Guild Wars 2

Ok, so QJ might not be perfect but I still consider it the best content update next to Lost Shores. Even tho I couldn’t believe that there is another festival coming. So what do I like about it?

1. finally some challenge! I know that there are some people that say that it’s only about the damage or it’s to easy… I don’t! I think it’s a lot fun to run the gauntlet! I don’t use dulfy or anything else to make it easier. I just enjoy it as it was intended. And I have a lot of fun with it!
2. finally some meaningful reward! As I consider the new mini pet that is rewarded for completing the gauntlet. And I don’t mean that having it means that I have to much free time and like to spend it roaming around collecting kite baskets… It means that I could complete something difficult. And that is great!
3. great mechanic that ties dynamic events with the gauntlet challenge. I mean the fact that we need to participate in the events to get access into the gauntlet. I think that this mechanic should be used all over the game. Orr events could be tied like this with the temple assaults. Great design idea here. Just use it!
4. I also like the fact that QJ shows how the new champion rewards work. By showing that different champions from different parts of the world give different rewards. Also job well done.
5. Achievements that really feel like they should. Maybe not all of them… But still. It’s a step in a good direction.
6. finally some open world content! I love the fact that everything is happening in the persistent world. I know there are some issues with the frame rate in the gauntlet. But still… The fact that I can watch other people fighting… And my friends can watch me… Feels more like a online game! I really appreciate the effort! Thanks!
7. great introduction instance. I know what’s the festival is about and that’s all what I need. Some kudos for that to.
8. and last but not least… I’ve finally found a use for my character skills. I was so tired of the mini games and all the skills tied to them so that the true combat really feels great now.

So to sum it up: some great designs here and a step in the right direction. It really gave me some hope about the game. I know that there is a lot of things that aren’t so great. But still it’s the best update to date next to Lost Shores.