Guild Wars 2

Guild Wars 2 — online RPG franchise by ArenaNet

Guild Wars 2 is an MMORPG franchise focused on open-world exploration, large-scale events, and flexible character builds. It’s designed for long-term progression, with story chapters and expansions that add new regions, systems, and endgame activities.

  • Massively multiplayer online RPG with shared open-world zones.
  • Dynamic events and meta-events that reward group play without strict roles.
  • Build customization through professions, specializations, gear, and traits.

What you do in Guild Wars 2

The core experience blends story progression with open-world objectives and repeatable content. You can play solo for exploration and story, then join others seamlessly for events and endgame modes.

  • Explore Tyria, complete dynamic events, and progress through personal story chapters.
  • Earn gear and currencies through open-world play, dungeons, and instanced challenges.
  • Join endgame modes such as fractals, raids, and large-scale world bosses.
  • Compete in PvP or World vs. World for structured matches and massive realm-style battles.

Expansions and editions

Guild Wars 2 offers a base game experience with optional expansions that add content and features. Edition contents vary, so it’s worth checking what each version includes before choosing.

  • Base game and expansions are often sold separately or in bundles.
  • Expansions typically add new story arcs, regions, elite specializations, and features.
  • Some editions may include bonus items or account upgrades (depends on the offer).