Arenanet revealed an enhanced version of its hit MMORPG Guild Wars from 2005. The new version, called Guild Wars Reforged, launches on December 3 with visual upgrades and quality-of-life improvements, plus a reasonable price that gives players access to the entirety of the game’s story and content.
Guild Wars Reforged Features
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New low price
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Steam Deck Verified (pending)
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Support for XInput controllers (such as the Xbox Wireless Controller)
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New quest tracking and direction system
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On-screen control guide
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UI enhanced with HD skill icons, larger text options, and quality-of-life improvements
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Support for high DPI displays
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New ambient occlusion, HD bloom, and antialiasing rendering enhancements
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Rebuilt audio system with environmental effects (no hardware support needed)
The standout addition here is the full XInput controller support. It means you can finally play the game with a controller, something Guild Wars always had the potential for, unlike many MMOs. The sequel? That’s a different story, because inventory management in Guild Wars 2 is already rough even with a mouse and keyboard.
The best thing is that Guild Wars Reforged will be free to existing owners of Guild Wars.
I enjoyed the first game so much that the sequel, Guild Wars 2, is still one of my most-played titles after 13 years. The story of the first game and its unique combat system really stood out back in the day.
Guild Wars Reforged probably won’t pull in a huge wave of new players, but it will give veterans and returning fans a good reason to relive a fantastic MMO with new additions and improvements.
Guild Wars Reforged launches on December 3 for $19.99, including all major expansions.
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Carlos Hernandez is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Too Much Gaming, where he writes about video games, reviews, and industry news. A lifelong gamer, he would do anything to experience Final Fantasy Tactics for the first time again and has a love/hate relationship with games that require hunting for new gear to improve your character.
This sounds exciting! It’s always great to see classic games getting a refreshed version. Looking forward to seeing how they enhance the original experience for both new and returning players.
Absolutely! It’s nice to see classic games getting a new life. I’m particularly curious about how they’ll update the graphics while maintaining the original charm that fans loved. It’ll be interesting to see if they introduce any new gameplay mechanics as well!
I totally agree! It’s exciting to see classic games revitalized. I’m also interested in how they’ll balance nostalgia with new features to attract both old players and newcomers alike. It could really redefine the experience!