Guild Wars vs. World of Warcraft

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Yes I have had little battles here and there and sometimes they are a little fun but when you compare a PVP game to anything else you would play like Counter Strike or Tribes/Battle Field or something like that, it is just a really drab experience in comparison.
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first of all, in no shape or manner can you compare a mmorpg to counter-strike. you are trying to hold up a good arguement.. then you post something like that. and i'm sorry.. GW doesnt compare to CS either. so if you are going down that path.. you need to switch games completely. this thread is about mmorpg's obviously.. not FPS games. those 2 arent even in the same ballpark.

So when I try to think of the good parts of the game, all that there has been is playing with other people in a guild or having a laugh with like-minded people. I can do all that in chat rooms or any other type of game and it would be a lot more interesting.
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then you need to quit playing these games. because i can tell you from experience of almost 7 months that guild wars does not offer anything any better. once again you are not on the topic at all. you are just posting your hate message against guild wars and havent posted 1 thing about how it compares to guild wars. this is where you should stop posting on this topic and let it die
 
I have not had the experience of playing guild wars, so I would not be able to comment on that game. But this topic is about the 2 games competing against each other so what I am saying about one game is still relevant. Someone may post only on guild wars and it would also be relevant. Lets please not get stuck up here about discussing on what should and should not be said in topics. This is a forum and I am interested in what people have to say about World of Warcraft in a positive light. To see what kind of a person likes World of Warcraft and see why they liked it while I hated it.

And to mention comparing games with other games should not be possible is ludicrous. You can compare anything with anything else on the basis that they are both games and that they both are aimed at giving you a fun environment to play in. This is even more relevant when talking about the PVP side of World of Warcraft, for the fact that when you are playing someone else you are doing the same as you would in any other game, even FPS titles. Just because you have to level up does not mean that you can’t compare it to games where you don’t.

What I want to hear is why people liked the game and why, not people saying what you said is wrong and you can’t compare with that, because I can and did.
 
I have not had the experience of playing guild wars, so I would not be able to comment on that game. But this topic is about the 2 games competing against each other so what I am saying about one game is still relevant. Someone may post only on guild wars and it would also be relevant. Lets please not get stuck up here about discussing on what should and should not be said in topics. This is a forum and I am interested in what people have to say about World of Warcraft in a positive light. To see what kind of a person likes World of Warcraft and see why they liked it while I hated it.

And to mention comparing games with other games should not be possible is ludicrous. You can compare anything with anything else on the basis that they are both games and that they both are aimed at giving you a fun environment to play in. This is even more relevant when talking about the PVP side of World of Warcraft, for the fact that when you are playing someone else you are doing the same as you would in any other game, even FPS titles. Just because you have to level up does not mean that you can’t compare it to games where you don’t.

What I want to hear is why people liked the game and why, not people saying what you said is wrong and you can’t compare with that, because I can and did.
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The topic was GW vs. WoW and comment if you've played both. Was WoW your first MMORPG?
 
What I want to hear is why people liked the game and why, not people saying what you said is wrong and you can’t compare with that, because I can and did.
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sure you can compare to what you want to all day. but is it relevant?

"i dont like my new honda accord, it is nothing like my private jet"

i just compared those they are modes of transportation.. but they are nothing alike

just because they are games.. doesnt make them comparable. unless you are trying to compare graphics or something non specific to game funtionality.

go to wow or guildwars forums and post about how they are not as good as CS and dont give you the entertainment you need and see how far you get with that. you'll quickly realize after they post back on you.. that you made a mistake comparing a FPS to a MMORPG on an entertainment level

i played CS for 2 years before GW and WoW.. and i wouldnt sit and compare it to either of those
 
So what you’re saying is that I can’t compare the enjoyment I got from the 2 games. I have to ask, what is so different between a battle between 2 or more people in PVP in World of Warcraft and a game between 2 people or more in for instants Battle Field 2142 which like World of Warcraft it lets the players upgrade there skills and get extra points by levelling up there skill points.

Forget the fact that one is a 3rd person RPG and one is a 1st person shooter, at the base level you are still a bunch of players trying to kill another bunch of players. How can you not compare that? What about if I was to compare two 3rd person RPG’s with one being online and one not. For instance Fable with against World of Warcraft. Fable like World of Warcraft is a game that you have to go through and level up your skills by killing enemies to put towards your skill of choice. Enemies hurt you by hitting and reducing your life points and you have magic points to use with spells.

Now with out the online ability where is the different between Fable and World of Warcraft in the games foundations. I just think it’s a simple explanation that you don’t like what I am saying about a game you seem to care deeply about and don’t like anyone saying anything bad about it.

Oh and World of Warcraft was by no means my first MMO.
 
first you were just bashing wow and not comparing GW at all with it.

when questioned about that.. you jumped off into FPS games

when questioned about that.. you jumped off into fable

your problem is that you cant hold an arguement about what you are even argueing for. you just change subject to something else

i'm not entertaining your last comment due to the fact that you are just jumping around and avoiding the issue at hand

you did a good job at completely killing the thread though :)
 
I never have played guild wars, I never even said I had. I have never even tried to compare it. I was simply giving my opinion on World of Warcraft. Also I have not been jumping about the place I have simply been discussing my feelings about World of Warcraft. Also who is calling this an argument I am simply talking about my view on the game. I think your taking this whole thing a bit too seriously, you need to relax.

Also this was the original question:

I've been thinking of trying Online Gaming. I haven't played any multiuser online games since the text based Muds from about 12 years ago. Guild Wars and World of Warcraft seem to get alot of attention these days, and I was wondering if I could get some opinions of the 2 games from those of you who have played them both.

Thanks.
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I have not played guild wars but I still feel my opinion of World of Warcraft to be relevant. From now on do what you should in a forum and discus the game, I have a negative and you have a positive. If that is so, instead of bashing me you should take your time and try to have a conversation about why you disagree with me. Everything I have said is valid and correct and true to the best of my knowledge and you can not prove other wise.

As for killing the forum I have done nothing but keep it true to the original question of letting the guy know what I think about the game. So please get back on topic and stop this childish bashing!

Talks some more about why you like World of Warcraft.
 
So what you’re saying is that I can’t compare the enjoyment I got from the 2 games. I have to ask, what is so different between a battle between 2 or more people in PVP in World of Warcraft and a game between 2 people or more in for instants Battle Field 2142 which like World of Warcraft it lets the players upgrade there skills and get extra points by levelling up there skill points.

Forget the fact that one is a 3rd person RPG and one is a 1st person shooter, at the base level you are still a bunch of players trying to kill another bunch of players. How can you not compare that? What about if I was to compare two 3rd person RPG’s with one being online and one not. For instance Fable with against World of Warcraft. Fable like World of Warcraft is a game that you have to go through and level up your skills by killing enemies to put towards your skill of choice. Enemies hurt you by hitting and reducing your life points and you have magic points to use with spells.

Now with out the online ability where is the different between Fable and World of Warcraft in the games foundations. I just think it’s a simple explanation that you don’t like what I am saying about a game you seem to care deeply about and don’t like anyone saying anything bad about it.

Oh and World of Warcraft was by no means my first MMO.
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I've never played BF2142, is that any good?

My first online game was the FPS, Counter-strike, which i loved to death(and still do to this day). As far as PvP is concerned, I favor WoW.

Both games require a very high amount of skill and coordination to be played well. Both games have a fast playstyle. CS does have many more "maps" than WoW has Battlegrounds, but there is also World PvP, which leaves room for quite a bit of creativity.

In WoW I like the game imbalance(as far as gear is concerned). I like the way that when I spec differently, It allows me change my playstyle. I like the fact that I can PvP from level 0-60. I like that I can solo PvP without having to go to a BG. I like the way that If I choose to PvP I can get rewards. I like the synergies between certain classes. I like the way I can play against DPS, Damage mitigation, healing, hybrid, and endurance classes. I like the choice to choose one of these classes to PvP with. For the sake of my time and yours i'll stop there... 😀
 
Guild Wars and World of Warcraft seem to get alot of attention these days, and I was wondering if I could get some opinions of the 2 games from those of you who have played them both.

Thanks.
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I never have played guild wars, I never even said I had
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So, this isn't the right topic for you to be posting in. Your opinion is welcomed on this topic if you have played both. Otherwise, you are just flaming WoW. Your opion would be better justified in an FPS vs MMO topic.
 
geez guys give him a break he's just commenting on personal experience, and I'm glad to hear his perspective. I think I mentioned it before, but I am still undecided on this game because I feel I have not experienced all of it yet.

As far as PVP CS vs WoW, I do see the comparison as valid, but with a bit of a different view from my perspective. Lately I am always playing CS1.6 and WoW. when do I choose which? when I have lots of time available I will choose WoW (2hrs+ reliable time), because then I can feel like I accomplished something. If I have less than 2 hours, I'll play CS because it's easy to get in and out of at a moment's notice, but I can jump right into the action.

Mind you, I don't pvp in WoW very much yet. I am sure I could jump in and PVP only in WoW pretty fast too. however, currently I am only questing so I feel the need for more time to make some headway. Still, if I was playing in a battleground I realize there is a required timeframe for completion (ideally), whereas CS is easy to leave immediately with no consequence to me or others.

they're different games, with different benefits. for me. :)
 
I"m not going to bother to read the thread...I'm just going off the title.

Niether. Reality and the demands of a normal sex life keep me from any MMO's..... and considering how some people seem to defend them like religous zealots (when in truth they DO play to much) just goes further to prove my point that somtimes you have to put the game down.

WoW = electronic crack


that is all. enjoy.
 
What so you’re saying I should start a new topic about every different thing I talk about in a forum... Topics evolve in there content, this has always been the case. I should not have to start a new topic every time I have something different to say that is relative in a way to the original question. It is people answering back like you have that get forums off topic in the first place not people who throw a few opinions or different ideas in to something posted.
 
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First of all, LoL to the guy who posted above me.

You guys argue too much. Some are going to prefer one over the other, get over it. If I had the time and money, I would play both. (assuming I like WoW, idk, never played it) Shoot, I have someone telling me that Dungeons and Dragons Online was better that both... i kinda laughed.
 
I've never played Guild Wars, but it seems it's really interesting, I can tell you to go for World of Warcraft, I used to play it, my character was lvl 38, almost 40 and almost to see te most interesting parts, I really enjoyed it (many sleepless nights doing instances with my guild... 😀) it was my first MMO I've ever played and for a newbie, it's really easy and friendly, you'll get used to the basics in no time (took me about half an hour). The game is a two edged blade, I really recommend it to anyone... but not for everyone... why?... the expensive expansion (The Burning Crusade), and the expensive monthly fee... I just simply stopped playng it because of that...
It's off the topic, but now I play EVE Online... yeah, it's monthly fee too... but I just feel something different on this one, In so many ways, it's (for me) soo much better than WoW... I won't get into too many details, but the thing that hooked me, was that it's really cool, has soo beautiful graphics, and the best of all, the expansions and all added new content, are free, and you only pay for the game and the monthly fee you want to pay... also the trial is for 14 days and doesn't need a credit card!!
 
Ok long story short. I haven't played Guild Wars and I have only played wow. Yes the monthly charge is something too think about however what I want to say is this. I have a friend who is going to college and he is taking computer game creation. He told me that so far WoW is the most sucessful and largest MMORPG. Why? Because there are five types of gamers. Killers, Explorers, Achievers, Testors, and Visualizers. Everyone is one of these or a variation of them. The thing about WoW is that is satifies all types of gamers woth the exception of lookers but the same friend told me that graphics come third to attractability for a game Gameplay comes first followed by story. The Warcraft story is huge and complexe involving many factions and places hence the lagre world and many races. But Blizzard wanted to introduce it slowly and make it easy to just pick up and play without hassle. So to the end of this I just want to say if you really hate monthly payments WoW isn't for you. Graphics WoW currently is not up to high however in the upcoming xpac Blizzard said they will be improving them so keep your eyes open.
 
Play Guild Wars if u have an IQ above 120 GW requires a lot of tactics/timing/teamwork/preperations.

WoW is fun if u like to press random buttons in combat inordre to eliminate the foe.
 
If u like to get high and play for hours on end, (maybe days) go w/ WoW. It's endless and when u get into a 'real'/'great' guild, u won't regret it. never played GW. btw, cute lil video Stemnin ... real cute!
 
Totally agree with kondichael, although in wow you don't really need to press random buttons, really only like 2 (fireblast/fireball etc lol), you don't have secondary classes/professions (not talking about jewel crafting here, you can't be a warrior/mage in WoW it just doesn't work).

I think because the quests are so easy and repetitive that's the true reason why there's so many players, it's like 24/7 IO Karkand, 24/7 Fall of Berlin. In any of those maps, when someone uses real strategy and captures the "rear flags", alot of people get all pissy and just keep on getting killed at the same spot until they get killed from both sides. That's my opinion.
 
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