Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 386 Ratings

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  1. AuntFlow
    Dec 26, 2008
    9
    The character graphics are some of the finest in any MMO I've ever played. The worlds are, as many have noted, ugly. Dark. Dreary. But that's the idea. It imbues the game with the true feeling of unrest and war that is portrayed in the Warhammer universe. The race's design and personality are very vibrant, with the typical Dwarvish hardiness being portrayed in the fullest, The character graphics are some of the finest in any MMO I've ever played. The worlds are, as many have noted, ugly. Dark. Dreary. But that's the idea. It imbues the game with the true feeling of unrest and war that is portrayed in the Warhammer universe. The race's design and personality are very vibrant, with the typical Dwarvish hardiness being portrayed in the fullest, the dim-witted Greenskins adding infinite amounts of humor into the game, the elves adequately portraying the immense beauty and pride of their race(s), and the humans displaying the gritty struggle against evil and corruption that rings so true even when used in a Medieval analogy. I'd also like to point out that, as I see a few of you are confused with, Warhammer is NOT copying World of Warcraft. In fact, it's much the opposite, as they are both directly and indirectly mimicking and making variations on Tolkein's legendarium. The RvR has a very, very solid design which is certain to ensure the game's success in the long run. However, as with any newly released MMO, there are problems that inhibit experiencing this aspect to the fullest. Fortunately, Mythic is an immensely attentive and fast-acting company. Hotfixes fly by quickly, and the first patch made a huge step toward solving the population and oRvR imbalances, with Keep sieges constantly occurring. The classes are very, very well designed and diverse, with each staying true to it's archetype, but never straying too far from it. The Tanks are tactical forces of nature on the battlefield, and the healers, if adeptly used, equally powerful, as is not the case with many (in fact, most) MMOs. However, there are many things that need fixing, of course. Lack of item diversity is a problem. Heck, Order's mounts are two horses and a hovering gyro copter (which ALMOST makes up for the lack of mount diversity). The crafting system is very unique, but there are many (initially) overlooked problems. I have very high hopes for this game, with fixes and new content being released regularly. The game grows on me more and more as it grows better and better.… Expand
  2. JohnF.
    Mar 16, 2009
    8
    My review of Warhammer Online is based on experiences from 2 open RvR servers, Dark Crag and Pragg. On Dark Crag, I played a White Lion, a High Elf character that I leveled to rank 28. This character has a pet that accompanies the White Lion throughout his or her travels and is called a War Lion. The War Lion grows as you level up your White Lion and by rank 28, it is quite large and My review of Warhammer Online is based on experiences from 2 open RvR servers, Dark Crag and Pragg. On Dark Crag, I played a White Lion, a High Elf character that I leveled to rank 28. This character has a pet that accompanies the White Lion throughout his or her travels and is called a War Lion. The War Lion grows as you level up your White Lion and by rank 28, it is quite large and fearsome. However, by rank 40 your War Lion will be a formidable beast and will be equivalent in size to a 550 pound male, African Lion standing next to a person. Of course, a War Lion is your pet and it will never harm you. You can even name your pet with a name of your choosing. Otherwise, the default name will be displayed, … Expand
  3. AndrewLittle
    Aug 29, 2009
    10
    loved it, based around pvp and leveling, this game didnt just throw the same crap Wow does with crappy AI npcs attacking you, but gets you fighting you player enemies to level up... Fast paced and the level cap rounds the game off to around a 10 to me !
  4. KyleG.
    Sep 22, 2008
    9
    Great game, but it lacks a certain polish to make it the best. The launch issues and server population balancing will be challenges that the game will have to overcome in order to become a long term success.
  5. JWong
    Oct 1, 2008
    10
    Great game, having tons of fun in PvP. A much needed breath of fresh air in a genre that has too much PvE centric MMOs. World PvP is alive again in WAR. Some of the best scenary I've seen in a game especially the lush landscapes of the elves combine with the awe-inspiring keeps.
  6. Paul
    Sep 21, 2008
    10
    Adults rejoice! FINALLY! an MMO suitable for people with lives and limited timespan to play games. They've removed the time wastage that fills most other MMORPG's. Interface is excellent, Quest system is excellent, PVP is excellent.
  7. Jaynau
    Nov 13, 2010
    8
    Very good pvp, great and fun classes, good community, warhammer athmosphere. I have played casual since launch ( about two year ) . I think war have best and most balanced pvp, lotro have best pve and most intresting quests and character modification, wow is mix all off these but have most fun dungeons and boss fights.
  8. BenB.
    Sep 20, 2008
    10
    If you want a pvp game, this is it. Period. If you are a raiding/instance wow player, go back to wow.
  9. JoeB.
    Sep 30, 2008
    9
    I love this game. The magus was a huge disappointment though. 9/10
  10. MalF
    Oct 2, 2008
    10
    PvE is good, especially the PQs, but RvR is immensely addictive. Yes, the graphics aren't amazing, but amazing graphics would affect gameplay during large RvR skirmishes. Besides at least they're much less cartoony than WOW!
  11. Dre
    Oct 6, 2008
    10
    I just purchased this game along with a 2 month game card. I made the switch from WoW because I was bored with grinding for hours to get honor and the high level raiding wasn't that great. WAR is a nice change and though I'm still in the low levels of the game, I'm having a blast. Highly recommended! WoW killer? I don't know, Nice change? Definitely.
  12. NickG.
    Sep 18, 2008
    8
    Early days yet. But the servers seem stable, the graphics are good and it's fun to play. Whether this carries on til the high levels and the PvP is as good as the PvE will be the telling point. A smooth launch, and I hope to see more.
  13. StuartB.
    Sep 18, 2008
    9
    Great game so far! Graphics are decent, RvR is really fun and the character customization from the abilities and tactics to train in to the dying of the armor and adding trophies. The ability to keep yourself an individual among so many is really robust. They take a lot of the aspects of other games, DAoC, WoW, LOTRO, and merge them into a great combination. This game will be successful Great game so far! Graphics are decent, RvR is really fun and the character customization from the abilities and tactics to train in to the dying of the armor and adding trophies. The ability to keep yourself an individual among so many is really robust. They take a lot of the aspects of other games, DAoC, WoW, LOTRO, and merge them into a great combination. This game will be successful at start, and I see it being even more successful once Mythic throws some patches and upgrades.… Expand
  14. PearceS.
    Sep 19, 2008
    9
    Wonderful game that takes the WoW formula (that is, take the best of the previous and do it better) , but leans heavily on Mythic's previous MMO. To date, this is the only MMO that actually does seem to provide the boatloads of time sinks (most of them fun and rewarding) that hardcore players want but the pick-up/put-down play-style that the casuals so love about WoW.
  15. JayF.
    Sep 26, 2008
    8
    I like the game. PROS: Public quests are great, the pvp is really good. Interesting classes. Pretty damm balanced too for having 20 classes. CONS They sorta throw you to the wolfs in the beginning of the game with little intro. Need more of a tutorial. I know ZERO about the warhammer world, found it to be lame myself so a little more info about what the heck is going on would help. They I like the game. PROS: Public quests are great, the pvp is really good. Interesting classes. Pretty damm balanced too for having 20 classes. CONS They sorta throw you to the wolfs in the beginning of the game with little intro. Need more of a tutorial. I know ZERO about the warhammer world, found it to be lame myself so a little more info about what the heck is going on would help. They do need more customization in the talent tree thing they have going on but I suppose thats why the classes are so well balanced. Also, the warhammer world is stupid and lame imo. That being said and this is coming from someone who thinks war is lame, (really lame, did I mention that?) this is a great game. I wanted to hate it but I ended up loving it. Conan is crap. I wanted to LOVE that game but funcom made a game that is sorta fun for 20 levels then CRAP. I love the conan world and i think the war world is for freaking nerd losers but I love warhammer online. So honestly what better review could you get for this game? Screw you funcom, die die die!… Expand
  16. DanW.
    Sep 20, 2008
    10
    I've now been playing this game since the CE head start began and I am thoroughly impressed with the game. It shares some ideas from the culmination of the MMORPG genre over the years, but also brings so much more to the table that I've never experienced before. Especially in coming from a World of Warcraft background and spending time with that game since it's initial I've now been playing this game since the CE head start began and I am thoroughly impressed with the game. It shares some ideas from the culmination of the MMORPG genre over the years, but also brings so much more to the table that I've never experienced before. Especially in coming from a World of Warcraft background and spending time with that game since it's initial launch, I've now canceled my subscription to WoW in favor of spending time with this game. The RvR and PvP in WAR is too much fun and highly addictive. It really feels like you contribute to the state of being for the world you're playing in. WoW you were just there, you never really could change the world or it's state. This game takes it to a whole other level of participation and feeling of actual achievement. Speaking of achievements...WAR is a competitor's dream come true with the amount of achievements you can collect while playing and not just text saying congrats you did this or that, but they bring on tangible rewards like armor you can wear or titles your name can bare. It is so much fun. I think with the promises of free content being added in the future and the quality of what is already here, this game will last a long time and bring a lot of fun to those that play it. I've recommended it to several friends and all of them are having a blast. Join the WAR and pick a side and have yourself some of the best fun you'll ever have in an MMORPG.… Expand
  17. AnthonyJ.
    Aug 24, 2007
    9
    Seems like a great game, love the idea of RVR from DAoC and it looks like it'll keep me entertained for quite awhile.
  18. NeoS.
    Oct 1, 2008
    9
    My only problem with Warhammer is that I would have liked to have seen more crafting options. Otherwise, I previously did not play PvP MMO gameplay, but this is the first MMO that actually has me excited and enjoying PvP.
  19. AnonymousMC
    Oct 13, 2008
    10
    WAR is a brilliant MMO that surpassed every expectation I had. Finally MMOs are being released that can outshine the genre dominating WOW. For PVP (RVR) WAR is better than WOW in every possible aspect. PVE though is lacking, but LOTRO more than outshines any MMO I've played in PVE and RP. My main complaints are that on the WAR RP realms I've stll yet to see any RP, and theWAR is a brilliant MMO that surpassed every expectation I had. Finally MMOs are being released that can outshine the genre dominating WOW. For PVP (RVR) WAR is better than WOW in every possible aspect. PVE though is lacking, but LOTRO more than outshines any MMO I've played in PVE and RP. My main complaints are that on the WAR RP realms I've stll yet to see any RP, and the community is becoming more and more like WOW, The community in LOTRO is still way better than the communities of WOW and WAR. Overall, when comparing WAR to the other two leading MMOs I'd put it like this: For PVE/PVP balance, item base play, and the largest community by far, and where you can act (or for some be) a racist bafoon, go with WOW. For the most immersion, Rp, best PVE play, best story, and the most intelligent and mature online gaming community I know of, go to LOTRO. For the most competitive, most fun, most successful and most integrative PVP, not to mention the most creative classes I've ever seen, go to WAR. But the community will inevitably become like Wow's, since so many are coming from their and the more popular and mainstream the game gets, the more it attracts idiots. 2 years ago Wow was the best online game. Now, in my order, it's like this: 1. WAR 2.LOTRO 3. WOW… Expand
  20. JeroldB.
    Oct 14, 2008
    10
    Undoubtedly one of the best MMO's to come out in a long while. PvP is a blast, the graphics are gorgeous, and the mechanics are exciting and engaging. Aside from a couple bugs left over from beta, the game is quite polished and is a joy to play. A highly engaging and entertaining MMO for those looking for a nice serving of mainly PvP.
  21. DanW
    Oct 1, 2008
    9
    I can say little against this great game. Great polish, great scope and unrivalled immersion. It sweeps you along at a rate of knots, yet has so many achievements, secret unlocks and that typical Games Workshop black humour that you genuinely regret leaving a zone for the next one. My only current gripe is the game's predilection to scenarios as the most efficient way to level up I can say little against this great game. Great polish, great scope and unrivalled immersion. It sweeps you along at a rate of knots, yet has so many achievements, secret unlocks and that typical Games Workshop black humour that you genuinely regret leaving a zone for the next one. My only current gripe is the game's predilection to scenarios as the most efficient way to level up your PvE and RvR ranks. I want more carrots to take my fight to the open world - whether that be PvE or RvR.… Expand
  22. JonasL.
    Dec 19, 2008
    9
    I have never been much for MMO games, except for a brief period with EVE. I still think the genre is undeveloped and needs to get better, but Mythic uses what they know works and give us lots of it in Warhammer.
  23. VeoL
    Oct 27, 2008
    8
    Good game, and it has game a long way in the past few months since closed beta, which leads me to believe that Mythic are going to put all they have into delievering. However as everyone has said before there are a number of animation issues, as well as general 'clipping' of armour, that are somewhat distracting. For instance, while playing as a freshly made Dark Elf I switched Good game, and it has game a long way in the past few months since closed beta, which leads me to believe that Mythic are going to put all they have into delievering. However as everyone has said before there are a number of animation issues, as well as general 'clipping' of armour, that are somewhat distracting. For instance, while playing as a freshly made Dark Elf I switched my weapons into opposite hands which caused my body to literally collapse in the center, so I looked like an odd hour glass. The characters have much more charm than WoW's however and the game has a very rich, indepth storyline that doesn't have things tacted on as an excuse to balance the game. (Draenei/Blood Elves) The characters are also somewhat original when compared to WoW and it's bastardized 'fantasty' atmosphere. The complaint about the art style being a copy of WoW is also a bit ignorant, as Warhammer has always had a mature yet jokey feel to it. I also agree that after around lv15 the game does generally start to slow down, badly. You can get to lv9 in a few hours, but after that it's as if you hit a brick wall and it takes hours just to get a level. I've personally given up on a lv16 White Lion because it is simply not interesting enough for me to put so much time into leveling in. I think with a few months polish this game, like WoW before it, will hit a very respectable stage that'll start reattracting fans. A lot of people forget that WoW is an extremely polished 4 year old MMO, that has been plagued with all sorts of game destroying bugs in its time. But to round it up, this game has a lot of potential, let's just hope Mythic gets the chance to fix everything up before it sinks to the depths with every other failed MMO.… Expand
  24. ChrisM.
    Oct 3, 2008
    9
    Everything you could want in a PvP based game. Richer and more depth than anything on the market.
  25. GeoffJ
    Oct 4, 2008
    10
    After getting past the graphics, and doing some fine tuning with my system software-graphic-override-settings, the game has a lot of charm and innovative features. Very rewarding PVE and PVP content, and the fact that what you do acutally "counts" towards something, is much better than games where your objective is "getting better stuff". Great tie-ins with public, scenario, standard PvE, After getting past the graphics, and doing some fine tuning with my system software-graphic-override-settings, the game has a lot of charm and innovative features. Very rewarding PVE and PVP content, and the fact that what you do acutally "counts" towards something, is much better than games where your objective is "getting better stuff". Great tie-ins with public, scenario, standard PvE, and PvP quests. Lots of things from other games & MMOs that you wish they did, but nothing overly complex that leaves you without a grip on what to do. Get in on the ground floor while the getting is good, this one looks like its staying around for a long time. -2 for a few minor annoying bugs, though they are under par compared to other game & MMO launches -2 for graphics & sound +1 for easy work around for graphics without conflicts, and easy system load on older computers +4 innovative quest design scheme, backstories from obvious professional writers, and "im a bold-black quest text, read me and do it" - love that sometimes :) +2 adding things you'd wish other games in the genre did +3 easy learning curve +2 easy grouping throughout the whole game +2 for original and robust content (WoW is not the originator of this content, starting with Warcraft 1, if anyone remembers and played that game, real-life-litigation and timeframe prove Blizzards red-hands there)… Expand
  26. MichaelH.
    Oct 4, 2008
    10
    This is the first game I can honestly say deserves a 10. The game play is intense, tactical, and requires thinking/teamwork. PvP that has a point. Considering I was, up until I played this game, an avid PvE only player I can say the PvP (or RvR as it is touted in game) is spectacular and easy to pick up... if not difficult to master.
  27. StewartL.
    Oct 7, 2008
    10
    An incredible game. Some bugs yes, but nothing groundbreaking. The smoothest mmo launch ever. Funcom - make a note please of how things should be done when you'll be releasing your third not-so-successful mmo :) PvP is so addictive you wont believe it. Graphics are ok - better then wow anyway. Enough eye candy to enjoy yourselves for the first 30 minutes - after that you don't An incredible game. Some bugs yes, but nothing groundbreaking. The smoothest mmo launch ever. Funcom - make a note please of how things should be done when you'll be releasing your third not-so-successful mmo :) PvP is so addictive you wont believe it. Graphics are ok - better then wow anyway. Enough eye candy to enjoy yourselves for the first 30 minutes - after that you don't notice the graphics - just the addictive immense gameplay. PvE is there to just get you level up and gear up for pvp. Theres no getting away from pvp in this game - and thats what makes it fun.… Expand
  28. MikeK.
    Aug 30, 2008
    10
    From my beta experience, all I can say is that this game is the most fun I've ever had in an MMO. It never feels like grinding at all, and appears to be able to support casual gamers, which is just bizzarre in an MMO.
  29. RyanT.
    Sep 16, 2008
    9
    Amazing rvr system, public quests are great, and the tome of knowledge is the best thing to happen to MMO's in quite some time. Great game!
  30. DanielC.
    Sep 16, 2008
    9
    I've been playing since Closed Beta. Basically if you like PVP then this is THE game to play now, no lag, great combat engine and very little bugs.
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86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 54 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 54
  3. Negative: 0 out of 54
  1. Eurogamer
    80
    Mythic has dutifully done everything it needs to to compete with Blizzard's jack of all trades and master of most. Crafting is weak, and dungeons - the small, instanced experiences that really cement the group dynamics in an MMO - are frustratingly rare, but aside from that WAR does it all, and does it well.
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  2. Gameplanet
    80
    Touted as being the pretender to the throne of MMO games, expectations for Warhammer Online were running high. Whilst brilliant in a lot of ways, the lack of polish and a fundamental flaw in the game dynamic does not bode well for its longevity. It is certainly worth playing, but it will leave you wondering why it was not finished before release.
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  3. PC Gamer UK
    88
    Whether your preference is for PvP or PvE, the frustrations of aimless wandering and vague directions are gone.
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