World of Warcraft

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  1. 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.
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. AlexFTW
    Dec 29, 2014
    2
    While the game is the MMO with the largest player base, does it really deserve it? I mean seriously Blizzard, we already bought the game, why would we have to pay every month to play it. You can't put a price on entertainment. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying this game is entertaining, let's be honest, it isn't. I mean it's fun for a while, then it gets super repetitive. Boring fetchWhile the game is the MMO with the largest player base, does it really deserve it? I mean seriously Blizzard, we already bought the game, why would we have to pay every month to play it. You can't put a price on entertainment. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying this game is entertaining, let's be honest, it isn't. I mean it's fun for a while, then it gets super repetitive. Boring fetch quests, mindless grinding, repetitive quests (talk to that person, bring me the letter he will give you, go back to him and give him this, then come back to me...). It all gets super boring in the end at least for me. Let's not even talk about the subscription. I've already talked about it a bit in the beginning of this review, but I feel like it's not enough.
    Let me bring up that the subscription you have to pay per month, is pretty big. I mean 15 euros for a month of grinding and repetitive quests? Doesn't seem like that good of a deal to me.
    Seriously Blizzard, why don't you actually work on making the game fun, rather than inventing new methods to squeeze the most money out of your players. World of Warcraft should look up to
    Guild Wars 2.    … Expand
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Levira
    Sep 1, 2016
    0
    It's funny but i don't know for how long:it's the same soup always the same soup.
    My personal review is 6,5/10, i gave 0 to balance all that noob fanboys that everytime see Blizzard gave 10
  8. ron9119
    Jan 8, 2016
    0
    The truth is that Blizzard have been bleeding this game for years. Every year we get less for our money. Less content, non-existant customer support and no new players as people come to realise this is simply a giant cash cow for the company behind it. The developers care infinitely more about the bottom line than the community. There will, as always, be endless promises that everythingThe truth is that Blizzard have been bleeding this game for years. Every year we get less for our money. Less content, non-existant customer support and no new players as people come to realise this is simply a giant cash cow for the company behind it. The developers care infinitely more about the bottom line than the community. There will, as always, be endless promises that everything will be better in the new expansion and as usual this will turn out to be lies. Save your money and spend it with a company that at least pretends to care if you are having a good time.… Expand
  9. RateGame
    Aug 11, 2016
    0
    The game has undead and blood, so it's not part of what I would expect from an MMO.
    I want an game that has no blood and undead.
    That is all I need to write for my personal review.
  10. hmazuji
    Dec 14, 2016
    0
    some say that it's unfair to rate a game if you haven't played it. and there's there other camp that begs to differ. the problem many people have with this game (it's not just me, read a few posts) is that there's no support. if you can't log in, there's no support. if you call tech support (800-592-5499), you'll get a message to open a support ticket, then they hang up. they don'tsome say that it's unfair to rate a game if you haven't played it. and there's there other camp that begs to differ. the problem many people have with this game (it's not just me, read a few posts) is that there's no support. if you can't log in, there's no support. if you call tech support (800-592-5499), you'll get a message to open a support ticket, then they hang up. they don't need your business. they don't care if you can't log in. they could care less. if you can't log in, you can't open a ticket. sometimes, even if you have a valid account, the ticketing system doesn't work. you can't log in, no support = 0 rating. game ratings go beyond gameplay. it includes some form of support, and you will get none with blizzard. in the old days, blizzard was an awesome company with excellent support. i guess they made enough money to be able to say f~@# off. we don't care if you can't play; that's your problem
    see also:
    http://us.battle.net/en/forum/topic/12878498052    … Expand
  11. Daisyplague
    Jun 4, 2017
    6
    I stopped playing WoW after seven pretty good years. Chief among the reasons I pulled the plug was Blizzard's seemingly blase attitude about keeping a game presumably meant for late preteen young to Depends-aged codgers out of the NSFW category that its public chat, regrettably, does. It's getting worse. Blocking is simple, but tolerance on the game's end of daily unending discussionsI stopped playing WoW after seven pretty good years. Chief among the reasons I pulled the plug was Blizzard's seemingly blase attitude about keeping a game presumably meant for late preteen young to Depends-aged codgers out of the NSFW category that its public chat, regrettably, does. It's getting worse. Blocking is simple, but tolerance on the game's end of daily unending discussions about scat, incest, and even child abuse by some really lowbrow, nasty folk cause me to urge a very VERY strong Caveat Emptor. Blizz could fix this simply by employing random active monitors and the imposition of suitable sanctions (or something, ANYTHING, else). It's a shame, but I do not see this ever being fixed beyond "Don't like what ya see? Then block 'em." facile mentality. The guttersnipes win.… Expand
  12. Axilley
    Jul 22, 2021
    9
    very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good very good
  13. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jul 14, 2020
    7
    World of warcraft
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  14. Satyr_King
    Jan 15, 2022
    5
    Meh the game was oki at its prime.. when i did try classic thingy i found out that old memory of this game was only nostalgia.
  15. Gxemgn
    Sep 29, 2019
    5
    Шикарная игра, это то что я так давно ждал, всем стоит в неё поиграть
  16. Katzena
    Dec 12, 2021
    0
    God awful game. I don't get how people like this game. The raids and gameplay are so dull. The graphics look like its still from 1999-2001ish. It should've gotten at least a small upgrade by now.
    I've tried it probably 4 times for a month on and off since 2018. Final Fantasy XIV is superior in everyday.. And unlike blizzard. Square enix isn't known to s3xually harassing their employees.    God awful game. I don't get how people like this game. The raids and gameplay are so dull. The graphics look like its still from 1999-2001ish. It should've gotten at least a small upgrade by now.
    I've tried it probably 4 times for a month on and off since 2018. Final Fantasy XIV is superior in everyday.. And unlike blizzard. Square enix isn't known to s3xually harassing their employees.
    Did you know that the critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV has a free trial, and includes the entirety of A Realm Reborn AND the award-winning Heavensward expansion up to level 60 with no restrictions on playtime?    … Expand
  17. Zack2236
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de la historia, lleva años creando un universo hermoso y lleno de historia, espero nunca termine.
  18. Elniico
    Jan 22, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THE WORST EXPANSION OF WOW, literatelly I used to do pvp every single days but today I just can't because I've to farm so many things that I really want to have, for real I've play WoW for 8 years and never quit but ACTIVISION finally make me leave this game :(
    PLS ACTIVISION NEVER COME BACK AGAIN    … Expand
  19. Zthy
    Jun 22, 2020
    7
    A clasic game, outdated but fun
    Un clasico, desactualizado, pero divertido
  20. stahhack
    Jun 27, 2022
    1
    First time its looks pretty good. but very fast getting bored and starts to enrage from many small bugs.
    so small indie-studio cant make it product well. Disbalance is everywhere: Pve, pvp, pet battle. Ugly one side story have a lot of hole.
  21. Zhek87
    Mar 5, 2022
    0
    Невозможно оплатить подписку в России, гг Близзард
  22. togrind
    Mar 5, 2022
    0
    Когда будете возвращаться в Россию, то хуй вам, а не мои деньги! А пока ловите 0 на дорожку
  23. F3T1W
    Aug 27, 2021
    7
    The only game at the moment in which you can live, a lot of activities, well-developed classes and races, as well as an atmosphere ...
  24. Hezrou
    Dec 11, 2021
    0
    The devs are abusers and pushed an employee to suicide and they won't have the balls to remove the problem because the problem is the CEO. LOL
  25. Uarabei
    Feb 21, 2022
    6
    The first 300-400 hours in this game is my good experience in MMORPG.

    But then the boring gameplay began, grinding chemistry and reputation for the sake of passing instances. Further worse - speedruns began and the game turned into a second job. How hard it is to organize 40 people for the perfect completion of a Phase 4 instance, for example, it's tough. 30% of them are idiots who    The first 300-400 hours in this game is my good experience in MMORPG.

    But then the boring gameplay began, grinding chemistry and reputation for the sake of passing instances. Further worse - speedruns began and the game turned into a second job.

    How hard it is to organize 40 people for the perfect completion of a Phase 4 instance, for example, it's tough. 30% of them are idiots who don't care about the rest, who don't want to prepare for a raid or who are standing in a puddle.    … Expand
  26. Sk3aken
    Mar 5, 2022
    1
    People engaged in war in real life do not play Warcraft. We, the players, come into the game to escape the emotional pressures of the world. And you hate us for it. First you hate us for the color of our skin, and now for the language we speak. You do not care that we are planted for rallies. You want us to rebel against our country. How are you better than any of the parties to thePeople engaged in war in real life do not play Warcraft. We, the players, come into the game to escape the emotional pressures of the world. And you hate us for it. First you hate us for the color of our skin, and now for the language we speak. You do not care that we are planted for rallies. You want us to rebel against our country. How are you better than any of the parties to the conflict? Why do you hate those who pay you for your work? We do not kill in real life, but you are pushing us towards this, as a result. What for? Oh my god, are you out of your mind!… Expand
  27. Afros
    Mar 6, 2022
    1
    I spend a lot of money on Blizzard games, and than i was banned because of i am from Russia. I am just a human. Peace , world. Good by blizzard. You are nazi
  28. TheArsenPlay
    Mar 9, 2022
    1
    Нацизм на вышпм уровне спасибо blizzard, спасибо что дали всём 1 месяц подписки кроме России.
  29. Nepen1he
    Mar 10, 2022
    0
    games out of politics, juegos fuera de la politica, jogos fora da política
  30. Derenu86
    Mar 22, 2022
    0
    Direct violation of the user agreement. Racism towards users from Belarus and Russia. Indignity in chat against children from these countries.
    Do you really think Putin is playing your games? Or that bringing innocent children and teenagers to psychological trauma or suicide will help the stop war?
    You can't not make game a normal, but do into politics.
  31. TergeroN
    Jun 11, 2022
    0
    WoW is dying? Yes, he's dying. And a long time ago. Blizzard just has enough resources to support his agony on artificial life support for many years. Games outside politics
  32. maintitle
    Jun 4, 2022
    6
    I played this game in 2006-2008 because I was trying to make friends that played it. Fighting a duel with one of my friends who was like level 40 I somehow managed to beat him with a level 22 character and he never spoke with me again.
  33. weallone
    Oct 14, 2022
    1
    Now for me it's Fomo + politics
    Sad, but it was one of the best MMO. Bye Bye
  34. kap-
    Sep 26, 2022
    0
    I was just chilling listening to Spotify, but these **** World Of Warcraft ads keeps popping up on my screen, filling the entire screen...
    Not only those, but also 30 seconds long World of Warcraft ads, were the just talk **** ONLY WORLD OF WARCRAFT ADS. I know, spotify premium will fix this, but im not gonna spend money on music.
  35. easypyked
    May 8, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. World of Warcraft (WoW) is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by Blizzard Entertainment. It is set in the fictional world of Azeroth, where players can create their own character and embark on quests, explore the world, and interact with other players from around the globe. WoW has been immensely popular since its release in 2004 and has since become one of the most iconic and long-standing MMORPGs in gaming history. The game has evolved over the years with various expansions, adding new areas to explore, new races to play, and new challenges to conquer. WoW's community is known for its passionate and dedicated player base, with many players forming long-lasting friendships and even romantic relationships within the game.… Expand
  36. jdd96
    Jun 10, 2023
    0
    This game sucks, you die 50 times before ever reaching level 20, its too difficult, pvp is unbalanced, terrible combat, mechanics, everything is so bad about World of Warcraft it should stop existing from earth. Honestly the first time i played it i was 12 years old, i cried in front of the boar, it made me have breakdowns, i had a terrible childhood, this game didn't make it better, todayThis game sucks, you die 50 times before ever reaching level 20, its too difficult, pvp is unbalanced, terrible combat, mechanics, everything is so bad about World of Warcraft it should stop existing from earth. Honestly the first time i played it i was 12 years old, i cried in front of the boar, it made me have breakdowns, i had a terrible childhood, this game didn't make it better, today im 27 i still cry while playing it, its so bad, it makes you want to end your life.… Expand
  37. oxiegw
    Jul 16, 2023
    0
    Monthly Subscription, bad graphics ,mediocre repeatable gameplay and the lore is not in game cutscenes but cinematics. This games cinematics are a misleading advertising. When you see a cinematic you want the game to be like the cinematic and not roblox with extra buttons
  38. 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
  39. 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!
  40. 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..
  41. 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.
  42. 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
  43. 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
  44. Trajanusl
    Nov 20, 2004
    9
    Good stuff!!
  45. 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!
  46. 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
  47. 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
  48. PaoloI.
    Apr 17, 2005
    10
    WOW!!
  49. 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 =)
  50. 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.
  51. MadG
    Aug 28, 2005
    5
    Well if i havent played Guild Wars too i would have given WoW a 9 cause this is the second best massive right now. But as you can guess it's lightyears behind the first truly best massive game,and that is Guild Wars. Blizzard you are so unlucky!
  52. 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.
  53. 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
  54. AnonymousMC
    Aug 2, 2006
    6
    yes i've read the article and understood what it's about but this is probably the best place for this....

    WOW= MORE PLAYERS SLUGGISH PVP SYSTEM BUT ENJOYABLE LONGER WAIT TIMES MONTHLY FEE SERVERS DOWN ALOT MUST HAVE ALL GAME DISC TO INSTALL ON COMPUTER IF ON THE GO LEVEL GRINDING FOR 200+HOURS GUARUNTEED LARGER WORLD THAN GUILD WARS CARTOON BASED GRAPHICS = not    yes i've read the article and understood what it's about but this is probably the best place for this....

    WOW=
    MORE PLAYERS
    SLUGGISH PVP SYSTEM BUT ENJOYABLE
    LONGER WAIT TIMES
    MONTHLY FEE
    SERVERS DOWN ALOT
    MUST HAVE ALL GAME DISC TO INSTALL ON COMPUTER IF ON THE GO
    LEVEL GRINDING FOR 200+HOURS GUARUNTEED
    LARGER WORLD THAN GUILD WARS
    CARTOON BASED GRAPHICS = not amazing graphics

    GUILDWARS =
    LESS PEOPLE
    VERY SKILLFUL PVP SYSTEM VERY ENJOYABLE
    NO OVERPOWERED PROFESSIONS unless opinionated by 5% or less of gw population compared to 60-70% of a Shaman or other overpowered character in WOW
    NO MONTHLY FEE
    MAX LVL IS ATTAINABLE IN A WEEK OR LESS.
    GAME CLIENT ID DOWNLOADABLE OFF MAIN SITE SO YOU CAN LOG ON EVEN AT A FRIENDS HOUSE OR ANYONE'S HOUSE WITH A COMPUTER.
    GRAPHICS ARE TRUELY AMAZING AS THEY ARE VERY LIFELIKE
    vs
    WOW'S GRAPHICS WHICH PEOPLE WITH OUTDATED GRAPHICS CARDS THINK IS NICE

    IF YOU THINK WOW'S GRAPHICS ARE NICE YOU MIGHTAS WELL GO WATCH JUNGLEBOOK OR LITTLE MERMAID THEN CONTINUE TO SHOVE BOTH THOSE DVDS UP YOUR ASS FOR THE LONG HAUL GRINDING LVLS ON WOW.

    SIMPLY PUT GW>WOW
    NO MONTHLY FEE
    NO FED EX MISSIONS
    NO SECOND LIFE REQUIRED (OR REPLACING OF YOUR LIFE)
    NO REACHING LVL 60 = FTL(FOR THE LOSS)
    NO REPETITIVENESS
    OH BTW WOW = 50 BUCKS INITIALLY + 15 X 12 COMING TO A GRAND TOTAL OF $230.00 A YEAR + 180.00 EACH YEAR AFTER vs GUILD WARS 50.00 AND IF COUNTING EXPANSIONS AN ADDITIONAL 50.00 PER YEAR.
    GUILD WARS: $50.00(100 if you choose to buy factions) VS WOW: $230.00
    AND FINALLY GUILD WARS HAS AN ACTUAL FUCKING STORY LINE WHICH IS SEMI-TRUE ABOUT WOW, IF THAT EVEN.

    with all that said there is no argument for how WOW could be as good.
    SERIOUSLY OWNED.    … Expand
  55. 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.
  56. 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.
  57. AlexM.
    May 6, 2007
    5
    A game, that does not end. Hangon, that's not a game. So what is it you ask. Well, I dunno. It steals your money and your life. I have seen friends play it for up to and beyond 16 hours a day. Unless you have absolutly no life, then don't get this game. instead go out and buy C+C3 or HL2. Much more fun.
  58. SlyEnemy
    Feb 24, 2008
    7
    It's difficult to break a habit, but after a solid year of playing, it's finally happened. It's not that the game is wonderful, it's extremely generic, it's not that the game draws you back with high end graphics - it's looking rough round the edges, though it's filled with chunky character. The game is a tutorial for 69 levels, and level 70 is simply a It's difficult to break a habit, but after a solid year of playing, it's finally happened. It's not that the game is wonderful, it's extremely generic, it's not that the game draws you back with high end graphics - it's looking rough round the edges, though it's filled with chunky character. The game is a tutorial for 69 levels, and level 70 is simply a mass of clickables that amount to 10 hour dungeon dives for armour griding, so it's not that the gameplay is particularly drawing. I really don't know what it is, but some people just seem to be infected by it, it drags you in and keeps a hold until you simply decide that you've had enough. I wouldn't even recommend trying it to be honest. As much fun as I had with it, I've paid over £150 for the privilege.… Expand
  59. 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.
  60. MichalS.
    May 25, 2008
    9
    One of the best games on pc.
  61. 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
  62. Nuubahbuubah
    Nov 23, 2004
    10
    Mmm...candy...I played the beta version and it was so yammy.
  63. 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.
  64. 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
  65. JimT.
    Feb 18, 2005
    10
    It's quite good.
  66. EnderW.
    Feb 20, 2005
    6
    I honestly don't get it. This one does not deserve the tag of RPG. Want to powergame, sure go ahead, but it wont last very long. Want to roleplay, go somewhere else. Where is the devirsity? Where is the options? Roleplaying is not only leveling your character, it is living it. Sure the world looks magnificent, but come on, everybody living in it look alike.
  67. 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
  68. 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
  69. 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.
  70. Al
    Jun 13, 2005
    5
    Frankly, its not the game that's to bad (damn quests are all the same, instances are okay though)... it's Blizzard. They, meaning the people currently working there, have ruined this game for me. Basically, cold responses to complaints, cryptic and almost always unfulfilled promises, and simple stupidity are the bane of this company. More later... now: I rolled a paladin, Frankly, its not the game that's to bad (damn quests are all the same, instances are okay though)... it's Blizzard. They, meaning the people currently working there, have ruined this game for me. Basically, cold responses to complaints, cryptic and almost always unfulfilled promises, and simple stupidity are the bane of this company. More later... now: I rolled a paladin, because I had heard they were a great class, I hit 40 and all hell broke loose. Blizzard ripped out the class' guts and let them rot in the sun! Still, I continued to play until I hit the level cap - 60. I was then redueced to a mobile potion, practically useless in any situation. I rolled a Warrior, and found out that I had drunk the Kool-Aid... this game blew, I found out by level 20 this time. While this happened, I noticed the same thing slowly happening to mages and hunters. Why now? Blizzard simply can't focus. First of, there's still horrible lag and Blizzard doesn't care. They're to concerned about making Shamen and Rogues unbeatable (yea, they all play em, find a Blizzard rep who doesn't) and getting Battlegrounds up and running (it's capture the f--king flag!). Fix this horrible problem, we're tired of dying due to LAG! Secondly, they have they're own agenda it seems, they focus on what they want to do rather than what the people want... BS. Never once have I seen a Blizzard rep actually impliment a fan suggestion in a fan supported game. Thirdly, the game is repetative and boring without any sense of continuity or direction. It boils down to who can hit 60 the quickest and who has that uber armor. THATS IT! It's not about fun, I eventually found myself feeling dissatisfied with my own gaming once I saw every other paladin in Lightforge (you'll find out...). So, basically, this game is flawed horribly because of the lack of concern coming from the higherups. It seems they got so carried away in presenting Battlegrounds and amazing loot that they stopped caring about originality and fun... By the way, why do I have to pay $13 bucks a month? Time to cancel... To think, a month ago I would have given this game a 8 or higher... HA. PS: Guild Wars is probably the best option for people looking for FUN.… Expand
  71. PatrickB.
    Nov 30, 2006
    7
    Quite a god game, but way toooo less support (ingame and forum). The bugs also disappoint very much, cause the game is now almost 2 years old, and there are bugs from the beginning without being fixed.
  72. 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.
  73. btk
    Jul 26, 2006
    5
    no I'm not playing the game anymore becuase of 1. poor customer service nice but ineffectual game masters - who's replies seem to be(4 out of 5 replies) either "not our problem" or "it's your own fault you must have modified the game" 2. time killing watses of time heavily padded game play - lot's of time spent waiting for respawns/ppl to arrive/transport - basically no I'm not playing the game anymore becuase of 1. poor customer service nice but ineffectual game masters - who's replies seem to be(4 out of 5 replies) either "not our problem" or "it's your own fault you must have modified the game" 2. time killing watses of time heavily padded game play - lot's of time spent waiting for respawns/ppl to arrive/transport - basically just seems to keep you on-line rather than in action 3. lack of an equal and "fair" design focus too much focus on carebear PvE - as many people have pointed out PvE is the most boring and repetitive aspect of the game but there's no way to just play PvP all the time - while you can level up and get nice rewards either through reputation or rank from PvP yopu CAN'T skill up - you have to grind in PvE to gain more skill 4. confused and poor new ideas Lack of clear direction - yes they have an expansion pack coming out but they come up with lame ideas like PvP in remote zones for short term rewards(buffs to your character rather than loot or skill) - basically NO-ONE wants to play sand castles 5. lack of direction for new player character creation Unless you check the third party websites you'll very likely end up as an alliance human character - which means double the wait time for PvP becuase of the the 2:1 or more ratio of Alliance to Horde characters There's no character limits so there are a lot of one type of character(warriors) and very few of others(priests/shamans) which means trying to set traditional groups up (tank, dps, dps, hunter, healer) is difficult when everyone is trying for the same healers in that bracket 6. weak/ineffectual grifing policies Small server size so you can end up with the same griefers every time you play - yes, there is an ignore feature and you can report them (see the first part) but you only have a limited number of ignore slots while griefers can effectively just create a different character to get around the ignores 7. no focus on casual players No diminishing returns policy as promised - basically if you want to you could play the game indefinitely (as many people do by botting with a macro) - this is a disadvantage for casuals but does mean that there's an incentive to stay on as long as possible - social life? friends? recreation time? 8. small population size The small server size does mean that they can fill up rapidly resulting in queue times and also a single person can dominate the auction house easiyl(i know i've done it - grinding is over-rated) 9. Lag can be very high servers lagging badly (especially at peak times on older servers) and one time events (AQ gates) crashing the server every time it happens - i suppose it's easier to pay someone to reboot than to fix/upgrade the server anyway that's pretty much it - thx for listening… Expand
  74. 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.
  75. 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
  76. 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
  77. 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.
  78. 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
  79. WilliamT.
    Jan 28, 2008
    5
    Fun, boring, varied, repetitive, vast, cramped, social, lonesome, cool, stupid, short and long. Pick whichever you want and there'll be people there to back you up.
  80. 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?
  81. JS
    Feb 23, 2008
    5
    Played this game since release, yet still cannot say many positive things about it in its current state. For starters, the leveling process is magnificent, probably the only really good thing about the game these days. It has been recently changed to minimize the time needed to achieve max level (from level 1), though the game starts to get old once you get there, as the only options you Played this game since release, yet still cannot say many positive things about it in its current state. For starters, the leveling process is magnificent, probably the only really good thing about the game these days. It has been recently changed to minimize the time needed to achieve max level (from level 1), though the game starts to get old once you get there, as the only options you have for game play are to either grind honor points or arena points (which is a currency used to buy weapons and armor) in a PvP environment, grind the (quite literally) same quests each day, or find a guild willing to accommodate you in their raiding endeavors. It wasn't always this lackluster, though. Previously, WoW focused largely on end-game PvE encounters (raids), and thus gave a wealth of development time to these areas of the game. However, the focus has since shifted to a very PvP oriented world, namely the addition of the arena system, and has left the glory days of World of Warcraft in the dust. The community is not at all receptive to new members, nor will it look kindly upon any form of role playing (even on specially tagged RP realms). All in all, don't come to World of Warcraft in search of a good, friendly group of dungeon crawlers - those days are, sadly, long gone.… Expand
  82. 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
  83. 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.
  84. 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.
  85. Phil
    Jun 18, 2008
    10
    Hate this game, too addictive. Should come with a health warning.
  86. 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
  87. 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
  88. 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
  89. 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
  90. PhilipD.
    Aug 21, 2009
    7
    This is a very good MMORPG, but i'm afraid the gameplay has stopped being "new". I myself have enjoyed many hours on this, but i just can't stand playing more then a few hours straight. I don't really get what people are getting addicted tot - it's a fun game, but in the end it is just as much as an MMORPG as others. WOW has nothing too special, except the big This is a very good MMORPG, but i'm afraid the gameplay has stopped being "new". I myself have enjoyed many hours on this, but i just can't stand playing more then a few hours straight. I don't really get what people are getting addicted tot - it's a fun game, but in the end it is just as much as an MMORPG as others. WOW has nothing too special, except the big userbase, but all-in it's a fun game.… Expand
  91. 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.
  92. ChezH.
    Jan 17, 2006
    6
    WoW may have been a 10 at release, although most beta testers would tell you differently; however, now it's hard to argue that this game is anything beyond mediocre to tepid. Many of it's alluring features have fallen through, just like the guild houses that EQ promised and never delivered for 5+ years. What's most harrowing is that WoW was billed as the EQ-killer because WoW may have been a 10 at release, although most beta testers would tell you differently; however, now it's hard to argue that this game is anything beyond mediocre to tepid. Many of it's alluring features have fallen through, just like the guild houses that EQ promised and never delivered for 5+ years. What's most harrowing is that WoW was billed as the EQ-killer because it had methods that prevented powergaming from completely overshadowing the casual gamer who can invest 1-2 hours per night after they come home from work. What we have seen, though, is that the playing field between powergamers and casual gamers (who, coincidentally, pay the same price to play) is still very uneven. While anyone would agree that time should, somehow, correlate to "success," most people would also agree that one of EQ's biggest failures was the fact that you had to invest so much time to get things done. WoW is headed down the very same path, instead of veering on a course which is less focused on time investment, and more focused on gameplay. For example, try getting exalted faction with Thorium Brotherhood, Timbermaw Furbolgs, Argent Dawn, Zanzalar Tribe, etc. and you will find that, with precious few exceptions, there is no way that someone who plays 4 hours per day will ever come close to half the "success" that someone who plays 8 hours per day will. With the release of Guild Wars, WoW may be the fad, but it's quite obvious that someone, somewhere, sat down and thought long and hard about how to make a game where thought and strategy account for more success than time played, and where the exp curve is more linear than exponential - meaning that going from level 19-20 takes approximately the same time as going from level 4-5, unlike WoW where levels 1-20 can be done in 1 in-game day, and 21-60 take an additional 7-8 in-game days for a powergamer, 15-20 for a casual gamer.… Expand
  93. 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.
  94. 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.
  95. WorldofWarcraft
    Feb 21, 2006
    6
    Great game for the first month or two, but after awhile you realise this is a MMO on easymode, you can reach end game without much effort and once you get there you're expected, almost, to devote 4 hours+ of your time for a single item, otherwise your character is uselss in every aspect of the game, which is annoying if you picked up the game for an easy-going ride. The game has a Great game for the first month or two, but after awhile you realise this is a MMO on easymode, you can reach end game without much effort and once you get there you're expected, almost, to devote 4 hours+ of your time for a single item, otherwise your character is uselss in every aspect of the game, which is annoying if you picked up the game for an easy-going ride. The game has a huge fanbase of ex-counter-strike players who are completey new to the genre, which explains why its so successful and getting such rave reviews. This game has to be one of the best games I've played on the PC however and the artwork in it is great.… Expand
  96. EriS
    Mar 28, 2006
    8
    I partially agree with William L. Yes it is true that they short cahnge people who don't play 24/7. However, I have been consistantly putting in about the same hours with times being upmore or less depending on the day (college life at Ivy leagues are great) but I do love the time when I can squeeze that hour in and just take an energy drink to make up for it. It is overall an I partially agree with William L. Yes it is true that they short cahnge people who don't play 24/7. However, I have been consistantly putting in about the same hours with times being upmore or less depending on the day (college life at Ivy leagues are great) but I do love the time when I can squeeze that hour in and just take an energy drink to make up for it. It is overall an intriguing and enjoyable game no matter who you are or how much time you have on your hands.… Expand
  97. LewisW.
    Nov 23, 2007
    2
    To be honest this isnt really a game, ITS A DRUG! I got hooked on it for 4 months and the whole time I was complaining to myself and my friends about all of the flaws and yet I still played it non-stop. The Flaws: 1. Completly rubbish and unbalanced starting areas. 2. Completly rubbish and unbalanced classes. (Warrior sucks, Warlock is a demon) 3. Terrible graphics and the geography dosnt To be honest this isnt really a game, ITS A DRUG! I got hooked on it for 4 months and the whole time I was complaining to myself and my friends about all of the flaws and yet I still played it non-stop. The Flaws: 1. Completly rubbish and unbalanced starting areas. 2. Completly rubbish and unbalanced classes. (Warrior sucks, Warlock is a demon) 3. Terrible graphics and the geography dosnt make sense. (Snowy Mountain Ranges next to Tropical Jungles) 4. 60 out of 70 levels are there to make you pay more. All the GOOD features are reserved for the high levels, ok there are a few quests early on, but after level 10 its just a grind fest that slowly gets more and more tedious until you get to level 30 when you will either: A. Realise your wasting your life, uninstall the game, cancel your account and warn everyone about this game. OR B. Keep playing until your skin turns green from sunlight depravation, then realise that your dog has died and you should have probably fed it instead of playing the game. But seriously this game is waste of your money and your life, dont try it youll get hooked but after seeing the light you will look back and ask: "How did i find a reason to pay for that piece of poo?"… Expand
  98. AnonymousMC
    Jan 19, 2007
    1
    Horrible, absolutely horrible customer service/game master department. Many people's accounts are getting hacked lately and Blizz isn't helping people at all. They are making everyone wait 4-5 weeks to investigate and many aren't getting any accomodation at all. Some are getting their accounts banned even with the blame being thrown on them (as if people are asking to beHorrible, absolutely horrible customer service/game master department. Many people's accounts are getting hacked lately and Blizz isn't helping people at all. They are making everyone wait 4-5 weeks to investigate and many aren't getting any accomodation at all. Some are getting their accounts banned even with the blame being thrown on them (as if people are asking to be hacked and lose everything). Post anything at all on forums making them look bad and it will be deleted then forum access revoked. GG blizz. Recommend going elsewhere for your gaming dollar. Blizz does not care about the player.… Expand
  99. ClaytonB.
    Oct 22, 2007
    9
    Ive been playing WoW for about two years. The only thing I cant stand is the leveling. It takes entirely to long to get to the upper levels. Normally this wouldn't be a problem, but Blizzard only creates new contents for the higher levels. so re rolling a character can get boring and repetitive. other than that good work!
  100. DylanP.
    Oct 27, 2007
    2
    Totally overrated. Blizzard is one of my favourite companies, however this monstrosity of an MMO will leave you disappointed dispite all the hype. At first glance, you will be in awe of the vast and creative world set before you. The huge world that requires very little loading between zones presents to you a huge task of WALKING everywhere until you hit level 40. At first you will hit Totally overrated. Blizzard is one of my favourite companies, however this monstrosity of an MMO will leave you disappointed dispite all the hype. At first glance, you will be in awe of the vast and creative world set before you. The huge world that requires very little loading between zones presents to you a huge task of WALKING everywhere until you hit level 40. At first you will hit level 5 and go this is great, and then you will hit level 10 and will soon realize that you are running in circles. This repetitive gameplay will annoy and frustrate you and you will soon discover that its like this the whole game all the way up until you hit level 60. And the expansion, they follow the same format, AWE and then disgust/boredom up until level 70. Anyone who says this game deserves a 10 has absolutely no idea what they are talking about, or has chosen this game to be their first MMORPG.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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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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