Guild Wars 2

When i start leveling in the start zone i can enter instanced that say what level is recommended to enter although u can enter it at any level. But are those small instances really neccesary to be the level that is recommended as in should i level up if i need to be higher or should i just do them and follow the story as i go along?

If the level says its higher than yours, then simply go and do some more hearts or exploration. You can even craft or cut down trees or mine ore. Then when you get the right level you can come back. You dont have to do the story instance right away. You can come back to it later.

I will note, however, that you can usually do an instance that is 2 or 3 levels above you, depending on your class and build. Those warnings usually means there a decent battle ahead, so if you feel confident (or have some friends with you), go ahead and try it out.

it’s just a guideline. You may be able to do the storyline or quest while under the recomended level or you may not be able to. at times I have gone in a few levels below and had no issues. Other times I have my kitten handed to me and i go off and level.

where is really counts is when you are at a level that allows you to get ‘new gear.’ I had a few runs at a lvl 10 storyline once. While I was under leveled i couldn’t do it. Once i hit 10 I crafted up new armor and weapons and flew through it.

well seems i should just level up and just craft/gather more things and then when im the appropriate level to do them i will do them :P