Is it worth to buy GW1 when there an upcoming GW2?
psycrow
So guys just wanna have your opinion as players of Guild Wars. I'm thinking of buying Guild Wars. So is it worth it? or should I wait for GW2?
Neo Nugget
Yes it is. Guild Wars is a very good game, so even if you know the sequel is coming, it is still worth it to play the original. All three games plus the expansion are relatively cheap and you are able to squeeze a considerable amount of time out of them. Arena Net hasn't announced a release date for the beta or the actual game, so you still have a good years at least before playing the final product. Plus, you would probably understand the story behind the second one if you played the original.
You might read some people state the game is "dead", which is completely false. The game is still crawling with players. Those are just the people who have been playing since the original beta, which is obviously understandable, seeing as that was over four years ago.
You might read some people state the game is "dead", which is completely false. The game is still crawling with players. Those are just the people who have been playing since the original beta, which is obviously understandable, seeing as that was over four years ago.
FengShuiDove
Absolutely. GW is a fantastic game on its own, and you'd be selling yourself short if you picked up GW2 without playing the original for the lore and for the inevitable tie-in to the sequel.
BUY THE GAME!!1!1!
BUY THE GAME!!1!1!
psycrow
Hmmm another question. What is the difference between creating a character from scratch and creating a character which is already level 20? sorry bout the noob question don't really know how things works in GW
Mr. Undisclosed
Buy it imo. You most likely have at least a year till gw2 releases and why not go through gw1 for a Hall of monuments to get whatever benefit it'll provide?
You can only create characters that are level 20 for pvp use only. Characters from scratch can be used in both pve and pvp.
You can only create characters that are level 20 for pvp use only. Characters from scratch can be used in both pve and pvp.
GWfan#1
You should buy GW and experience it before GW2 comes out. It will most likely give you all the more reason to play GW2 and it will have more meaning in the end.
Gennadios
IMO, GW2 is made to appeal to a wider audience than GW1, there's no guarantee that you will actually like the original.
The only real selling point of GW1 to a person interested in GW2 is the Hall of Monuments which allows you to transfer accomplishments, but since there isn't really any information on the benefits of those accomplishments, there's no way to tell you if the bonuses will be worth it.
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Seems like you already bought a campaign.
If you create a lvl20 from scratch, it will be a PvP only character, and you can't play the storyline content with them.
The only real selling point of GW1 to a person interested in GW2 is the Hall of Monuments which allows you to transfer accomplishments, but since there isn't really any information on the benefits of those accomplishments, there's no way to tell you if the bonuses will be worth it.
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Seems like you already bought a campaign.
If you create a lvl20 from scratch, it will be a PvP only character, and you can't play the storyline content with them.
psycrow
gee thanks a lot guys.. so.. Is my P4 3.0ghz with 1gb ram and geforce fx 5500 256mb can run it? Maybe I'll order the game next 2 weeks after my next salary xD
AlsPals
Yes, get it, run with it, have fun, remember it fondly. The game is great. Since you would be new, the gripes us old heads have wont apply to you as much. Also, it can be had cheaply. GET COPIES!
Markaedw
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gee thanks a lot guys.. so.. Is my P4 3.0ghz with 1gb ram and geforce fx 5500 256mb can run it? Maybe I'll order the game next 2 weeks after my next salary xD
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It should that is about what my laptop has and it runs GW fine.
Marverick
I used a fx5500; I get around 20-25fps on medium settings with 1280x1024. Not the best but it's quite playable.
psycrow
oh.. thanks again. anyway. about the level 20 char and start from scratch char. is there other difference between that aside from pvp char not being able to play the storymode?
AidinSwiftarrow
Well, you can only use the "pvp armors" which don't look as good as some of the PvE Prestige Armors.
psycrow
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Well, you can only use the "pvp armors" which don't look as good as some of the PvE Prestige Armors.
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Verene
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Like the pvp armors are not that strong unlike the prestige armors?
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Prestige or elite armors just look different (often are fancier than regular armors) and cost more. They're functionally the same.
FengShuiDove
If you're new to the game, you'll want to play a character from scratch (Role-Playing character instead of PvP only character). Through PvE (Role-Playing), you'll unlock lots of skills that are necessary for making a viable PvP build. Plus, RP is very forgiving of mistakes, whereas PvP you're dragging your teammates down if you don't have a grip on the game.
For a quick-reference on the differences (and all things GW related, really) head to either gw.gamewikis.org or wiki.guildwars.com.
For a quick-reference on the differences (and all things GW related, really) head to either gw.gamewikis.org or wiki.guildwars.com.
glacialphoenix
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PvE characters have to either earn them via sidequests, tome them up, buy them from skill trainers, or capture them, regardless of whether they've actually unlocked it before.
moriz
GW2 is still around a year away at least. that should give you plenty of time to enjoy GW1.
GW is an excellent game, and i've enjoyed every second that i spent on it. it isn't quite for everyone though, since it is different from your standard mmorpg.
GW is an excellent game, and i've enjoyed every second that i spent on it. it isn't quite for everyone though, since it is different from your standard mmorpg.
Markaedw
due to the nearness of GW2, I think it would be best to have just 1 character per game and one of those play all 3 + EotN
subarucar
PvP only characters have easier customisation of gear and skills, you simply unlock it by spending some balthazar faction (eanrt in PvP battles) at a priest of balthazar. Then anytime you want (except in battle) you can open up your equipment panel and change it, whereas PvE characters would have to have multiple sets of armour, or end up spending alot of money changting their runes etc all the time.
As a PvP character you also have no resrictions on how far you need to get through the game before buying certain skills, allo are availiable to purchase with balthazar faction from the start.
As a PvP character you also have no resrictions on how far you need to get through the game before buying certain skills, allo are availiable to purchase with balthazar faction from the start.
psycrow
So PVE characters are really important then? Like you can not just play a PVP char without doing the story mode? gee guys thanks a lot.. I'll try the gme trial when i get home and decide whether to buy it.
Neo Nugget
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So PVE characters are really important then? Like you can not just play a PVP char without doing the story mode?
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Dingleberrry pie
it doesn't need to be said cause everyone alrdy said this but, YES PLAY THE GAME ITS AWESOME!
psycrow
Do you recommend that I buy this 3? GW:EN, GW:P, GW:F?
Neo Nugget
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Do you recommend that I buy this 3? GW:EN, GW:P, GW:F?
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psycrow
Thanks a lot guys. I'll be back when I got questions. hope to see you in game ^^ btw i'm from the philippines and hoping to see other pinoy players there too. ^^ Time to work xD
wetwillyhip
i completely agree, buy it!
psycrow
I'm back guys! there are still many players playing this right? I'll borrow my friends account and try it later. Hope to see you soon there guys!
The Josip
Just because there's GW2 doesn't mean it will be better than GW1. I don't know why everyone assumes that. I've heard a lot about GW2 and am sceptical about many things. We will see.
My Athlon1600 can run it with max graphics 
Only noticable thing is usually loading outposts and towns because my RAM is lower too.
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gee thanks a lot guys.. so.. Is my P4 3.0ghz with 1gb ram and geforce fx 5500 256mb can run it? Maybe I'll order the game next 2 weeks after my next salary xD
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Only noticable thing is usually loading outposts and towns because my RAM is lower too.