Guild Wars 2

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/ About /

Guild Wars 2 is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by ArenaNet, set in the fantasy world of Tyria. Players can explore expansive maps, engage in story-driven content, and participate in PvP and world events. The game offers a free-to-play base experience with paid expansions such as Visions of Eternity.

/ How it works /

Players create characters and explore a persistent online world, progressing through story expansions, earning gear and masteries, and competing in PvP or cooperative world events.

/ Who it's for /

Online RPG gamers and MMORPG enthusiasts

/ More info /

Background.

Status
launched
Business model
freemium
Company
ArenaNet
Launched
Aug 2012
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