World of Warcraft

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  1. RicardoR.
    Sep 13, 2008
    10
    The best game in the history of mankind (at least, so far). And the bad reviews are just from either people that have a accumulated gameplay of 200 days (!) and are bored, or that cant stand that a game played by masses (11 million ppl world wide, according to the last count) is such a good game. If you will play just one game during your life, make sure WoW is the game.
  2. wouterS
    Nov 10, 2009
    10
    best MMORPG at the moment, with thousands of fun quests,dungeons, millions of items and so on,
  3. GabrielU
    Nov 15, 2009
    10
    This game was a total masterpiece of fun, lore and story. It was only MMO, which lore really spoke to me, I had really enjoyable time with this game. WAS, HAD. Yes. WotLK is not a WoW I wanted.
  4. RyanO
    Nov 4, 2009
    10
    All of the people who gave this a 0 should have their comments and votes deleted from the system. People who actually played the game should vote. This is the most popular online game in the world right now. Whether you like it or not. It's a great social environment, and if you let it take over your life that's YOUR fault. Not the game's fault. If you're not mature All of the people who gave this a 0 should have their comments and votes deleted from the system. People who actually played the game should vote. This is the most popular online game in the world right now. Whether you like it or not. It's a great social environment, and if you let it take over your life that's YOUR fault. Not the game's fault. If you're not mature enough to handle a video game, then don't play them. Easy as that.… Expand
  5. ebrahema
    Dec 29, 2009
    10
    Finest and the best of the game a person can spend his time with hedonic and excitement does not end
  6. JohnB
    Oct 29, 2009
    10
    Wow with it's additions "Burning Crusade" an "Wrath Of The Lich King" is simply one of the best games ever made and without a doubt the best MMORPG of all time. World in which you travel is absolutely huge- you can spend hours when travelling foot from point a to b. Enviroments have a great deal of variety, so you won't get bored when travelling, and the cartoonish art desing Wow with it's additions "Burning Crusade" an "Wrath Of The Lich King" is simply one of the best games ever made and without a doubt the best MMORPG of all time. World in which you travel is absolutely huge- you can spend hours when travelling foot from point a to b. Enviroments have a great deal of variety, so you won't get bored when travelling, and the cartoonish art desing just beats out the competition. The lore of the game is in league in it's own too, it fills actual books, and the backround story and events are genuinely interesting. Music is epic. The gameplay is quite repetitive, that i must confess, but it's more hooking than anything i've ever played. You WILL get hooked to this game, and propably waste couple of your years because of it. This is not the best game ever made, but it's damn near close. Don't buy it. Don't waste your precious life.… Expand
  7. ColI.
    Nov 20, 2004
    10
    When playing beta, one can see that this game is a real winner...its legendary.
  8. AnonymousMC
    Dec 4, 2004
    10
    hey everybody! I actually havnt played WoW yet and the reason i gave it a ten is because blizzard just doesnt dissapoint anybody with there games.I am going to get the game real soon and want to since the other 3 Warcrafts were so great,especially reign of chaos and frozen throne.Alot of these reviews on this site for WoW are good and little are bad so iam pretty sure that i wont regrethey everybody! I actually havnt played WoW yet and the reason i gave it a ten is because blizzard just doesnt dissapoint anybody with there games.I am going to get the game real soon and want to since the other 3 Warcrafts were so great,especially reign of chaos and frozen throne.Alot of these reviews on this site for WoW are good and little are bad so iam pretty sure that i wont regret getting it.But with all the trailers,reviews,screenshots,ratings,and things ive heard about WoW just makes me more convinced that it is the best RPG/online multiplayer game out there.Well when i actually get the game ill do another review to tell you what its really like!… Expand
  9. AndrewS.
    Dec 6, 2004
    10
    In a year that has seen Far Cry, Doom 3, Half Life 2, Halo 2, Metal Gear Solid 3, and more, I'm surprised to find myself saying that this is the game of the year. It has an addictive quality that I have found in no other game. I can't remember when I was so anxious to get to my computer each night to jump into a game. The world is immense and the entire system of gameplay In a year that has seen Far Cry, Doom 3, Half Life 2, Halo 2, Metal Gear Solid 3, and more, I'm surprised to find myself saying that this is the game of the year. It has an addictive quality that I have found in no other game. I can't remember when I was so anxious to get to my computer each night to jump into a game. The world is immense and the entire system of gameplay incredibly deep. I have not yet begun to scratch the surface. It's simply mind-boggling to consider everything that Blizzard had to incorporate to make this game play like it does. Some reviewers have complained about lag, but I started playing on day one and have not experienced a single technical problem. Despite the game's complexity it is so easy to just jump in and play with little or no preparation. The interface is very intuitive and the depth reveals itself to you througout the course of play. Of course, for those who really want to delve into it, there are plenty of resources available online and off. The sound is average at best and the graphics are slightly above average when including the quality of Blizzard's artwork and considering the breadth of the environment that must be displayed all at once. This game was my introduction to MMORPGs and now I'm hooked. If you try it, I'm willing to bet you will be too.… Expand
  10. MattH.
    Dec 9, 2004
    10
    I'm a hard core Star Wars Fan, but I got suckered into playing this game by reviews...it's really fun, and really well designed. Looking forward to higher level gameplay and expansions in the future. Kudos to Blizzard.
  11. Wiktor
    Jan 13, 2005
    10
    This game is the best in history of computer RPG. Blizzard will earn lots of gold:)
  12. DiabloP.
    Nov 8, 2005
    10
    I'm a die hard console gamer. Screw keyboards, mouse, ram, system configurations and all the rest of the crap that goes along with being a computer gamer. That was my thought process up until May '05 and I played WoW. All I am going to say is ...If your a hardcore gamer...Love RPG's...then get this game and kiss your life goodbye.
  13. Reade
    Mar 17, 2005
    10
    Awesome game. The only thing I don't like is having to repair my stuff every time I die.
  14. StevenS.
    Apr 26, 2005
    10
    It doesn't get any better than this, Blizzard crafts such gernious with each game they release.
  15. CISOfficer
    Jun 25, 2005
    10
    Every head must bow, every tongue must confess. This game is the greatest!!!
  16. lemonator
    Mar 16, 2006
    10
    The best game ever.
  17. Thor.L.
    Mar 28, 2006
    10
    This game is probably one of the best I have ever played, I quit playing all of my other games, it's that addicting.
  18. DaveR.
    Mar 29, 2006
    10
    WOW is without a doubt the best game I have ever experienced. Yes, experienced. It's a game that transcends your wildest expectations while maintaining those expectations throughout. In a sense, it's the perfect world. A world that you simply want to make your own.
  19. JorgeP.
    Oct 22, 2007
    10
    Most polished and addictive MMO to have ever come out. If you don't believe it, the fact that it's the most popular game ever, at over 9million subscribers, should be a sign.
  20. JoshM.
    Dec 28, 2007
    10
    World of WarCraft has taken massively multiplayer online games to a new plateau. Sure, there are growing pains. At times you
  21. JohannesH.
    Sep 29, 2007
    10
    I remember how extreamly eager i was to be able to play this game when it was about to be released. I played the game from may 2005 and for about two years it was the only game i played. It was almost the only game I had installed on my computer for 2 years! Now I'm broken, I compare all new games to what WoW felt when I enjoyed it the most. Nothing will ever make me feel that way I remember how extreamly eager i was to be able to play this game when it was about to be released. I played the game from may 2005 and for about two years it was the only game i played. It was almost the only game I had installed on my computer for 2 years! Now I'm broken, I compare all new games to what WoW felt when I enjoyed it the most. Nothing will ever make me feel that way about a game anymore.… Expand
  22. AlexanderS.
    Apr 16, 2008
    10
    Best game I ever played. Better than all other (free) MMORPG's. It has good graphics and good quest.
  23. ChrisN
    Nov 6, 2009
    10
    Obviously the people who are rating this game o don't know what an MMORPG is, this game is the biggest and most expansive an MMORPG will get. Overall this game is definitely a 10. It's not going to ruin your life, it will only do that if you believe it will, and to the flamers of this game who just don't like it for petty reasons they don't even mean, this is the Obviously the people who are rating this game o don't know what an MMORPG is, this game is the biggest and most expansive an MMORPG will get. Overall this game is definitely a 10. It's not going to ruin your life, it will only do that if you believe it will, and to the flamers of this game who just don't like it for petty reasons they don't even mean, this is the biggest and best MMORPG out there, really nothing can top this.… Expand
  24. WilliamW
    Dec 14, 2009
    10
    I've played it from the first month of release. It's not the same game anymore, it's better. Blizzard keeps improving this game. The dungeon finder they added in 3.3 has revolutionized the game, in my opinion. WoW is awesome. Read the quests, suspend disbelief, enjoy the stories that are told, and play with friends, and WoW will treat you just fine.
  25. TobySchoonover
    Nov 19, 2004
    10
    Best MMORPG on the market.
  26. BenG.
    Dec 31, 2005
    10
    Honestly, I have never given a 10 to a game before. This deserves it, though. It is unbelievably huge, easy to play, and of course insanely fun to play. There are many, many paths to chose and everyone is so friendly on it. This game has a replay value as good as your first character. I love this game!
  27. alaNBrait
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    It was, it is and it will be the best MMO ever... though is not as great as it was at its beginning.
    Some may say it's overrated but you have to accept, there's not other game like this in the market and I don't think there will be.
  28. DantheMan
    Mar 18, 2011
    10
    Let's be honest: WoW is the best MMORPG ever made. Some people will get jealous of that fact but 11 /million/ players are not wrong. Most of the people who complain about this game either should not be playing an MMO to begin with or they just don't like RPGs.

    I almost didn't write a review because the idea that WoW cares about reviews is laughable. They are beyond review. That's what    Let's be honest: WoW is the best MMORPG ever made. Some people will get jealous of that fact but 11 /million/ players are not wrong. Most of the people who complain about this game either should not be playing an MMO to begin with or they just don't like RPGs.

    I almost didn't write a review because the idea that WoW cares about reviews is laughable. They are beyond review. That's what being the most commercially successful game ever made does for you. Besides, if you really want to get an idea of what the game is like there is a 10 day free trial. Or play your bother/sisters/friend/neighbors account. Someone you know within two degrees of separation plays this game.    … Expand
  29. Watermelon789
    Jul 11, 2011
    9
    Your soul will be trapped in this dimension that you won't be able to escape. The highly addiction, time consuming and hack and slash will never stop my friend. And discovering new areas is more even more spend of hours. I highly recommend you to play this big world, but keep in mind what i said at the beginning of this review.
  30. Hybridiction
    Jun 28, 2011
    9
    If I were to write a full review on this game it would be far past the 50000 character limit. The only thing you should know is not to trust the negative user reviews, they are mostly filled with those kind of people who like to hate on "everything popular" to try and be different from the rest of the crowd and other's who are fanboys of other MMO's and just come on here to write aIf I were to write a full review on this game it would be far past the 50000 character limit. The only thing you should know is not to trust the negative user reviews, they are mostly filled with those kind of people who like to hate on "everything popular" to try and be different from the rest of the crowd and other's who are fanboys of other MMO's and just come on here to write a negative review of the game to promote the game they are playing.

    Or veteran WoW players who got butthurt of the changes the developers have made since the games release. World of warcraft has over 11 million subscribers and IS the best MMO currently to ever be released of the date of this review. It set the bar for other MMO's that have went out of their way to copy a lot of the things that this game did well. I''ve been playing on and off for about 4 years now and haven't found a MMO that's on the same level as this game.    … Expand
  31. 2thPic
    Jul 16, 2011
    8
    This game consumed my life for like 5 years, 5 years ill never regain, but then again, its not a video games job to make sure you play it in moderation so i give it a kudos for being so fun and addicting that i literally couldn't stop playing it..if you're looking for a good game to get attatched to for a very long time, this is a extremely good MMORPG to pick up, but beware, you might endThis game consumed my life for like 5 years, 5 years ill never regain, but then again, its not a video games job to make sure you play it in moderation so i give it a kudos for being so fun and addicting that i literally couldn't stop playing it..if you're looking for a good game to get attatched to for a very long time, this is a extremely good MMORPG to pick up, but beware, you might end up playing it alot more than you hoped, sometimes this game can be a trap!… Expand
  32. OliverGrau
    Aug 21, 2014
    10
    I just started playing WoW again after 5 years and the game i still just as addictive as it was back then.

    WoW outshines every other MMORPG out there. I've played them all, Rift, Tera, GW2, GW, Wildstar, Elder Scrolls Online etc. all of them were no where near WoW in terms of content and quality. I'm not trying to sell WoW here, but I think it's better to pay a monthly subscription    I just started playing WoW again after 5 years and the game i still just as addictive as it was back then.

    WoW outshines every other MMORPG out there. I've played them all, Rift, Tera, GW2, GW, Wildstar, Elder Scrolls Online etc. all of them were no where near WoW in terms of content and quality.

    I'm not trying to sell WoW here, but I think it's better to pay a monthly subscription for a great game that never gets dry, due to new content that gets released pretty frequently. Also, many different aspects of PVP and PVE to keep you entertained for a long time. As mentioned before, I would rather pay a monthly subscription for a great game, instead of buying new games all the time, because you finish them too fast or you've done everything it has to offer (looking at you GW2). Actually, since I started playing WoW, I've saved money, because I haven't randomly bought new games all the time.

    Honestly, I think WoW is just as good as when it launched. There have been made changes and some of them work better than others. But change needs to happen or else WoW would hit the F2P model as the other contenders, which isn't quite as succesful as one might think, due to low quality, lack of content and pay to win models. (there are of course exceptions in some F2P games mostly MOBAs though like LoL, Dota 2, SMITE etc.) WoW is still unbalanced, some classes rule PVE and some classes rule PVP. Some classes rule one specific class and gets ruled by another. I don't think Blizzard will ever solve that issue, but have any MMORPG ever solved that? I haven't seen it yet. But again, if one class wouldn't rule the other and every class were equally good at almost everything - Then what seperates them, what is the meaning of classes, if they don't have certain strong advantages, as well as disadvantages?

    My point is; it's still a great game, I believe the price is high but it is justified through the amount of content and the quality it has, which I haven't found in any other game yet, counting both single-player titles as well as multi-player titles.

    10/10 - I've not seen my girlfriend for weeks, since I started playing. It has consumed EVERYTHING (hope you get the reference from the latest trailer) ;)    … Expand
  33. Mongoose1987
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    WoW at it's best, before it was destroyed by catering to bad players, showering them with dumbed down mechanics and free epix. Sadly Blizzard fired most of their passionate designers and we are left with bunch of retards like Kalgan and Ghostcrawler. Bill Roper and Blizzard North are probably enjoying downfall of Actiblizz.
  34. kolia
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
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  35. iAGR
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    One of the greatest games of all time, although it's losing it's shine little by little. The game used to be great and may still be for certain types of gamers. I personally have lost my interest in this game completely, but I sure did have fun playing this for at least 5 years.
  36. Sinan45
    Dec 29, 2011
    10
    It's incredible seeing people hate this game so much... I know why... WoW Classic was a monster. I give it 10. But I'm going to rate Chataclysm later... I'm going to give that one a 1 because it ruined everything... changed the whole game from start to scratch!

    But this game is a monster and no one will forget it. Incredible gameplay style and story. I LOVE IT. But now we will never see    It's incredible seeing people hate this game so much... I know why... WoW Classic was a monster. I give it 10. But I'm going to rate Chataclysm later... I'm going to give that one a 1 because it ruined everything... changed the whole game from start to scratch!

    But this game is a monster and no one will forget it. Incredible gameplay style and story. I LOVE IT. But now we will never see the old WoW anymore. So sad. Best game ever. **** Chataclysm.    … Expand
  37. Fugazi
    Jan 28, 2012
    10
    Over 7 years and there is still nothing better in MMO world. This is game that stole more of my life than any other game - and for that I give 10.

    Yes it is not perfect but it is surely one of the best games ever made.
  38. Aquila
    Mar 14, 2012
    10
    Classic: 9 TBC: 8 Wotlk: 7 Cata: 4,5. Vanilla WoW was an innovative change to the mmorpg world and for some people mmorpgs started here. Right now Cata is far from fun and they made the game pretty dull with that expansion. I wrote a big review there.
  39. rAMZA
    Sep 29, 2014
    9
    best mmo i have played, and i have played alot of them. but this game even if it is old still is the best one and looks great, when every expansion has upgraded its graphics.
  40. Trancez
    May 15, 2012
    10
    World of Warcraft will always be known as the best MMO ever created. it was the first MMO that defined an entire genre of gaming and it'll always be known as "THAT MMO THAT DID IT ALL".
  41. virgilivs
    Jun 24, 2012
    8
    This game changed the gaming history. It has been so influencing, inspiring and fascinating like few was and will be. Soundtrack is majestic, colors and landscapes are delightful, exploration is immersive. Millions of players and years of market sovereignty cannot lie.
  42. Sintjago
    Dec 29, 2014
    9
    Got it on Black Friday in 2004. It was my favorite game that year. The subscription can get a bit pricey overtime and I like playing a ton of games of different genres so I only subscribed the first year. Picked it back up on 2014, 10 years later. Had two max level characters (Got to 90, not 100 yet) and enjoyed the whole journey. It sucked you in. Sometimes the grinding seemed like aGot it on Black Friday in 2004. It was my favorite game that year. The subscription can get a bit pricey overtime and I like playing a ton of games of different genres so I only subscribed the first year. Picked it back up on 2014, 10 years later. Had two max level characters (Got to 90, not 100 yet) and enjoyed the whole journey. It sucked you in. Sometimes the grinding seemed like a massive waste of time but I had fun with my friends. I do wish there was a server for non-competitive players. Some players are a bit too competitive.… Expand
  43. SneezeJunky
    Aug 30, 2014
    10
    No matter how much you hate World of Warcraft. There simply isn't a better MMORPG anywhere to be found.
    I've been playing it since Vanilla (Classic WoW) and i've had my ups and downs with this game. But no matter how long I stay away from this game, I always end up returning
  44. Darruk
    Aug 4, 2014
    10
    WoW defines the modern MMORPG, the way Doom defined the FPS. Few others can even come close to matching it, they merely have to settle for mimicking it.
  45. LongSlayer
    Aug 3, 2014
    8
    World of Warcraft is a great MMORPG and addicting. This game is known for being extremely addicting, which, it is. It's just in nature to keep playing and playing because you want to keep leveling up to get more powerful and get better gear. Even though it's addicting I do need a break from it sometimes because dungeons and quests can get repetitive, especially quests that tell you to goWorld of Warcraft is a great MMORPG and addicting. This game is known for being extremely addicting, which, it is. It's just in nature to keep playing and playing because you want to keep leveling up to get more powerful and get better gear. Even though it's addicting I do need a break from it sometimes because dungeons and quests can get repetitive, especially quests that tell you to go kill a certain number of monsters, which makes up about most of the quests. There's no story, and I don't pay attention to the quests because there not at all compelling, I just get the quest, do it and then finish it without knowing the purpose of the quest. The combat is fun with lots of ways to play with just one class. PvP can be fun at lower levels but at higher levels it's not fun at all because characters are so unbalanced. PvP is based just on your level so you and the opponent can both be level 90 or what ever but there item level gear is ten times better that yours. PvP should be based on item level, not player level. This game is pretty good and you should check it out.… Expand
  46. Pakla
    Aug 5, 2014
    8
    Buy to play. Pay to play, pay for expansions and from what i see lately pay to win (battle pets for $ and 80lvl for cash also). When i see that much pay for everything i expect free support like changing servers and others but no... all what involves blizzard interference requires $$$$ Played wow for 2 months, completed all raids and dungeons (random players from dungeon finder), completedBuy to play. Pay to play, pay for expansions and from what i see lately pay to win (battle pets for $ and 80lvl for cash also). When i see that much pay for everything i expect free support like changing servers and others but no... all what involves blizzard interference requires $$$$ Played wow for 2 months, completed all raids and dungeons (random players from dungeon finder), completed almost all achievements from mists of pandaria and i can say game is great. I can say it is almost perfect. Almost... This game haves 10 years of updates and expansions, it haves lots of content and still i can see many bugs while lvling my character. Small but still. After 2 months of intense play i have completed maybe 25% of whole game so it leaves lot more to do. Not going to extend my subscription. I don't like beeing forced to pay to play.… Expand
  47. Jeroen15
    Sep 3, 2014
    10
    although it might not have the best graphics.with brilliant and addictive game-play , the biggest map in video game history . and beautiful cinematography. it has become the best and most popular mmorpg ever.
  48. Lordynator
    Sep 7, 2014
    10
    The best MMO ever, nothing more to really say. those complaining about the current state of the game do so but on the given expac, check the date of this review 2004 and wow in 2004 was the best and is still the best (Private S*****)
  49. Halovarth
    Sep 10, 2014
    10
    I love this game. I been playing since BC. As of now It is too boring and way too easy. I liked it back in the day when the game was challenging and it took your 3 or 5 months to get max lvl but still have lots to do afterwards. Wish this game would go back to the basics. I still love it but I miss the old style.
  50. MikesGamingExp
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    If you can't afford $15 US a month on gaming. Then you really shouldn't be gaming to begin with.

    Lets be honest, you're spending 15 x12 = $180 US a year for 24/7 unlimited access of entertainment. I'm not earning above average wage, in fact I'm earning below average, however I've decided to stick with WoW as my entertainment and I did not need a TV subscription. WoW is not just a    If you can't afford $15 US a month on gaming. Then you really shouldn't be gaming to begin with.

    Lets be honest, you're spending 15 x12 = $180 US a year for 24/7 unlimited access of entertainment. I'm not earning above average wage, in fact I'm earning below average, however I've decided to stick with WoW as my entertainment and I did not need a TV subscription. WoW is not just a regular game, it is an entire new world with such a grown mature community. Yes there are a few trolls here and there in WoW but it is handled so well, just a simple "mute this person" and move on with your life. I've been playing since launch and only had to encounter a few losers that I simply just muted+reported and never heard of again. Not to mention with all the money being sent to WoW, they use it wisely ! They create expansion after expansion, idea after idea, yes a lot of people weren't happy with the MoP expansion, so the they took in count of all the ideas people had and based it in the newest expansion. WoW is just a magnificant game, its too much to write about...    … Expand
  51. Jthecrazed
    Nov 5, 2014
    10
    This is still an undenyable fenomenon that still gets support to this day and on 7,6m subscribers (and growing again) and if you compare that to most other MMORPGs out there that's... Monstorous. Purely these facts should cause you to give this game at least 9/10, but let's not forget we're talking about vanilla. Although it is argueable what was the best expansion was, vanlilla gaveThis is still an undenyable fenomenon that still gets support to this day and on 7,6m subscribers (and growing again) and if you compare that to most other MMORPGs out there that's... Monstorous. Purely these facts should cause you to give this game at least 9/10, but let's not forget we're talking about vanilla. Although it is argueable what was the best expansion was, vanlilla gave people the world of azeroth to explore, wich was the most epic one for years to come. I say f*ck half life THIS was my youth, this is where I could find my friends, make new ones or although most people hate on it (because most of the time they overplayed the game or just because it is popular) there are at least 10 milion who will disagree.

    10/10, by far one of the 5 best pc games of all time.    … Expand
  52. stopsigns
    Mar 26, 2015
    10
    Playing wow for 11 years.I quit this season. Being 30 now, with real life having to work out of town, it's just not possible to keep my conquest cap up. I'll come back when wow realizes that rated pvp(Arena/RBGs) should not have a gearing phase. At the start of any arena season, everyone should have full pvp gear for rated PvP.

    Gearing pvp gear with conquest cap should be for world pvp    Playing wow for 11 years.I quit this season. Being 30 now, with real life having to work out of town, it's just not possible to keep my conquest cap up. I'll come back when wow realizes that rated pvp(Arena/RBGs) should not have a gearing phase. At the start of any arena season, everyone should have full pvp gear for rated PvP.

    Gearing pvp gear with conquest cap should be for world pvp and normal bg's. Its that simple.    … Expand
  53. TheNinjaGuy914
    May 13, 2015
    10
    When i played it i was not hooked. BUT that is probably because i adapt to controls really easily and don't really care for story. This game was really good for the short time i could play it. i stopped playing as charterers really fast so i would not get bored of 1 type and waste my time even have downloading the game. I give this a 9001/10. lol
  54. Axilley
    Jul 22, 2021
    9
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  55. Zack2236
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de la historia, lleva años creando un universo hermoso y lleno de historia, espero nunca termine.
  56. CharlesS.
    Aug 9, 2005
    10
    I'm not an experienced MORG player, I mostly play FPS and RTS, so this review is more for folks new to thisgame type. WoW is a fantastically rich and immersive gaming experience, unlike anything I've ever played. Maybe other MORGs are just as good, but if you've been hesitant about playing an MMORPG, I can't recommend World of Warcraft highly enough. All my other games I'm not an experienced MORG player, I mostly play FPS and RTS, so this review is more for folks new to thisgame type. WoW is a fantastically rich and immersive gaming experience, unlike anything I've ever played. Maybe other MORGs are just as good, but if you've been hesitant about playing an MMORPG, I can't recommend World of Warcraft highly enough. All my other games are going on the shelf for the foreseeable future.… Expand
  57. SamuelM.
    Feb 6, 2006
    10
    This game is utterly remarkable, a truely extraordinary feat pulled off by Blizzard in the smoothest of fashions. Blizzard really is the BEST game developer yet, their games have so much depth and following. Look at the way Starcraft is still one of the most popular games ever. This really is the best thing out of the hat. Amazing!
  58. BrendanO.
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    Best mmorpg out there. It's worth the monthly payment although the payment should still be half what it is..
  59. TrevorT.
    Jun 4, 2006
    10
    World of warcraft is literally what it says it is, its a world. Based on the popular video game Warcraft! The gameplay mechanics are very easy and very user freindly. The quests are really great, and the social interaction is some of the best i have seen in my 20 years of gaming! This game is a must have for any fan of RP.. Truly incredible.
  60. RyanS
    Oct 27, 2009
    8
    Certainly worth a try I've been playing WoW for 4 months now, the game play improves a lot if you have a friend to help or play with (Recruit a Friend Google it). If you start off by yourself you may find some components of the game difficult to grasp unless you have played other MMO's, I found support on the forums and other fan based websites. The PvP system is effective and Certainly worth a try I've been playing WoW for 4 months now, the game play improves a lot if you have a friend to help or play with (Recruit a Friend Google it). If you start off by yourself you may find some components of the game difficult to grasp unless you have played other MMO's, I found support on the forums and other fan based websites. The PvP system is effective and fun, there are hardly any bugs, if a bug does occur GM response is average and new content is constantly being rolled out. World of Warcraft, give it a try. 8/10.… Expand
  61. MatthewM
    Mar 30, 2009
    9
    it deserves the hype. cynics are allowed thier views. They likely reached level 15 and felt bored. that is one of wows big problems. If you are playing solo it quickly loses its charm. one of the best games to play with friends. One of the best games to play to make friends. One of the worst games to play alone. worth your time, if you can spare it and the money.World of warcraft: dont it deserves the hype. cynics are allowed thier views. They likely reached level 15 and felt bored. that is one of wows big problems. If you are playing solo it quickly loses its charm. one of the best games to play with friends. One of the best games to play to make friends. One of the worst games to play alone. worth your time, if you can spare it and the money.World of warcraft: dont play alone, all night or whille at uni. This will eat time, which you will be feeding it with a spoon. with a little help from your friends: 91/100… Expand
  62. Trajanusl
    Nov 20, 2004
    9
    Good stuff!!
  63. AnonymousMC
    Aug 18, 2004
    10
    Blizzard never fail to deliver thus this WILL set new standards for MMORPG. After reading reviews from users partisipating in the BETA test stage of the game in America and Europoe I will be very surprised if anyone is dissapointed!
    I will write a further review when I get hold of this gaming gem!
  64. JohnnyV.
    Jan 4, 2005
    10
    It's really plain and simple .... for someone who has grown up surrounded by hundreds and hundreds of different games over the years .... I've come to one conclusion. This is the best game of any type that I have ever had the privilege of playing. I won't bore on with why this is so .... just do yourself a favour, and give it a try. WoW is obviously a labour of love that It's really plain and simple .... for someone who has grown up surrounded by hundreds and hundreds of different games over the years .... I've come to one conclusion. This is the best game of any type that I have ever had the privilege of playing. I won't bore on with why this is so .... just do yourself a favour, and give it a try. WoW is obviously a labour of love that has finally come into fruition for Blizzard, and it is well deserving of all of the praise from reviewers .... well done Blizzard!!! ....… Expand
  65. LKChang
    Mar 3, 2005
    10
    The best immersive escapist game I've ever played. I might agree that there can be some repetitiveness, and long stretches where you're just running from place to place, I think it just adds to the realism of the environment. If I was just constantly hacking and slashing without a break, I think it would be tiresome. Sometimes, I just like to look around at all the unique and The best immersive escapist game I've ever played. I might agree that there can be some repetitiveness, and long stretches where you're just running from place to place, I think it just adds to the realism of the environment. If I was just constantly hacking and slashing without a break, I think it would be tiresome. Sometimes, I just like to look around at all the unique and beautiful scenery they have created in this virtual world.… Expand
  66. PaoloI.
    Apr 17, 2005
    10
    WOW!!
  67. Zone
    Apr 26, 2005
    10
    World of Warcraft is simply the best game I`ve ever played, it has best gameplay, specially now when the honor system came out..and the world is so huge and great that i just don´t want to do anything else than play this game =)
  68. 10Macsai
    Jul 2, 2005
    9
    Excellent but lag is f...ncrazy at times, most in capital cities. This lag also take battlegrounds down alot,if there where no lag, this game would probably one of the best games ever made.
  69. Stephen
    Feb 3, 2006
    10
    5.5 million players and counting. Pulled me away from BF2 and any other FPS game I was playing. It's hooked me, my spouse, her father, my coworkers, and my friends. The only consistent complaint I hear about the game is that you find yourself playing more than you would like to.
  70. DaveE.
    Jun 1, 2006
    8
    Having played a number of MMOs over the years, i'd say WoW deserves the praise it gets. Whilst leveling to 60 (currently the highest level), it's a fun, silly, enjoyable process. as you start to head into your late 50s though, if your not in a big guild, you start to hit a problem... lack of content. Many of the 55+ content requires decent groups to achive anything meaningful, Having played a number of MMOs over the years, i'd say WoW deserves the praise it gets. Whilst leveling to 60 (currently the highest level), it's a fun, silly, enjoyable process. as you start to head into your late 50s though, if your not in a big guild, you start to hit a problem... lack of content. Many of the 55+ content requires decent groups to achive anything meaningful, which can be a big problem for the more casual gamer. However, i'd still say it's the best MMO on the market at the moment (Jun 06), and if you can get a decent bunch of people to play with, worth the money.… Expand
  71. DaoS.
    Oct 13, 2007
    10
    World of Warcraft will continue to be the gold standard for the MMO genre for years to come. Folks that do not enjoy the social and open ended aspects of MMO's may not enjoy this game however. Perhaps there should be a question up front that requests people who do not enjoy a certain genre do not vote on it.
  72. CarlC.
    Feb 10, 2007
    8
    Awesome game. The PvP was outstanding, the quests were fun to play, you can always find a group, and the dungeons are some of the best. The reason I gave it an 8 was because it lacked player classes & the raiding/end game content isn't as good as other MMOs.
  73. AdamB.
    Mar 25, 2008
    10
    Don't let it's detractors get you down. Superb graphics, Easily the best I've ever seen in a no-loadscreen world of it's size, along with the largest playerbase by far, and a dev team that caters towards accessibility, and you get the best MMO for a new MMO player, and the best MMO for a senior player.
  74. MichalS.
    May 25, 2008
    9
    One of the best games on pc.
  75. nikobellic
    May 6, 2008
    9
    I was hooked inside 5 minutes after installing the game and creating a night elf druid. Several hours later I was still playing and forced myself to quit just so that I could eat and interact with the real world. But, I found that WOW wouldn't release the grip that it had on me and I have never been drawn into a game world so completely as WOW. I only get to play for a few hours a I was hooked inside 5 minutes after installing the game and creating a night elf druid. Several hours later I was still playing and forced myself to quit just so that I could eat and interact with the real world. But, I found that WOW wouldn't release the grip that it had on me and I have never been drawn into a game world so completely as WOW. I only get to play for a few hours a week and that is mostly solo play trying to get the best weapons and amour available without needing to do high level raid dungeons or heroic instances. Even so, I still love to play in this immersive world, even when I know that all I will be doing for the next 2 hours is killing the same creatures over and over in the attempt to gather loot to cash in for reputation points. It's the fact that there is always something else to aim for in the game that keeps me coming back for more.… Expand
  76. Nuubahbuubah
    Nov 23, 2004
    10
    Mmm...candy...I played the beta version and it was so yammy.
  77. RobM.
    Jan 1, 2005
    10
    Blizzard is one of the best quality game makers out there. Even though the game wasn't completed at launch, it's still amazing. Blizzard is always changing things in there games to adjust balance issues, and to add more fun and challenging aspects. It's harder to judge this game right out of the box, because in the end it'll be the most spectacular mmorpg to date.
  78. MarkH.
    Jan 26, 2005
    8
    I would have given a ten except that I feel the game magic is too short time length and way to limited. The monsters do the "old" sneak up on you from behind all the time while you are fighting the first. The graveyards are always furthest from the gang up on you die all the time areas where you level up at. I dislike how it looks like the game is going to go all desert, wastelands, and I would have given a ten except that I feel the game magic is too short time length and way to limited. The monsters do the "old" sneak up on you from behind all the time while you are fighting the first. The graveyards are always furthest from the gang up on you die all the time areas where you level up at. I dislike how it looks like the game is going to go all desert, wastelands, and sewers like the "old" everquest. I would like to see a bit more dungeons that are a lot less twisty turny get you lost with twelve different levels on weird slopes. The graphics look good and I like the simple quest structure.… Expand
  79. JimT.
    Feb 18, 2005
    10
    It's quite good.
  80. TonyG.
    Mar 29, 2005
    10
    Another preposterously addictive Blizzard triumph. GOOD: Just about everything. Honestly. Instance dungeons are my favorite. These become available to you around level 20, and there is a new one roughly every five levels. They require good teamwork and offer some great rewards. Every one I've played is a blast. BAD: Lots of time to hit level cap. I estimate the average player needs Another preposterously addictive Blizzard triumph. GOOD: Just about everything. Honestly. Instance dungeons are my favorite. These become available to you around level 20, and there is a new one roughly every five levels. They require good teamwork and offer some great rewards. Every one I've played is a blast. BAD: Lots of time to hit level cap. I estimate the average player needs to invest about 250-300 hours to hit top level. I know the WOW community is divided on this issue, but it's just too much time for me. Levels can become somewhat repetitive, but this is par for the MMORPG course, and WOW does their best to keep it interesting. When bored, run an instance! OVERALL: Another glorious time sink from Blizzard. Buy it. Live it.… Expand
  81. RayF.
    Mar 29, 2005
    10
    I love this game. If I weren't at work now, I would have no time to write this review as I would be home playing! To all those who gave this game a bad review, all I can say is, you get out of this game what you put into it. To all those who gave this game a good review, all I can say is, you get out of this game what you put into it. And of course, playing with others makes a big I love this game. If I weren't at work now, I would have no time to write this review as I would be home playing! To all those who gave this game a bad review, all I can say is, you get out of this game what you put into it. To all those who gave this game a good review, all I can say is, you get out of this game what you put into it. And of course, playing with others makes a big difference. I personally don't get anything out of playing solo in a massively multiplayer game. Take the time to meet people/characters, and develop your friends list so that you always have company while you're playing. Even if you're not adventuring together, chatting is still "company" while you play solo. Lose yourself in the world and play your character. You don't have to be in character all the time, if at all. But it helps to read up on the history of the world, to read the quests you're given, to read what the NPCs have to say. Then, when you explore and find a new area, you will not only be stunned by the amazing graphics and surreality. You will also be able to say, "Wow, this is where the Dark Portal from Warcraft 1 was opened, allowing the orcs access to Azeroth." Or, "I'm standing on the spot where the demon Mannoroth was finally slain by the now shattered alliance of humans, elves, trolls, and orcs." You'll love the game and your character. Make sure you read up on the classes and professions, so you can decide beforehand what you will enjoy playing. Or you can do what I did and create characters with different combinations of classes and professions, and play who you want when you want. :) That's why I love the game. Your results may vary. But probably not.… Expand
  82. MarioL.
    Apr 8, 2005
    10
    If i can vote this game by infinite, i would. This game is like a drug. My brother has it and once he let me play it i got hooked so bad all my grades in school went down. This is the best game out or ever.
  83. Thor.L.
    May 9, 2006
    10
    This game is probably one of the best I have ever played, I quit playing all of my other games, it's that addicting.
  84. RandyM.
    Jul 4, 2006
    10
    I have never played a Warcraft game before. My friend told me to get a copy of this game and I did. I do not regret spending the money on this game. This is the most polished, user friendly, and just plain fun MMO. Every day is a new adventure in the World of Warcraft, and once you step into the gorgeous world of Azeroth, you will never want to leave.
  85. SaticX.
    Feb 13, 2007
    10
    Look, this game isn't for everyone. If something constantly needs to be happening for you then you might find yourself frustrated at times with the pace. But folk, it is a roleplaying game. It is not supposed to be non-stop action. It's supposed to make you work and think, and the rewards you earn (levels, equipment, reputation) are hard earned. If you're a gamer that needs Look, this game isn't for everyone. If something constantly needs to be happening for you then you might find yourself frustrated at times with the pace. But folk, it is a roleplaying game. It is not supposed to be non-stop action. It's supposed to make you work and think, and the rewards you earn (levels, equipment, reputation) are hard earned. If you're a gamer that needs instant gratification from the secon you log on until you shut down then go elsewhere. I've only had the game for a month, so I can't speak as to how buggy it was when it was first released. But I have had nearly 0 technical problems. I haven't had a need to contact customer support or the GM's so I can't tell you how good their service is. But if I don't need to talk to them the why should I care? Last word. If you like RPG's this game is definitely for you. Period.… Expand
  86. RichardH.
    Jul 3, 2007
    10
    Eow, I'm really surprised by all these negative views, I've not been playing WoW for a long time, but I really really enjoy it, there's sh.t tons of stuff to do, the sheer size of the world and the seamless way it is presented are incredibly impressive, the challenge in any game like this is always going to be dependent on your level and the way you setup you character. Eow, I'm really surprised by all these negative views, I've not been playing WoW for a long time, but I really really enjoy it, there's sh.t tons of stuff to do, the sheer size of the world and the seamless way it is presented are incredibly impressive, the challenge in any game like this is always going to be dependent on your level and the way you setup you character. I'm really really enjoying it so far. Much better than any old school MMORPG I've played in the past, where the ideas are the same, but not touching on this kind of fun presentation and what not. The negative reviews speak for themselves really in the awful spelling and grammar used in them.… Expand
  87. Bryan(Jugzor)Espinosa
    Nov 8, 2008
    9
    I think this game is great. CM, maybe MMO's aren't just for you, but your statement is a gross oversimplification. And Arenas in WoW actually do take skill... not any random guy can go in with his buddy and get his team to a 2100 rating. And raiding and coordinating 25 or 40 people to do their jobs correctly is no walk in the park either.
  88. DaveyM
    Dec 30, 2008
    9
    WoW is just simply great fun. Amazingly polished, well balanced, and packed full of stuff to do. It's the most played MMO in the world (by a LONG way) for good reason - it caters for everyone, not just the gamer who plays it 12 hours a day. Although if you do play it that much.. you'll find it's a long time before you run out of entertainment. You can pick up the game for WoW is just simply great fun. Amazingly polished, well balanced, and packed full of stuff to do. It's the most played MMO in the world (by a LONG way) for good reason - it caters for everyone, not just the gamer who plays it 12 hours a day. Although if you do play it that much.. you'll find it's a long time before you run out of entertainment. You can pick up the game for £7 in shops now (with 30 days free play), which is about the monthly subscription. Considering most AAA games cost £35+ these days, and last less than a month, that's an absolute steal.… Expand
  89. AnonymousMC
    Jan 4, 2008
    9
    Best MMORPG ever...which isnt saying much, as basically all of those games are bad, bt still, to make one game ithat is enjoyable for more than phat lewts and that lvl up ding is an accomplishment worthy of being reconized. now can i have back thos 5 months i spent on you?
  90. Mr.Awesome
    Feb 8, 2008
    9
    This is a VERY entertaining game! The grahpics aren't that good but it is an MMO so Blizzard did have quite a bit more to worry about than graphics. The game is gigantic yet there is always somebody playing near you. You can make the game whatever you want to make it, too. Just because it's an MMO doesn't mean that you can't play by yourself. I would certainly This is a VERY entertaining game! The grahpics aren't that good but it is an MMO so Blizzard did have quite a bit more to worry about than graphics. The game is gigantic yet there is always somebody playing near you. You can make the game whatever you want to make it, too. Just because it's an MMO doesn't mean that you can't play by yourself. I would certainly recommend this to anyone. Also, if you aren't sure about buying it you can just go to the site and download the free 10 day trial.… Expand
  91. PatrickT.
    Mar 6, 2008
    9
    If you think your graphics suck, then obviously you need to fix your screen resolution. Amazing depth and gameplay. There are simply hundreds of different ways you can play this game.
  92. BobG
    Apr 8, 2008
    10
    This game is just Outstanding! Is awesome to play in solo mode, but if you get company it just rocks like hell. The best RPG ever.
  93. Phil
    Jun 18, 2008
    10
    Hate this game, too addictive. Should come with a health warning.
  94. JamesM
    Dec 2, 2009
    9
    World of Warcraft is Blizzard Entertainment's entry into the MMORPG market. It has dominated Western, and European markets and holds a very high market share, even with the addition of several new next generation MMORPGs. It currently has two expansions to it which increase the maximum level, and provide new continents to explore. As with any MMORPG there is periods of grinding, and World of Warcraft is Blizzard Entertainment's entry into the MMORPG market. It has dominated Western, and European markets and holds a very high market share, even with the addition of several new next generation MMORPGs. It currently has two expansions to it which increase the maximum level, and provide new continents to explore. As with any MMORPG there is periods of grinding, and every class in this game can solo, group, or join a 25-man raid, some classes are a little easier for soloing, and some are more desired in group settings, but it is all relative. I really enjoy this game and play several hours a week. (mostly to play with the server economics, and play with the auction hall as I control around 10% of my server market).… Expand
  95. JDD
    Dec 8, 2009
    8
    Why do all of the bad user reviews say that it will take up your life, while also being the worst game that you've ever played? anyways, Wow is a really good game. try to play with friends, or even strangers that you find online, because soloing is kinda depressing. As you've probably heard, there's a huge time commitment. talking to some of my friends about it, getting to Why do all of the bad user reviews say that it will take up your life, while also being the worst game that you've ever played? anyways, Wow is a really good game. try to play with friends, or even strangers that you find online, because soloing is kinda depressing. As you've probably heard, there's a huge time commitment. talking to some of my friends about it, getting to the maximum level is somewhat of a tutorial for some of the Pvp and arenas. if you have nothing better to do, and some friends to help you with the ride, you can't go wrong with Wow. $15 is a great deal too.… Expand
  96. TR
    Feb 5, 2009
    9
    If you don't like the game, don't find it fun, and think it's pointless crap, don't play it. You have a choice you know. As far as paying to play it goes, why don't you just get a job? People who enjoy MMOs and RPGs play it and love it, people who can't appreciate more complexity than "point gun, pull trigger, repeat!" can go play Halo/GOW/Your shooter here. If you don't like the game, don't find it fun, and think it's pointless crap, don't play it. You have a choice you know. As far as paying to play it goes, why don't you just get a job? People who enjoy MMOs and RPGs play it and love it, people who can't appreciate more complexity than "point gun, pull trigger, repeat!" can go play Halo/GOW/Your shooter here. Also please rate it at least a 1. I don't think a game that deserves a 0 could ever get 11million+ people paying $15 a month.… Expand
  97. ErikM
    Apr 14, 2009
    9
    World of Warcraft has become less of a game and more of a second life. Its a joke, but it is true that it sort of takes over your life. Meta-anylization of the game and it's mechanics would lead one to think that its not even worth their time, and the fact that no one actually reads quest descriptions (other than the goals) leads to an almost non-existant stoyline. However what the World of Warcraft has become less of a game and more of a second life. Its a joke, but it is true that it sort of takes over your life. Meta-anylization of the game and it's mechanics would lead one to think that its not even worth their time, and the fact that no one actually reads quest descriptions (other than the goals) leads to an almost non-existant stoyline. However what the game lacks in conventional terms it makes up for in addictiveness. You will find yourself wondering all day whether that item sold on the auction house, or when you can take on that dungeon thats been rearing it's ugly head at you. Worth buying and worth paying for on a monthly basis. My only beef is that it lacks large servers. You're looking at about 5000 people per server, as opposed to the monstrosity that is EVE online.(which is a single server, with about 30000 some people on it). If anything, I would love to see the creators bring a few servers together to populate it more.… Expand
  98. AJ
    Dec 4, 2005
    9
    It's accessable, it's addicting, it's beautiful without being a resource hog, and it's most of all just a lot of fun. A couple bugs I've run into keep it from being perfect, but with this kind of game, perfection may still be achievable with the right patches. Simply awesome.
  99. BenH.
    Jan 24, 2006
    9
    This is a well made game. Can get a little reptitive but hell thats MMORPG's for you. Only drawback that i see is the modelling. I find the models quite basic and quite childish. This game needs a bit of blood and a storylines that freak you out. It needs to grow up a little. Other then that its a really well made game.
  100. ewjfcxhjzfsgda.wjsdadashjda
    Oct 6, 2006
    9
    This game has only 1 bad thing about it, you sometimes feel like you have nothing to do after completing a goal, like a big quest, but very fun and great online, also interesting.
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#3 Best PC Game of 2004
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#3 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
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#2 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

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93

Universal acclaim - based on 57 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 57
  3. Negative: 0 out of 57
  1. GamerFeed
    90
    Combines not only technical prowess and fine-tuned gameplay, but pleasure as well, making this the new standard for the competition. Word to the other companies: this is the reason your registered users are dwindling.
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  2. GamePro
    90
    The game isn't flawless, nor is it technically finished - a good many quests fall into a "kill 20 of enemy X and collect 9 of item Y" pattern, a lot of promised end-game content still isn't in, and there are still bugs being squashed - but it's easily the closest MMORPGs have yet come to perfection. If this one doesn't hook you, nothing will.
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  3. Yahoo!
    90
    Although it's not as technologically proficient as "EverQuest II," World of Warcraft has a more pronounced sense of style...If you're looking for a new MMORPG, then the World of Warcraft is the very first place you should visit.
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