Guild Wars 2

Yay, my ESO imperial box’s just come to my place!

Lemme know when ANet brings an expansion pack.

Enjoy your time until then, guys!

Azreell.1568:

Corpus Christi.2057:

This “feature patch”, so far, looks like a joke.

I hope they have ‘expansion-like’ content ready for us in the summer.

I just read your sig.

I now understand your discontent lol.

One of the things, indeed. This is one of those few games that kittened up the ranger profession totally. And I’ve always played it in MMOs.

GW3, bring it on!

At first I was like, “wow, feature pack, it’s gonna rock!”, but now I’ve realised that this game’s doomed. 2 years and almsot no new permanent content.

God, forgive ANet for their mistakes…

GW3 is the only thing that may actually save this game!:)

This “feature patch”, so far, looks like a joke.

I hope they have ‘expansion-like’ content ready for us in the summer.

Too busy doing what? Non-permanent content this game is based on? True that, sire.

Next!

GW2’s lost its chance. I still play the game occasionally ‘cos of the friends I have made in the game. Tbh, out of 223 initial guildmates that played actively in the first 6 months since the game’s premiere, now there is 12 of us who still play just to spend time together. However, we’re soon heading for ‘The Division’ when it premieres.

nGumball.1283:

Dark Catalyst.1028:

nGumball.1283:

GW2 is a superior game to almost every MMO in the western industry atm and Wildstar/ESO are both average ones. People would like WS/ESO for a fresh experience however neither bring anything major to the industry.

Is this sarcasm?

No, these are facts

Are people still confusing facts/opinions? God, no wonder this game is falling apart if the playerbase is so undereducated…

Well, what is certain is that they have to bring something more “exciting” than what we have heard so far.

Too many things happening in the game market this year, including MMO market.

This game’s been idle for almost 2 years now – and please, dont try to sell me the Living Story bullkitten – so there’s got to be something big in the summer GW2 calendar. Expansion-worthy content maybe?

The future of this game as we know it will be decided this year. Let’s see what ANet has in store for us ( gem store allusion coincidental ).

No wonder there’s no one, this game is dying… Even on Desolation, the biggest server, there are fewer people nowadays.

When the EU and NA version of “ArcheAge” is out, ANet will regret not concentrating on the quality of their LS or an expansion. And to be more serious, this game is almost 2 years old and it hasn’t released any substantial permanent content within their ‘living story concept". New players are likely to skip the game ’cos they won’t be able to put their hands on the past LS content ( what 3 of my friends said when I asked them whether they would like to start playing GW2 ).

The sole reason why the last 15 people in my guild, which in the first 6 months of the game counted approx. 120 active players, still play this game is because we have become real life friends. This game is what introduced us to ourselves.

I really feel strong about Guild Wars 1 as it was the game of my early childhood. It is still one of the best selling PC games ever with over 8 mln copies sold – and remember, at the time its rival was the best selling PC game/MMO ever – World of Warcraft.

This post is not meant to be inflammatory, its purpose is to give you my opinion on the topic. And the topic is: why I believe ANet’s lost its opportunity with a terribly EXECUTED model of quite an original “living story”.

I am sorry to say this, I really am, as a fan of my beloved GW I hoped for something of the same quality, and what I got is disappointing.

Best regards

funkylovemonkey.3097:

I think the major disappointment here is that, despite Anet being a much larger company then during the GW1 days, comparably little new content has been released so far. The Living Story is fine… flawed but occasionally entertaining. Unfortunately those flaws are made worse by the fact that they are the ONLY source of new content for the foreseeable future.

GW2 has been out for about 19 months now. At 18 months GW1 had released both Factions and Nightfall. During that time there were non-expansion updates of GW1 that included balance, polish, holiday updates and the addition of Sorrow’s Furnace. So GW2 and GW1 are at a place where we can compare the two (not including holidays, which were included in GW1 separate from expansions)

- —-———————Nightfall —- Factions —-Living Story
New Zones-—————34———-33———————1
New Guild Halls———4————4———————-0
New Professions———2————2———————-0
New Armor sets
(through
normal gameplay)——-54———80———————-0
New Weapons
(through
normal gameplay)——115+—-110+——————-34
New Skills—————-460——330———————-9

(As a note, I couldn’t find an exact number for armor and weapons, so I did a quick count on wiki, so those numbers aren’t exact, but the point remains).

As far as quests and missions are concerned, I couldn’t find an exact number for the living story, since they’re a combination of dungeons, achievements and events. But Nightfall added 20 missions and 250 quests and Factions added 13 missions and 200 quests. And, perhaps more important then the number, they were permanent. Both also added permanent elite areas which have no real comparison in GW2 except perhaps fractals or dungeons, but I’m not sure how comparable they are.

All this, despite the fact that Anet was a significantly smaller company back then. If the Living Story were actually comparable to what Anet had previously defined as expansions, I think a lot more people would be happy. Instead it feels like we get these meager releases focused around the Gem store. I’m sure it’s lucrative for them, but it’s a far worse game experience for me.

Hope the blind kinds behind “LS rocks, give it time” finally see through the cloud of their misconceived world. This game is almost 2 years old. Face it: it does not stand to the epicness of the Guild Wars 1 ( still one of the best selling PC games ever ).
Unfortunately, I’m afraid it’s a little bit too late for ANet to do anything about it. I’m not entirely sure the x-pac would save this game now that so many people have left it. New playerbase? Don’t think so – look at the games soon-to-be-out in 2014.
A lost chance. It was supposed to be one of the best MMOs ever. I’m afraid it failed, above all, due to the idea of the poorly executed LS.

Quote from Arrow: “You have failed this city!”

Inculpatus cedo.9234:

I would guess it is because they have little faith that we will get new zones, professions, etc. without one.

I don’t feel that way, I think the LS method of content delivery can give us those things.

This game is soon to be 2 years old.

Within this time, how many permanent, explorable zones like that of Queensdale for instance, did you get?

Faith? Be serious. It’s too late for that.

The only thing that will keep this game alive is a paid expansion. Nothing else.

If you think you’ve got a better solution? Please, do suggest it, but keep in mind one thing – be realistic about the game’s present quality of LS content.

I feel sorry for people who do that.

There is no rational explanation for people doing that, i.e. every single ap every single day throughout the year.

That’s sick.

No further comments required.

The answer is obvious: Transfer to the best server in the world, i.e. Desolation.

Edit: Plenty of Yankies/Canadians here.

Aveneo.2068:

Allie Murdock.8152:

Ranger Design Philosophy: Please keep this in mind when posting feedback.
The Ranger is a resilient profession that excels at skirmishing by drawing from nature to support themselves as well as their allies. Alongside their pet, they have some of the best single target and sustained damage that will whittle their opponents down.

I just need to ask, why the complete shift in design philosophy and the complete exclusion of the archer aspect all of a sudden?

Rangers rely on a keen eye, a steady hand, and the power of nature itself. Unparalleled archers, rangers are capable of bringing down foes from a distance with their bows. With traps, nature spirits, and a stable of loyal pets at their command, rangers can adapt to any situation.

Precisely.

No idea what happened to the ranger profession in GW2. It was very promising. I myself have 3 maxed out rangers, which serve me in PvE and PvP. Although I’ve always played a ranger class in MMOs, I feel it has become somewhat misunderstood here. Just like you said, the philosophy has shifted from a nature driven master of bow with a pet companion to something… broken.
Hope this thread will have it fixed in the nearest future.

ZudetGambeous.9573:

Zypher.7609:

Corpus Christi.2057:

Can someone please give me a convincing argument why this Atlas was created? I’d be really thankful, as I can’t really find anything ‘useful’ or ‘interesting’, or ‘entertaining’ about it. At the same time, the time they may have speant on making it could be devoted to… let’s say… a new dungeon.
I mean, I understand and accept that some people that in some mystical way could be very pleased to see something like this Atlas, but I can’t.

Using this reasoning, for the amount of time this person complains on the forums. Why is he/she not out saving lives or doing something that is actually beneficial to the world. Can some one please give me a convincing argument why this is not happening?

On the happy note, this is awesome. Can’t wait for each release when new dots get added. This is definitely a great step for current and new players to check out what has been going on in the living world.

I don’t know about you… but playing GW2 I’ve saved something like 20,000 lives. Far more than I would by going outside and trying to save people.

+1, especially in the most recent release.:D

Zypher.7609:

Corpus Christi.2057:

Can someone please give me a convincing argument why this Atlas was created? I’d be really thankful, as I can’t really find anything ‘useful’ or ‘interesting’, or ‘entertaining’ about it. At the same time, the time they may have speant on making it could be devoted to… let’s say… a new dungeon.
I mean, I understand and accept that some people that in some mystical way could be very pleased to see something like this Atlas, but I can’t.

Using this reasoning, for the amount of time this person complains on the forums. Why is he/she not out saving lives or doing something that is actually beneficial to the world. Can some one please give me a convincing argument why this is not happening?

On the happy note, this is awesome. Can’t wait for each release when new dots get added. This is definitely a great step for current and new players to check out what has been going on in the living world.

Your analogy is terrible. Won’t even dwell on it.

On the other hand, you gave me a valid reason. It’s a nice tool for newcomers to understand the LS.

Thank you.

Vol.7601:

Corpus Christi.2057:

Can someone please give me a convincing argument why this Atlas was created? I’d be really thankful, as I can’t really find anything ‘useful’ or ‘interesting’, or ‘entertaining’ about it. At the same time, the time they may have speant on making it could be devoted to… let’s say… a new dungeon.
I mean, I understand and accept that some people that in some mystical way could be very pleased to see something like this Atlas, but I can’t.

The people designing a website aren’t the same people who design a dungeon. The people who design this website would be creating other online tools…

Well, it still doesn’t answer the question I stated.

Can someone please give me a convincing argument why this Atlas was created? I’d be really thankful, as I can’t really find anything ‘useful’ or ‘interesting’, or ‘entertaining’ about it. At the same time, the time they may have speant on making it could be devoted to… let’s say… a new dungeon.
I mean, I understand and accept that some people that in some mystical way could be very pleased to see something like this Atlas, but I can’t.

Kaiyanwan.8521:

In general?

Warrior by a mile. They have been the most played class the last time we got numbers and they only got stronger. No reason to play anything else beside a warrior, unless you get bored.

Personally?

If I find any motivation to log in, Mesmer 70%, Necro 30%.

Your post is self-contradictory.

Warrior is the most boring class to play, so whenever you get bored with GW2, pick whichever class but a warrior.

Ranger/Guardian/Engineer – the most demanding and enjoyable classes in the game.

Taygus.4571:

Its only needed if people WANT to rally, .. I’d support an off feature.
There’s too many in LA atm, often more than 1 in the same place, it’s quite annoying, and they were blocking my party dots.. making it difficult to find them.

There are some serious issues about this game, including balance above all, and people are kitteng around with topics like that.

People on this forums amaze me…

skullfaerie.7203:

Corpus Christi, I feel ya I’ll use the time to sit down with a big ol’ Trusts textbook and get ahead with my exam prep! Thanks ANet, you may have accidentally helped my degree
Patch will be there when it’s ready.

Thanks, mate!:P I’ll endure… Hopefully, I’ve learnt most of it by now!^^

Well, the OP may be surprised, like most of the playerbase, which happens to be European.

Yankies, calm down. We love you!!! We’re just anxious. Some of us, students, or me particularly, a law student, have some tough classes tomorrow. I wanted to see the patch before I’m going to see a kitten exam in criminal law tomorrow. haha.:P

Cheers! Hopefully, they deliver the patch before midnight!

SandraSolace.7682:

Corpus Christi.2057:

SandraSolace.7682:

Corpus Christi.2057:

Michael Henninger.7451:

Corpus Christie,

First, you friend needs to submit a ticket. We can’t help anyone except the account owner. Second, your friend should strongly consider changing their email password as it may have been compromised. I have nothing that shows it is – but it’s best to be safe.

As my friend does not speak English at any level guaranteeing successful investigation, I will be the one translating both your and his messages.

Best regards and thank you for your response.

Does he speak any other language support is available in? French, German or Spanish?
It’s nice you want to help your friend but translating could also cause problems.

He’s an older person and he does not speak any of the above. The translation process is a must in this case, I’m afraid.

No worries then! I hope it all gets solved for your friend! I just thought I should mention it, cause it’s easy to overlook.

Thanks for your help! Always nice to see someone so helpful!

SandraSolace.7682:

Corpus Christi.2057:

Michael Henninger.7451:

Corpus Christie,

First, you friend needs to submit a ticket. We can’t help anyone except the account owner. Second, your friend should strongly consider changing their email password as it may have been compromised. I have nothing that shows it is – but it’s best to be safe.

As my friend does not speak English at any level guaranteeing successful investigation, I will be the one translating both your and his messages.

Best regards and thank you for your response.

Does he speak any other language support is available in? French, German or Spanish?
It’s nice you want to help your friend but translating could also cause problems.

He’s an older person and he does not speak any of the above. The translation process is a must in this case, I’m afraid.

Michael Henninger.7451:

Corpus Christie,

First, you friend needs to submit a ticket. We can’t help anyone except the account owner. Second, your friend should strongly consider changing their email password as it may have been compromised. I have nothing that shows it is – but it’s best to be safe.

As my friend does not speak English at any level guaranteeing successful investigation, I will be the one translating both your and his messages.

Best regards and thank you for your response.

Yes, we’re going to be patient. This matter needs a positive solution to my friend.

Thanks.

UPDATE:

My friend has somehow miraculously logged in.

The account is totally empty: ascended gear – gone, money – gone, gems – gone, and mats, as well.

We’re awaiting your response. We’ve got the screenshot of the supposed hacker’s ip ( US one ), and we’re from Europe.

To the Guild Wars 2 Support Team,

I write on behalf of my friend, a guildmate, whose account is being hacked right now.
He cannot log in and when he tries it shows that the account is running on a different client. Moreover, our friend who is with us on TeamSpeak right now says that he can do nothing about it. When he resets his password/account details right now, nothing happens and the hacker still uses the account – we can see the character running in a manner similar to botting.
The ticket has been sent, yet this is a matter of great urgency hence my message here, as well. The ticket request regards my guildie, Almuldir.7432 I enclosed screenshots of the character running around, as well as of the error window when he tries to log in onto his account.

Please, do something about it as we all fear that the account may be ruined/all the items, content stolen/sold.

We would be grateful for your quick response to this matter of great urgency.

With kindest regards,

Corpus Christi

1. Ranger
2. Necro
3. Ele

Tbh, the AI of the pets is unacceptable. Do something.

Are you surprised? Lineage is the best MMO game ever produced[PERIOD]

azizul.8469:

dervish has been absorbed into guardian.

actually few GW1 classes has been absorbed into GW2 classes.

i think guardian = dervish + paragon

rofl.

BroScientist.9875:

I’m not here to stir things up. I was a ranger once. As soon as I hit level 80 I, like many of you realized the faults of the class. We’re ridiculed in wvw and hated in dungeons. I stuck with it for much longer than I think any man can could. I kept lying to myself, saying “oh well once I get better gear I’ll be worthy and useful!” “Once Anet buffs us it will all be better!” It never happened. The ranger class is a joke. After 6 months of suffering as a ranger I took a long break from Guild Wars 2. I’ve recently returned and leveled a Guardian to 80, geared him up in exotics and my god, this game has come into its own. I love wvw. I love how useful I am and how much support I provide. This game is truly great if you aren’t a ranger. So for those of you with only one character that is ranger, I urge you to go through the leveling process again as a new class. You will not regret it.

It’s funny, tbh. I have 3 80 lvl rangers, been playing since the game started and I’ll tell you this: because it has so many bugs, it is presumably one of the most difficult classes to play, next to a thief.

I’m playing tPvP mostly, though. A ranger’s been always in the meta.

Best regards

Confirmed: fake.

Paul.4081:

Napoleon complex :P

6 sounds like more than 1.8.

1.83 m de facto

Ayrilana.1396:

Corpus Christi.2057:

lvl 1-80 in 2 min using 80 ToK. kitten!:D

I was just about to post this until I saw you beat me to it.

Haha, pardon me, mate!:D

lvl 1-80 in 2 min using 80 ToK. kitten!:D

There’s only one answer that is certain: disappointing.

The “double transumation” method is still valid.

Darkobra.6439:

I SWEAR I’ve seen that greatsword before. I just can’t remember where yet.

Looks very similar to AC greatsword.

If for the sub fee I’d get 1) quality over quantity monthly/bimonthly updates, 2) no cash shop ridiculousness , 3) more permanent over temporary content, I’d gladly pay even 15-25 Euros a month.

Subs are usually a good sign in the MMO market.

April is not summer.

It is not forbidden to farm. Ask for explanation and supporting evidence of you “botting”, otherwise, if none is provided, demand exculpation.

Inculpatus cedo.9234:

Maybe, the model that ‘worked so good’ for GW1, was working because GW1 was a much smaller game, and a different kind of game. Maybe, having used that model before, ArenaNet has information (that we do not) indicating that model would not work so well with GW2. Maybe, as a compromise, they included the ‘gold-to-gem’ transaction method as a way to ‘marry’ the two. Maybe, they have a long-term plan we know nothing about. Maybe, as experienced game developers, they know more about the whole subject than we do.

Maybe, ….just maybe.

GW1 was by no means a smaller project than GW2.

The best idea is to launch GW1 and you will, de facto, feel how small GW2 feels compared to GW1.

Not to mention, quite off the topic, that GW1 is one of the best selling PC MMOs ( if I remember correctly, 2nd best selling MMO ) with over 8 mln copies sold.

Haha, why would anyone brag right now?:D It’s off the season.:P

etienne.1039:

Please stop the champ trains. I want to kill whenever whatever.

If you want to kill the big bosses ( champs ) whenever you want, you should probably play SINGLER PLAYER game, not a MASSIVELY MULTIPLAYER game.

I’d kindly ask the mods to delete all the “stop the x champ train” threads. Those kids are getting out of hand.

Well, the best server in the world is obviously Desolation. We all know why, no need to dwell on it.

The most obvious choice for EU is ( overall ) Desolation. The second pick would be ( if Spanish ) Baruch’s Bay, ( if French ) Visunah, ( if international ) Gandara.

Nevertheless, I’d go for Desolation. They’ve got the best PvE in the world, plus their WvW is presumably top ( gold ) tier, too. It’s a well known thing that prior to WvW Season 1 Desolation slacked their kitten so they could fall to Silver league and win it easily.

First, they’ll most likely introduce craftable precursors. Only then, I think, would they release new legendaries. Not sooner for sure, though.

Guys, I’m pretty sure there are a lot of lads who have their private arenas ( including our PvP team – NNN ).

Is there any chance the OP would be willing to co-organise this with some of us and all the others willing to do this here?

DeathMetal.8264:

Vol.7601:

Im predicting that there will either be

1.) A PvE EOTM instance and a WvW EOTM instance

or

2.) a PvE only EOTM instance for the next 2-4 weeks, and a WvW EOTM release later in March.

Dang it, boo haha. I am hoping that Anet would be crazy enough to mix in the two. Looking forward to hunt glass-canon PvE build players there.

It’s always pleasant to hunt overly “modest” quazi-pro WvW players. Always a pleasure! Can’t wait!^^