this game. If you play WoW you WILL NOT LIKE THIS. However, oldschool MMO and MUD players will love it.
  3. KodiakA.
    Jan 28, 2007
    9
    I have played the game in beta, and i personally love the setup of the game, it seems to be a greatly compiled conjunction of games such as EQ2, Eq1, WoW, Ultima Online, and SWG. The Free open world is personnaly what i love most about the game, theres no loading screen to go to new zones. This game was a bit over hyped but is still worth buying the collectors edition.
  4. CM
    Jan 30, 2007
    10
    I didn't play in beta so I'm basing my evalutation on just the 3 past days of playing the early-access. Amazing!! Having played MMORPGS from EQ to CoH to WoW, this one is the best yet!

    It's got a few early-release bugs but the scope and depth of the gameworld is mind-boggling. Combat can get quite involved, so your strategy actually matters. Crafting and harvesting is    I didn't play in beta so I'm basing my evalutation on just the 3 past days of playing the early-access. Amazing!! Having played MMORPGS from EQ to CoH to WoW, this one is the best yet!

    It's got a few early-release bugs but the scope and depth of the gameworld is mind-boggling. Combat can get quite involved, so your strategy actually matters. Crafting and harvesting is actually fun, instead of a chore. I haven't checked out the diplomacy yet because there's just SO much to do... Great stuff, at least so far!    … Expand
  5. DfsadfAsfd
    Feb 8, 2007
    10
    WoW players STAY OUT. Except those wishing to step-up their experience a little. This one is for the true MMO lovers who understand what a great mmorpg is. It retreives many great features of other MMO's and puts them all into a unique masterpiece. The soundtrack is mindblowingly perfect. Graphics (on a nice system) are revolutionary, questing is fun and involving, Dungeons are WoW players STAY OUT. Except those wishing to step-up their experience a little. This one is for the true MMO lovers who understand what a great mmorpg is. It retreives many great features of other MMO's and puts them all into a unique masterpiece. The soundtrack is mindblowingly perfect. Graphics (on a nice system) are revolutionary, questing is fun and involving, Dungeons are gorgous and seemingly endless. Long live the corpse run. This game isn't for ameteurs! Perfect 10.… Expand
  6. AnonymousMC
    Mar 1, 2007
    10
    So, the game has been out for about a month. Patches have fixed alot of bugs... but there are still quite a few. It is twice as playable then it was at launch, and will be twice as playable again a month from now.

    This game does require time... but you need it to experience the enormous amount of content. If you expect a Mmo to offer more then 100hrs of gameplay... look no farther.    So, the game has been out for about a month. Patches have fixed alot of bugs... but there are still quite a few. It is twice as playable then it was at launch, and will be twice as playable again a month from now.

    This game does require time... but you need it to experience the enormous amount of content. If you expect a Mmo to offer more then 100hrs of gameplay... look no farther.
    If you have any character in Wow above level 40... this game will blow your mind.

    At level 20, I have already visited over 6 dungeons and explored 25sqkm of the world... This is the Mmo for anyone who just isn't satisfied [or is no longer satisfied] by simple gameplay.    … Expand
  7. ChrisT.
    Jun 9, 2007
    9
    Finally a game with inspiring graphics, full-filling crafting, innovative game-play, challenging monsters, unique classes and races, huge world, flying mounts, housing, ships, lore, an economy, etc, etc. This game has everything a true MMO gamer needs for their fix. Look beyond all the skepticism and dig deep into a real MMO.
  8. BridgetFreemont
    Jun 30, 2008
    10
    I am a long time MMO player and comparing against the current MMO's out there.. well there really is no comparison. Vanguard has been out well over a year now and as a near daily player.. I still have not explored or seen all its content. It is that big. The sheer massiveness of territory to cover, quests to do, projects to complete (housing) would keep any type gamer busy for aI am a long time MMO player and comparing against the current MMO's out there.. well there really is no comparison. Vanguard has been out well over a year now and as a near daily player.. I still have not explored or seen all its content. It is that big. The sheer massiveness of territory to cover, quests to do, projects to complete (housing) would keep any type gamer busy for a very long time. The real value in this game is the zone free emmersive world as well as spectacular views.… Expand
  9. NickS
    Jan 30, 2009
    9
    This is a very rich MMO and getting better by the day with strong free content updates. One of the greatest strengths is rewarding class designs, with healers in Vanguard better than any MMO on the market. A beautiful, seemless world without instances, this game has the best graphics of any MMO. Most gaming rigs can run this on balanced to high settings to get the most out of the This is a very rich MMO and getting better by the day with strong free content updates. One of the greatest strengths is rewarding class designs, with healers in Vanguard better than any MMO on the market. A beautiful, seemless world without instances, this game has the best graphics of any MMO. Most gaming rigs can run this on balanced to high settings to get the most out of the exceptional graphics. The premiere raiding dungeon of APW is challenging with definite difficulty tiers making raiding very worthwhile.… Expand
  10. TJB.
    Aug 19, 2006
    10
    In beta with all the Beta bugs and it's still the Best MMO I've ever Played and I've played just about all of them except extreme foreign ones.
  11. PeterS.
    Dec 10, 2007
    9
    This game is an object lesson in wasted potential. It could have been The MMO, but was released unfinished. IMO, even after a ton of fixes, it still is lacking, and there are too few players due to its early failure. Still, it is fun, and a real old-school MMO bristling with good ideas and interesting design decisions. Worth giving a seccond shot if you still haven't sold your copy on E-bay.
  12. Jerome
    Feb 10, 2007
    10
    This is the best MMORPG I have ever played. It is a shame it was released with some bugs, but with the latest patches that is done. Vanguard is immersive, giant, and beautiful. Vanguard takes a "virtual world" approach that I think games like EQ2 and WoW lack. Interaction is the key in this game. Everything in it requires action on the player's part. This makes things like fishing, This is the best MMORPG I have ever played. It is a shame it was released with some bugs, but with the latest patches that is done. Vanguard is immersive, giant, and beautiful. Vanguard takes a "virtual world" approach that I think games like EQ2 and WoW lack. Interaction is the key in this game. Everything in it requires action on the player's part. This makes things like fishing, crafting and even chatting with NPCs fun unlike the current most popular game.… Expand
  13. Pakesso
    Feb 13, 2007
    9
    Well, as a player who played FFXI for a year, i have to say that this game is incredible. I spent 600$ on a new video card and ram just to play it! And yet, it was worth it. My friend and I bought the game and have been playing together up to lvl 12 as Rogues. Every corner I turn in this game amazes me. The bugs are forgiveable. The worst thing we're dealing with right now is PvP Well, as a player who played FFXI for a year, i have to say that this game is incredible. I spent 600$ on a new video card and ram just to play it! And yet, it was worth it. My friend and I bought the game and have been playing together up to lvl 12 as Rogues. Every corner I turn in this game amazes me. The bugs are forgiveable. The worst thing we're dealing with right now is PvP deaths. We're on the PvP FFA server, and it's fun, but getting killed for no reason takes the breath out of certain goals like questing and such, but i will admit that it adds a whole new level of gameplay. The fact that you can ride your horse at lvl 10 is awesome. I look forward to a Griffin to fly around in, or a ship to sail the open seas. I've never played a game that felt so incredible wide open. The fighting system works for me. Not just turn based but a little more interactive. The mobs are awesome and plentiful. I love thefact that you can get XP on a quest and more for finishing a quest. Sharing quests is great too. Anyway, the only reason i haven't given this game a 10 is that I have yet to see enough of the game to have any idea of it's scale. I do agree with some of the people here that you really need a good PC to run this game. It looks decent on the PC i have, but i'm spending the money to see this game the way it's supposed to be played. Talk about being sucked in. Anyway, if you get on the Tharidon (I believe) server, look for Pakesso. I may be a rogue, but I'm no murderer.… Expand
  14. NathanG.
    Feb 4, 2007
    10
    Very impressive game, definitely worth a look if you enjoy MMO's at all. Sure, there are a lot of things missing, but even in it's current state it is much more exciting than any other MMO out right now and I don't see any MMO coming out any time that attempts to address as many issues as this game already does. Impressive visuals all the way down to depth and variety. If Very impressive game, definitely worth a look if you enjoy MMO's at all. Sure, there are a lot of things missing, but even in it's current state it is much more exciting than any other MMO out right now and I don't see any MMO coming out any time that attempts to address as many issues as this game already does. Impressive visuals all the way down to depth and variety. If you are not already playing, you are missing out.… Expand
  15. Gary
    Feb 4, 2007
    9
    Great game but still needs a little work. Apparently SOE rushed Sigil to release and a few bugs still need to be ironed out but it's a fantastic game. I've played a variety of MMORPGs since EQ1 and feels it does bring on the genre slightly but it's not ground breaking. However when matched with a decent system (Core 2 Duo and Geforce 7900 +, 2GB RAm) it soars. The music is Great game but still needs a little work. Apparently SOE rushed Sigil to release and a few bugs still need to be ironed out but it's a fantastic game. I've played a variety of MMORPGs since EQ1 and feels it does bring on the genre slightly but it's not ground breaking. However when matched with a decent system (Core 2 Duo and Geforce 7900 +, 2GB RAm) it soars. The music is the best ive ever heard in an RPG. Three different spheres to explore: Adventuring, Crafting and Diplomacy. It feels like a truly epic game. If you like you MMORPGs with a bit of a challenge then you'll enjoy this.… Expand
  16. MackG.
    Mar 12, 2007
    8
    The game runs fine on my year old computer 3800 dual core... The death penalty is only steep to amateur mmo players. Every mmo has these glitches early in their development, they are unfinished products at release. All that being said the game is challenging and takes a heavy investment, which is why it is great for serious mmo players. You will not get max level in a couple of weeks like The game runs fine on my year old computer 3800 dual core... The death penalty is only steep to amateur mmo players. Every mmo has these glitches early in their development, they are unfinished products at release. All that being said the game is challenging and takes a heavy investment, which is why it is great for serious mmo players. You will not get max level in a couple of weeks like WoW or EQ2 and intelligent players will realize this is for the best.… Expand
  17. MichaelR.
    Mar 15, 2007
    8
    I am very impressed. The game runs extremely well on my high-range pc, and the graphics are incredible. I am more interested in gameplay, however. This game does not disappoint in that department. It is very involving, and alot of fun. The community is great, as well, and there seems to be a fair amount of players everywhere. I especially like the MASSIVE continents.
  18. SteveA.
    Jun 20, 2007
    9
    A mature and sophisticated game - highly recommended. Disregard the "I played this game in beta" posts and their scores. Beta ended long ago and, as of June 2007, the game is settling in to be a real winner. The adventure side is good, the crafting is good, and the diplomacy is a great new area of MMOs. Sony's commitment has already brought some stability and quality to the A mature and sophisticated game - highly recommended. Disregard the "I played this game in beta" posts and their scores. Beta ended long ago and, as of June 2007, the game is settling in to be a real winner. The adventure side is good, the crafting is good, and the diplomacy is a great new area of MMOs. Sony's commitment has already brought some stability and quality to the development team and that's showing with every update. Try it, stick with it, you won't be dissappointed.… Expand
  19. SteveB
    Jan 19, 2009
    8
    Those who are going on about the "Horrible" graphics. I think you may be smoking some heavy stuff. The graphics arent that bad. To rate this game a 0 just because of your issues regarding graphics is a joke. Overall the graphics are average the game itself in quite in depth, i found the crafting most satisfying compared to the many shite crafting systems out there in MMO's. The game Those who are going on about the "Horrible" graphics. I think you may be smoking some heavy stuff. The graphics arent that bad. To rate this game a 0 just because of your issues regarding graphics is a joke. Overall the graphics are average the game itself in quite in depth, i found the crafting most satisfying compared to the many shite crafting systems out there in MMO's. The game originally started with a bucket load of problems which lead to allot of people leaving. I have returned to Vanguard after 2 years since then ive played WOW, AOC, WAR. But i after playing these other games extensively ive decided IMO that Vanguard beats them hands down. (Apart from WAR's PvP ive yet to find something to beat that). The reason i give an 8 instead of a 10 is due to the many problems Vangard had to start with and still need to fix, which leads me to my next negative. Which is there isnt to many players on at the moment, good thing is populations seem to be on the rise.… Expand
  20. BigT.
    Sep 6, 2009
    10
    I've played and Beta tested a lot of games over the past 13 years starting with the graphical MUDs up through Ultima Online and beyond. No other game has captivated my interest like Vanguard Saga of Heros. It's been over two years of game play in Vanguard and I've yet to see and do everything the game has to offer. Most of the major bugs, glitches, etc are gone. Majority of I've played and Beta tested a lot of games over the past 13 years starting with the graphical MUDs up through Ultima Online and beyond. No other game has captivated my interest like Vanguard Saga of Heros. It's been over two years of game play in Vanguard and I've yet to see and do everything the game has to offer. Most of the major bugs, glitches, etc are gone. Majority of lag issues can be solved by user side adjustments to game settings, in game weather settings, far plane clipping, etc. If you are looking for a game that can still captivate you after 2 years of playing, Vanguard is the game you want to play.… Expand
  21. Alex
    Jan 24, 2010
    9
    I tried this game at launch, it was real crap. then 2 years later the trial Isle of Dawn came out...WOW! A totaly new game beside the graphic and the ultimate goal of the game i mean adventuring, diplomacy and crafting evrything was change. I enjoy alot this game remember me the original EverQuest with an actual taste!
  22. BSM
    Jan 25, 2007
    10
    I've been beta testing Vanguard since Beta 3, let me tell you. This game has come a long long way! Sigil goes down in history as the most dedicated team ever for a MMO. the amount of patches, daily, this game is going to succeed. This game may not be your definition as a next gen mmo, but it definitally is a 3rd gen mmo. The gameplay is rounding out. The ability to have a house, or I've been beta testing Vanguard since Beta 3, let me tell you. This game has come a long long way! Sigil goes down in history as the most dedicated team ever for a MMO. the amount of patches, daily, this game is going to succeed. This game may not be your definition as a next gen mmo, but it definitally is a 3rd gen mmo. The gameplay is rounding out. The ability to have a house, or build a ship, or even fly on a mount, give you a sense of freedom. This is a game to just log into and live in the world. Don't feel like doing quests? Then just watch the sunset or travel the sea looking for treasure. If you don't like how VG ended with beta, give it a few month before they stomp all the bugs, this game will be polished. I highly recommend that you check this game out. As a ex-UOer I enjoy vanguard.… Expand
  23. EstherT.
    Jan 29, 2007
    10
    This game is huge and has so much depth. The best MMO in years.
  24. MichaelM.
    Jan 31, 2007
    9
    While some facets (game engine, several gameplay systems, customization options, tails) are unfinished upon release, the game does stand on its own as a innovator and return to immersive world RPGs.
  25. AndrewD.
    Feb 12, 2007
    8
    While the release was a tad rocky, Sigil has shown dedication by pushing out a patch with bugfixes and class balances nearly every night. The game is a hardcore MMO, and should not be played by the casual player. The world is beautiful and expansive, allowing you to explore for hours without repeating any content.
  26. JasonS.
    Feb 28, 2007
    8
    While it was pushed out the door a bit too soon, there are some innovative play concepts and ideas. The game world is stunning. There are regular patches to help get things up to speed. Server stability that far surpasses anything I've seen in a game launch. This game is not as easy as WoW (something that eventually bored me with WoW. At the same time I think it's easier and While it was pushed out the door a bit too soon, there are some innovative play concepts and ideas. The game world is stunning. There are regular patches to help get things up to speed. Server stability that far surpasses anything I've seen in a game launch. This game is not as easy as WoW (something that eventually bored me with WoW. At the same time I think it's easier and more interesting to progress in than original EQ. The best MMO I've played (of EQ, EQ2, CoH, DAoC and WoW). There is a lot of room for improvement, which they seem committed to making. If it's not for you now, do yourself a favor and see where things are in 3-6 months.… Expand
  27. JJA.
    Feb 6, 2007
    9
    Definitely a game for people who don't want everything spoon fed to them, and who have been awaiting a challenge in the MMO area. The graphics are much different than the cartoonish WoW and the ability to actually create a character that doesn't look like everyone else is welcome. Some people will be unwilling to spend the time it takes to actually accomplish goals in this game Definitely a game for people who don't want everything spoon fed to them, and who have been awaiting a challenge in the MMO area. The graphics are much different than the cartoonish WoW and the ability to actually create a character that doesn't look like everyone else is welcome. Some people will be unwilling to spend the time it takes to actually accomplish goals in this game and that's okay; there are other games on the market for them. But for the people looking for the expansive, in-depth MMO where you don't have to turn off the general channels for the immature fighting, then this may be the game for you.… Expand
  28. EircB.
    Mar 14, 2007
    10
    This is a fun game, it takes crafting to a whole new level. I like the combat and the graphics are a whopper for an MMO. The monsters are pretty creative and gameplay is overall smooth. The only thing bad is the random lag spikes.
  29. LorenS.
    Apr 4, 2007
    9
    Vanguard has more depth than WoW. The quests are engrossing and offer good rewards. Item drops are timed appropriately and useful. 3 continents to explore with lots of content. Diplomacy provides the power to affect all users in the game that come into specific towns. Money is earned with moderate effort and gold farmers accounts are canceled by an effective reporting system. Give Vanguard has more depth than WoW. The quests are engrossing and offer good rewards. Item drops are timed appropriately and useful. 3 continents to explore with lots of content. Diplomacy provides the power to affect all users in the game that come into specific towns. Money is earned with moderate effort and gold farmers accounts are canceled by an effective reporting system. Give Vanguard six more months and it will be well polished and accessible to lower end machines. Vanguard even one-ups Everquest and wow in my book!… Expand
  30. AnthonyB.
    Mar 5, 2008
    9
    Come on some of you guys the games not that bad i have 3 g's of RAM in my computer and i run on high speed cable and my game is smooth i honestly can ever remember it lagging or not being able to see my character and steve h im sorry but the graphics are great you probobly just have a horrible cheap graphic card. With my 400 doller graphic card it equals that of the elder scrolls 4 Come on some of you guys the games not that bad i have 3 g's of RAM in my computer and i run on high speed cable and my game is smooth i honestly can ever remember it lagging or not being able to see my character and steve h im sorry but the graphics are great you probobly just have a horrible cheap graphic card. With my 400 doller graphic card it equals that of the elder scrolls 4 oblivion if not slightly better I wiil add though I doubt this game will be my favorite for long with Age of Conan coming soon thats gonna be the best mmo to date!… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 32
  3. Negative: 2 out of 32
  1. Yahoo!
    70
    While free of crash bugs, problems in interface, gameplay, and content abound. But if you're an old-school player, or a WoW player who's ready to delve deeper into a more complex MMORPG, then Vanguard was made for you.
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  2. GameDaily
    70
    People willing to put in the effort will certainly be rewarded, since each level in every mode feels like a major accomplishment. Vanguard, with vast opportunities and size, requires time to grow on players. Patient gamers who enjoy tons of options will find many riches and glory here.
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  3. GamesRadar+
    80
    The world that it all takes place in is amazing on terms of size and beauty. However, this is a hardcore MMO designed first and foremost for devoted players with lots of time to invest - just to get to level 10 will take you a few days, whereas you can hit that level in "WoW" in a long afternoon.
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