Reinstalling Guild Wars To Attempt Another Playthrough.

Lets face it, you probably already know my opinion with Guild Wars already, however, if you aren't then I'll share a few reasons for me disliking this game.

Jumping into Guild Wars, immediately I was disappointed by the structure of how the player explores the world. The only way to meet other people was to be in a City, or questing with a party, which really puts a hole in the game to even be consider as an mmorpg, granted it was well received as an mmo(And it isn't, though you can make an argument).

The gameplay was simply awful, specifically the combat. I can tolerate the nature of it in a PvE setting, but as a PvP game, it just doesn't do it for me. A more dynamic combat system will be my preference in a game like Guild Wars. Compared to a game like WoW in a PvP setting, Guild Wars lacks depth and it doesn't feel intuitive.

I'm willing to play this game again and maybe go into Guild Wars with a different agenda and enjoy it as a PvE RPG and nothing more.

I'm willing to play this game again and maybe go into Guild Wars with a different agenda and enjoy it as a PvE RPG and nothing more.

OoSuperMarioO

I wouldn't waste your time. Go for LOTRO instead.

If there's even a remote chance you might like PvE in an MMORPG, you'll definitely like LOTRO. I myself am more of a PvP person, but I think I might be getting back into LOTRO just for kicks.

its not too good anymore as there are less people on it but i always enjoyed it

the pvp was mostly picking the right skills

[QUOTE="OoSuperMarioO"]

I'm willing to play this game again and maybe go into Guild Wars with a different agenda and enjoy it as a PvE RPG and nothing more.

airshocker

I wouldn't waste your time. Go for LOTRO instead.

If there's even a remote chance you might like PvE in an MMORPG, you'll definitely like LOTRO. I myself am more of a PvP person, but I think I might be getting back into LOTRO just for kicks.

Yeah I tried to get into Guild Wars multiple times but I always lose interest and quit. It's a decent game, just seems to be lacking something. The online isn't open world, and the combat isn't satisfying to me.zomglolcats

Tried another playthrough and my eyes were literally bleeding with boredom, lol...

Its an old game, what did you expect from a 5 year old game?the_ChEeSe_mAn2

[QUOTE="the_ChEeSe_mAn2"]Its an old game, what did you expect from a 5 year old game?OoSuperMarioO

The advantage of Guild Wars is being able to play without monthly fees.

OoSuperMarioO

It's not really an advantage if you can afford it. I don't mind paying for quality.

Loved Guild Wars for over 3 years, can't wait for GW2.

I'm surprised to see the negative reactions in this thread, generally people have a positive opinion of it.

Plenty of quality in Guild Wars, the original game, Prophecies was definitely one of the best games of 2005.

Loved Guild Wars for over 3 years, can't wait for GW2.

I'm surprised to see the negative reactions in this thread, generally people have a positive opinion of it.

Plenty of quality in Guild Wars, the original game, Prophecies was definitely one of the best games of 2005.

AFBrat77

Loved Guild Wars for over 3 years, can't wait for GW2.

I'm surprised to see the negative reactions in this thread, generally people have a positive opinion of it.

Plenty of quality in Guild Wars, the original game, Prophecies was definitely one of the best games of 2005.

AFBrat77

[QUOTE="AFBrat77"]

Loved Guild Wars for over 3 years, can't wait for GW2.

I'm surprised to see the negative reactions in this thread, generally people have a positive opinion of it.

Plenty of quality in Guild Wars, the original game, Prophecies was definitely one of the best games of 2005.

zomglolcats

I prefer Guild Wars over World of Borecraft and its cartoony graphics:)

Guild Wars is better than most pay-to-play rip-off MMO's, ArenaNet has constantly taken care to improve the game since inception.

Wonderful game, particularly the original game, now called Prophecies. GW2 will deliver a final sendoff knockout punch to WoW and its expansions. First one didn't but the second one will.

Ironically GW2's biggest competitor will be Blizzard's own Diablo 3.

[QUOTE="zomglolcats"]

[QUOTE="AFBrat77"]

Loved Guild Wars for over 3 years, can't wait for GW2.

I'm surprised to see the negative reactions in this thread, generally people have a positive opinion of it.

Plenty of quality in Guild Wars, the original game, Prophecies was definitely one of the best games of 2005.

AFBrat77

I prefer Guild Wars over World of Borecraft and its cartoony graphics:)

Guild Wars is better than most pay-to-play rip-off MMO's, ArenaNet has constantly taken care to improve the game since inception.

Buy this:

http://www.amazon.com/PC-GUILD-WARS-PLATINUM-PC/dp/B000WJQXQE/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1261861501&sr=8-5

...and never have to worry about a monthly fee.

Then, join one of these guilds:

http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/

by contacting the leader in the guild article and asking to join, some of these still have close to 100 guild members

finally,

put this on your favorites, its your GW Bible:

http://guildwars.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page

[QUOTE="zomglolcats"]

[QUOTE="AFBrat77"]

Loved Guild Wars for over 3 years, can't wait for GW2.

I'm surprised to see the negative reactions in this thread, generally people have a positive opinion of it.

Plenty of quality in Guild Wars, the original game, Prophecies was definitely one of the best games of 2005.

AFBrat77

I prefer Guild Wars over World of Borecraft and its cartoony graphics:)

Guild Wars is better than most pay-to-play rip-off MMO's, ArenaNet has constantly taken care to improve the game since inception.

Wonderful game, particularly the original game, now called Prophecies. GW2 will deliver a final sendoff knockout punch to WoW and its expansions. First one didn't but the second one will.

Ironically GW2's biggest competitor will be Blizzard's own Diablo 3.

I watched high end PvP for Guild Wars(or at least I hoped it was high end PvP, lol..) and it still seem very basic to a PvP system like Arena in WoW that has much more depth and is more dynamic. Yes, the game is free, but it's hard to enjoy it when you've experienced a game with a far better system.

If there are any recommendations to enjoying Guild Wars, granted with my background in WoW, then indeed it will be marvelous to know.

Buy this:

http://www.amazon.com/PC-GUILD-WARS-PLATINUM-PC/dp/B000WJQXQE/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1261861501&sr=8-5

...and never have to worry about a monthly fee.

Then, join one of these guilds:

http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/

by contacting the leader in the guild article and asking to join, some of these still have close to 100 guild members

finally,

put this on your favorites, its your GW Bible:

http://guildwars.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page

AFBrat77

Is it possible to modified the game with add ons? Is it possible to use macros?

OoSuperMarioO

If the PvP game-play in Guild Wars is so simplistic and "basic" then why on earth would you need or want add-ons and macros?

[QUOTE="OoSuperMarioO"]

Is it possible to modified the game with add ons? Is it possible to use macros?

-wildflower-

If the PvP game-play in Guild Wars is so simplistic and "basic" then why on earth would you need or want add-ons and macros?

[QUOTE="AFBrat77"]

Buy this:

http://www.amazon.com/PC-GUILD-WARS-PLATINUM-PC/dp/B000WJQXQE/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1261861501&sr=8-5

...and never have to worry about a monthly fee.

Then, join one of these guilds:

http://www.guildwars.com/community/guildweek/

by contacting the leader in the guild article and asking to join, some of these still have close to 100 guild members

finally,

put this on your favorites, its your GW Bible:

http://guildwars.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page

OoSuperMarioO

Is it possible to modified the game with add ons?

No

Is it possible to use macros?

For what?

[QUOTE="OoSuperMarioO"]

[QUOTE="AFBrat77"]

GPAddict

Is it possible to modified the game with add ons?

No

Is it possible to use macros?

For what?

-Item swapping(Swap armor, weapons ect.)

-Multiple Casting(Unless every cast in GW is shared on a GCD.)

i don't get how the combat is bad?

everyone says 'ooh dragon age combat so fun". well guildwars is exactly the same systembut smoother with 100x more skills to choose from? and its multiplayer? i mean seriously?

if you dont like that sort of thing i really suggest you uninstall because theres really no reason for you to waste your time.

Ill say that after playing guildwars i find the dragon age combata little sluggish. I don't really play it anymore due to the lack of additional content to explore and the dwindling player base.

I also highly dislike this micro transactions thing they got going. They always come up with excuses "oh theres only 2 people working on guildwars 1 and non of them are programmers" and guess whos fault that is. But then they introduce all these new skins, costumes, character redos that they said they couldnt code the moment micro transactions are involved. end off-topic rant

I completely gave up on Guild Wars... it bored me to tears.

If you think the PvP is awful, you're not doing it right. GW PvP is probably the best PvP for a roleplaying game available.F1_2004

For once I actually agree with you. :o

The PVP combat is extremely well balanced and completely dependant on builds, team strategy and player skill - unlike, say, WoW's, where the victor tends to be the one with the best gear.

Anyway, the game is stale and dying now, but back in the day it was fantastic. It might be worth playing through as a lead-in to Guild Wars 2, but there isn't much in it anymore for more casual players.

Anyway, the game is stale and dying now, but back in the day it was fantastic. It might be worth playing through as a lead-in to Guild Wars 2, but there isn't much in it anymore for more casual players.

Planeforger

Oh the good old days. I cant wait to for the unvieling of GW2. I'm so there.

I can't really comment on what Guild Wars is like now. I played it for over 2 years and enjoyed it immensely. But I did pretty much all I wanted to do, and sure I go back to it every now and then, but I got many games I want to enjoy and also need to maintain a social life, so I don't die a lonely gamer. :)

Its a game I will never forget.

I'm excited for Guild Wars 2..I want to see some gameplay to see how they have improved some of the mechanics.

I'm excited for Guild Wars 2..I want to see some gameplay to see how they have improved some of the mechanics.

crazymaghie123

I'd go to www.guildwars2.com and watch the new trailer, the game looks incredible to be honest

And the PvP system of Guild Wars was something I always enjoyed, it wasn't something you just jumped into, you had to know the builds of 8 skills that might be used by good teams and find a way to combat it, using stronger skills and glyphs that would nullify the opponents strongest attack etc.

As for PvE, I enjoyed it a lot with friends or a large guild with a friendly community, at this time I'm finished everything so I got bored and stopped but at it's peak it was the most enjoyable game I've ever played putting in 1000+ hours in total over the 10 characters that I reguraly switched between

Though playing it after WoW gives it a bad look, because of the lack of differentiated items and massive raid groups.

Though Guild Wars 2 is for sure gonna be something to raise the bar of MMO's

[QUOTE="Planeforger"]

Anyway, the game is stale and dying now, but back in the day it was fantastic. It might be worth playing through as a lead-in to Guild Wars 2, but there isn't much in it anymore for more casual players.

GPAddict

Oh the good old days. I cant wait to for the unvieling of GW2. I'm so there.

I can't really comment on what Guild Wars is like now. I played it for over 2 years and enjoyed it immensely. But I did pretty much all I wanted to do, and sure I go back to it every now and then, but I got many games I want to enjoy and also need to maintain a social life, so I don't die a lonely gamer. :)

Its a game I will never forget.

I'm with you GP, I'm all set for GW2.

Well my Mesmer (my first and fav character) only has 18 Titles, I guess I could go back and get some cheaptitles for Hall of Monuments.