Guild Wars 2, the long-running MMORPG developed by ArenaNet, is now available on the Epic Games Store. This milestone brings the expansive world of Tyria, free-to-play and enriched with over a decade of storytelling and gameplay, to a wider audience. Featuring the base game and five expansions, players old and new have much to explore.

Day-to-Day Adventures in Tyria

Guild Wars 2 offers players a dynamic and evolving experience. According to Lis Cardy, ArenaNet’s Head of Marketing, the game is designed to provide a continuous stream of updates, ranging from skill and balance changes to seasonal events and PvP content. Quality-of-life improvements ensure that both newcomers and long-time players have fresh content to enjoy.

A Look at Key Expansions

Heart of Thorns introduced the Mastery system, allowing players to traverse challenging maps with abilities like gliding and updrafts. This expansion also added raids and reworked Fractals of the Mists, making them a bridge to high-level team content.

Path of Fire brought mounts to the game, each with unique mechanics like high jumps, water gliding, and short-range teleportation. These mounts were integrated into the map design, adding depth to exploration and gameplay.

End of Dragons expanded on mounts with the Siege Turtle, a co-op option allowing two players to team up. This expansion also added fishing and other non-combat activities, appealing to a diverse range of player interests.

Secrets of the Obscure ventured into vertical gameplay with areas like Wizard’s Ascent. It introduced a segmented release schedule for story content, providing regular updates and new activities throughout the year.

Janthir Wilds continues the trend of regular expansions with a focus on exploration and creativity. This update includes homestead building, where players can design personalized spaces, and a new raid designed to accommodate casual and hardcore players alike.

Getting Started

For new players, ArenaNet recommends taking time to explore the game at a comfortable pace. While expansions include boosts to level 80, starting with the base game allows for a deeper understanding of the mechanics and world. Expansions can be tackled in any order, making the experience highly customizable.

What’s Next

The Janthir Wilds expansion also introduces Godspawn, a quarterly update bringing new content, including the first raid in over five years. Designed with accessibility in mind, the raid offers an easier normal mode while promising challenging variants for experienced players.

Guild Wars 2 continues to evolve, balancing the expectations of its varied player base. With its arrival on the Epic Games Store, a new generation of adventurers can step into the world of Tyria and embark on countless adventures.