Guild Wars 2005

About

In a world torn by conflict, where human kingdoms are all but destroyed and guilds sacrifice all for a chance to control the Hall of Heroes, a champion must rise from the ruins of a once-proud land to lead refugees from the ashes and fulfill an ancient prophecy. Will that hero be you?

Story

Across Tyria, the human kingdoms are under attack by the vicious Charr. As a young hero caught between the powerful will of King Adelbern and the rebellious Prince Rurik, you are called upon to defend humanity. Will you become an instrument of the ancient prophecy or be crushed beneath it? Rally your strength and the power of your guild to establish your legend.

What is happening now

Guild Wars 3 is an upcoming MMORPG from ArenaNet launching in 2027 on PC and PS5, set over a thousand years before the original game. After a surprise announcement at Summer Game Fest, the studio has been showcasing its vision for a genre it believes has stagnated since World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy 14 established the standard formula. ArenaNet's central pitch is ambitious mechanical innovation centered on movement and momentum. Recent previews highlight wall-running, mantling, aerial attacks, and multiplayer combos as core systems rather than cosmetic features. The studio is deliberately pursuing what it calls "wild, crazy ideas" to evolve MMO design, with studio head Colin Johanson emphasizing the studio's 26 years of franchise experience informing these departures. Coverage also notes the game's friendly approach to accessibility, including the absence of a subscription model, positioning it as an option for players with demanding schedules.