Guild Wars
News, coverage and analysis tracking Guild Wars across the outlets.
ArenaNet announces Guild Wars 3, promising 'an entirely new type of MMO experience'ArenaNet has officially announced Guild Wars 3, an entirely new MMORPG experience set over a thousand years before the original Guild Wars in the Tyrian region of Orr. Studio head Colin Johanson stated the game aims to push the genre forward with innovative features, including a unique movement system and player-controlled spirits called Seekers. While no release date is set, a beta is planned for fall 2027.- Massively OP Podcast Episode 567: One… billion… dollars!The Massively OP Podcast episode 567 covers Star Citizen's crowdfunding milestone, the shutdown of Destiny 2 and Closers Online, a mobile client for Guild Wars, and subscription cost increases for The Lord of the Rings Online. The hosts also discuss upcoming expansions for Dungeons & Dragons Online and Throne and Liberty, and Camelot Unchained entering early access.
- Avtäcks Guild Wars 3 på fredag?ArenaNet has teased a new Guild Wars announcement set for June 5, 2026, coinciding with the Summer Game Fest. While the teaser suggests a potential reveal for Guild Wars 3, speculation also includes a remake or a Guild Wars 2 expansion. Ncsoft, ArenaNet's parent company, previously mentioned work on Guild Wars 3.
- ArenaNet has opened a Guild Wars franchise Discord – and no, it’s not killing the Guild Wars 2 forumsArenaNet has launched an official Discord server for the Guild Wars franchise, aiming to create a unified community space for fans of both Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2. The company assures players that the Guild Wars 2 forums will remain active, despite the introduction of the new Discord server.
Guild Wars 3 rumors swirl after cryptic ArenaNet posts: "Big things in the games industry are brewing"ArenaNet has posted cryptic messages on social media, fueling speculation about a potential Guild Wars 3 announcement at Summer Game Fest. The developer is also hiring for an unannounced project utilizing Unreal Engine 5, further suggesting significant new developments beyond Guild Wars 2 and the original Guild Wars.
Guild Wars teaser has fans hyped up about a potential Guild Wars 3 announcement, and ArenaNet isn't outright…ArenaNet has released a cryptic teaser hinting at a major announcement during Summer Game Fest on June 5th, 2026, leading to speculation about a potential Guild Wars 3. The teaser was posted across both Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2 accounts, and the company's "no comment" response has fueled fan excitement for something beyond a typical expansion.- Guild Wars Reforged opens mobile UI testing for all, sends Reforged mode into beta with title revisionsArenaNet has opened mobile UI testing for Guild Wars Reforged, with a full launch targeted for June 24th, and the Reforged mode is now in beta and default for new characters. The studio has also decided against marking titles earned in Reforged mode to avoid discouraging veteran players, instead introducing a 'Veteran mode' to preserve the classic experience.
- Guild Wars Reforged has soft-launched its mobile port early in a handful of regionsArenaNet has soft-launched the mobile port of Guild Wars on Android and iOS in Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Canada. Players can log in with existing accounts if they own the game, while new players can access a free version of the base game with limitations. The developers are seeking feedback on the new mobile renderer and HUD.
NC AMERICA CALLS ON GLOBAL PLAYERS TO JOIN LIMIT ZERO BREAKERS ‘PROLOGUE TEST’ SIGN-UPS TODAYNC America has opened sign-ups for the 'Prologue Test' for its anime-style action RPG, Limit Zero Breakers. Players can register for free on Steam, Google Play, and the App Store until June 2nd to get a sneak peek at the game's core gameplay, characters, and storyline. The test will run from June 10th to June 15th.- MMO Week in Review: Guild Wars in your pocketArenaNet announced a mobile port of Guild Wars Reforged with cross-progression, coinciding with the game's 21st anniversary. This week also saw Final Fantasy XIV patch 7.5, Pearl Abyss selling EVE Online studio CCP Games to its management, and Star Wars The Old Republic revealing the planet Ryloth for its 8.0 update.
- Vague Patch Notes: Stories in MMOs have always been hereThis opinion piece argues that storytelling in MMORPGs is not a new phenomenon, citing examples from Ultima Online, World of Warcraft, and Guild Wars. While the presentation and execution of narratives have evolved, the core concept of integrating stories into MMOs has been present since the genre's inception. The author highlights how developers have consistently grappled with balancing overarching narratives and player-driven adventures.
- Guild Wars 2 has begun teasing Visions of Eternity’s The Only Way, launching May 12ArenaNet has begun teasing "The Only Way," the next part of the Guild Wars 2 expansion Visions of Eternity, set to launch on May 12th. The content will focus on mapping and story, with influencers sharing glimpses of a new map, a jumping puzzle, and a potential otter Ranger pet. A spoiler-filled recap video confirmed the name and release date for this quarterly patch.
- Perfect Ten: MMORPGs that indulge in character multiclassing and subclassingThis article lists ten MMORPGs that feature multiclassing or subclassing systems, allowing players to combine different classes for unique character builds. Games like City of Heroes, Dungeons and Dragons Online, and Elder Scrolls Online are highlighted for their robust or mandatory multiclassing mechanics.
‘Guild Wars Reforged’ Launches on iOS and Android Devices This SummerArenaNet announced that Guild Wars Reforged, the acclaimed MMORPG, will launch on iOS and Android devices this summer with an optimized UI and controls. The game will be free-to-play with an ad-supported client for the original Prophecies campaign, with expansions available for purchase. Players can sync their characters and progress across mobile and PC platforms, playing together on the same servers.
Guild Wars Reforged Will Be Free On Mobile, With A CatchArenaNet is releasing Guild Wars Reforged, a quasi-remaster of the 2005 MMORPG, for free on iOS and Android devices this summer. The initial Prophecies campaign will include ads, with players needing to purchase additional campaigns on PC to go ad-free. Those who already own the PC version can link their accounts for complete, ad-free access and synchronized progress across platforms.
After 21 years, Guild Wars Reforged now lets you name yourself like a World of Warcraft character, so now I'm just JohnGuild Wars Reforged has implemented an update allowing players to use single-word character names, a change that comes 21 years after the original game's release. This update, developed by ArenaNet, also brings improved controller support and Steam Deck verification to the MMORPG. The game is available on Steam for $19.99.- CODEX MORTIS ships 12 updates in 19 days as first 100% AI-developed indie titleThe AI-developed indie title CODEX MORTIS has received twelve updates in its first nineteen days of Steam Early Access, showcasing a rapid iteration cycle. Developed by GROLAF and published by CRUNCHFEST, the game utilizes AI for all production aspects, including code, art, sound, and music, aiming to prove the viability of AI-driven game development pipelines. The game, described as a blend of Vampire Survivors and Guild Wars, is Steam Deck Verified and actively incorporates community feedback.
- Massively Overthinking: Are you looking for a ‘forever game’ in your MMORPGs?This article discusses the concept of 'forever games,' particularly within the MMORPG genre. While some developers aim to create infinitely replayable experiences, others argue for self-contained, satisfying single-player games. The staff shares their personal definitions of 'forever games,' with some seeking long-term MMO homes and others valuing quality over sheer quantity of content.
- PSA: Guild Wars Reforged and its DLC are super cheap for its 21st birthday monthArenaNet is celebrating the 21st anniversary of Guild Wars with a significant sale on the classic game and its expansions, including Guild Wars Reforged and Eye of the North. The sale also includes the Guild Wars Bonus Mission Pack. A recent patch introduced a new dungeon in pre-Searing Ascalon and added Devona as a hero.
- Guild Wars Reforged patches in a new pre-Searing dungeon, Devona hero, and nostalgia modeGuild Wars Reforged has received a new update introducing a pre-Searing dungeon in Reforged Mode and making the character Devona available as a party hero. The patch also includes a hotkey for identifying items, a button to sort crafting materials, and a 'Nostalgia Mode' graphics setting that emulates a CRT monitor.