World of Warcraft

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7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 3527 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 646 out of 3527
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  1. 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
  2. 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!
  3. 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..
  4. 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.
  5. 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!
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. PaoloI.
    Apr 17, 2005
    10
    WOW!!
  9. 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 =)
  10. 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.
  11. RobertL.
    Jun 8, 2006
    10
    warcraft is very nice game. hundreds of quests and good craphics.a game what needs much time. i had to play it half year.
  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. SuperRater
    Jan 21, 2010
    10
    This game is by far my favorite computer game of all time. With amazing graphics and even better gameplay this game has it all. With a multitude of quests and PVP arenas this game is by far one of the best online games to date, and I know what im talking about. As for the people that say that you will get addicted to it, well I have two words for you. Will Power!!!!!! You don't have This game is by far my favorite computer game of all time. With amazing graphics and even better gameplay this game has it all. With a multitude of quests and PVP arenas this game is by far one of the best online games to date, and I know what im talking about. As for the people that say that you will get addicted to it, well I have two words for you. Will Power!!!!!! You don't have to play it all the time and if your worried your playing it to much, then get off. It is that simple. Go do stuff outside or with your friends for a while, the game will always be there when you get back. As for the people who say the game is just full of morons who want to know if your good at the game or not, well of course it is. But it is not completely full of them. Just ignore the stupid people and add people as your friends who actually know what their doing and you should be fine. Besides the game isn't completely based on playing with other people. In fact majority of the quests you can do by yourself. This is truely a great game and I recommend it to anyone who is looking for a good computer game. Go WOW!!!!!… Expand
  15. Nuubahbuubah
    Nov 23, 2004
    10
    Mmm...candy...I played the beta version and it was so yammy.
  16. 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.
  17. JimT.
    Feb 18, 2005
    10
    It's quite good.
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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.
  21. AranW.
    May 20, 2006
    10
    Best Game ever, the game seriously never ends, there is also something new to do, and there is always something you missed.
  22. DillonN.
    May 5, 2006
    10
    this game is the greatst game the world has to offer simply the greatest and most fun anyone will have to me its kind of like an alt world its that fun its certainly the most fun game anyone i know has played and i highly recomend anyone to at least try it once but know that once you start you will not ever want to stop.
  23. 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.
  24. 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.
  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. AnonymousMC
    Jan 1, 2008
    10
    ahh, i hate people who give this game a one. they are all just Halo fanboys who dont believe in paying 15 dollars a month to play WoW. But, it is worth it. Blizzard puts so much content in to this game all the time, and this game never gets old. Sure, you grind, but have you ever heard of quests or grouping? Oh, and stop complaining about the graphics. They are simple, have a great artahh, i hate people who give this game a one. they are all just Halo fanboys who dont believe in paying 15 dollars a month to play WoW. But, it is worth it. Blizzard puts so much content in to this game all the time, and this game never gets old. Sure, you grind, but have you ever heard of quests or grouping? Oh, and stop complaining about the graphics. They are simple, have a great art style, and can be played on even the lowest of computers. Exellent game, good work Blizzard. Highly recommended to anyone who likes video games.… Expand
  28. 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.
  29. Phil
    Jun 18, 2008
    10
    Hate this game, too addictive. Should come with a health warning.
  30. SamB.
    May 5, 2009
    10
    I don't understand why people are giving this game a 0. World of Warcraft is insanely fun, with practical YEARS of replay value and dozens of realms full of nice and rewarding people. Maybe they just talked to the wrong people, but it is an MMO, after all-you're going to find jerks no matter what game you play. And battlegrounds do actually take skill-if you're doing I don't understand why people are giving this game a 0. World of Warcraft is insanely fun, with practical YEARS of replay value and dozens of realms full of nice and rewarding people. Maybe they just talked to the wrong people, but it is an MMO, after all-you're going to find jerks no matter what game you play. And battlegrounds do actually take skill-if you're doing warrior vs. warrior, you'd better have some tricks up your sleeve.… Expand
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#3 Best PC Game of 2004
3
#3 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
2
#2 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

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Metascore
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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