Guild Wars 2
Adventure
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
Free To Play
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
In-App Purchases

Guild Wars 2 is an award-winning online roleplaying game with fast-paced action combat, deep character customization, and no subscription fee required. Choose from an arsenal of professions and weapons, explore a vast open world, compete in PVP modes and more. Join over 16 million players now!

Developers: ArenaNet®
Publishers: ArenaNet®
Release Date: Aug 23, 2022
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 3.8k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(89%)
free-to-play
engaging combat
dynamic events
horizontal progression
friendly community
expansion necessity
graphics charm
monetization practices
horizontal progression
community engagement
technical issues
unengaging story
expansion paywalls
tedious grinding
outdated graphics
The general sentiment from reviewers is largely positive, with many praising the free-to-play model and content offered without subscription. Combat, exploration, and community interactions often receive appreciation. However, technical issues such as login and account issues on Steam and monetization practices involving expansions garner criticism. Many are divided on the graphics, with some viewing them as charmingly classic, while others consider them outdated. Overall, the game offers an enjoyable and engaging experience, though it's not without its challenges.

Positive Points

  • The game is free-to-play with a generous amount of content available without a subscription.
  • Many players appreciate the engaging combat system and its fluid mechanics.
  • Exploration and dynamic events are praised for making the world feel alive.
  • Players appreciate the lack of a gear treadmill, with horizontal progression meaning gear remains relevant for long periods.
  • The community is generally considered friendly and helpful.
  • Negative Points

  • There are technical issues, especially with the Steam launcher, which affects logging in and account linking.
  • Some players find the story and dialogue unengaging and overly drawn out.
  • Many features and enhancements are perceived to be locked behind expansions or require microtransactions.
  • Grinding for some core features like mounts or certain masteries is considered tedious by some players.
  • Mixed Points

  • The monetization system is debated; while cosmetics and convenience items are praised for not being pay-to-win, others feel the expansion and living world paywalls are misleading.
  • Graphics and performance are seen as outdated by some but still fitting and charming by others.
  • The game’s horizontal progression is seen as both a positive for its respect of player time, and a negative for lack of continual new challenge.
  • Common Themes

  • The game has a strong emphasis on exploration and non-linear progression, which appeals to many players looking for a more relaxed MMO experience.
  • Community engagement and collaborative gameplay are highly valued by players, with world events and collaborative PvE content receiving praise.
  • Technical and account management issues, particularly with Steam integration, are a common complaint among players.
  • The expansions are seen as necessary for a full game experience but are regularly the subject of debate over value and necessity.
  • Updated 9/30/2025, 12:01:58 AM UTC