The developers of Guild Wars 2 agreed that the MMORPG genre of gaming was in need of an immediate change.
They sought to create a more immersive player experience that would drastically change the way the average joe looked upon MMOs.
To that note they have undoubtedly succeeded.
Through its more intense combat system, dynamic events and remarkable approach to skills, Guild Wars 2 is truly unmasking the next generation model of MMO's, and will be praised as the "much-needed" evolution for a genre that has become bland and tasteless.
For instance, combat has been changed.
Instead of standing in place casting spells, players will be able to run around while casting tons of spells, even ones that are channeled! It is this extra mobility that will intensify the pace of most traditional PvE battles, and help create a more diverse PvP experience.
No longer will players have to completely rely on instant casts or spells to win in the arena, they can truly stand a chance against other opponents they never could face before.
Also added to this combat system is the ability to dodge.
Dodging, however, will consume energy and should be watched over careful for dire situations, but in those certain situations a well-timed dodge could prove the difference between surviving and death.
The questing structure of Guild Wars 2 is ground-breaking and perhaps the most revolutionary essential part of this amazing game.
Instead of traveling from one NPC to another, doing useless tasks that will drag the character in the wrong direction, players will be allowed to participate in events.
Many of these events require a whole bunch of players in order to even have a chance at completing, while others offer tremendous rewards.
Most importantly, events typically take place on an epic scale and are fun to participate in.
GW2's approach to skills feels unique and fresh.
A player's first five skills will vary dependent on what weapon he or she currently has equipped.
The sixth slot is a dedicated healing spot.
The brilliant decision to grant each profession a heal slot will serve to break down the traditional Holy Trinity model present in almost every MMO, especially WoW.
The 7th through 10th slots are dedicated to Elite and Utility skills, which are based on a player's profession and racial skills.
Guild Wars 2 is absolutely demolishing everything a standard MMO stands for, and is quickly proving that the MMORPG genre was in need of an overhaul.
They sought to create a more immersive player experience that would drastically change the way the average joe looked upon MMOs.
To that note they have undoubtedly succeeded.
Through its more intense combat system, dynamic events and remarkable approach to skills, Guild Wars 2 is truly unmasking the next generation model of MMO's, and will be praised as the "much-needed" evolution for a genre that has become bland and tasteless.
For instance, combat has been changed.
Instead of standing in place casting spells, players will be able to run around while casting tons of spells, even ones that are channeled! It is this extra mobility that will intensify the pace of most traditional PvE battles, and help create a more diverse PvP experience.
No longer will players have to completely rely on instant casts or spells to win in the arena, they can truly stand a chance against other opponents they never could face before.
Also added to this combat system is the ability to dodge.
Dodging, however, will consume energy and should be watched over careful for dire situations, but in those certain situations a well-timed dodge could prove the difference between surviving and death.
The questing structure of Guild Wars 2 is ground-breaking and perhaps the most revolutionary essential part of this amazing game.
Instead of traveling from one NPC to another, doing useless tasks that will drag the character in the wrong direction, players will be allowed to participate in events.
Many of these events require a whole bunch of players in order to even have a chance at completing, while others offer tremendous rewards.
Most importantly, events typically take place on an epic scale and are fun to participate in.
GW2's approach to skills feels unique and fresh.
A player's first five skills will vary dependent on what weapon he or she currently has equipped.
The sixth slot is a dedicated healing spot.
The brilliant decision to grant each profession a heal slot will serve to break down the traditional Holy Trinity model present in almost every MMO, especially WoW.
The 7th through 10th slots are dedicated to Elite and Utility skills, which are based on a player's profession and racial skills.
Guild Wars 2 is absolutely demolishing everything a standard MMO stands for, and is quickly proving that the MMORPG genre was in need of an overhaul.
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