Guild Wars 2: Microtransaction Explained

Much like any other MMOs that does not require a subscription fee, Guild Wars 2 will feature a microtransaction system that will allow players to purchase Gems, which can be used to purchase cosmetic items or temporary conveniences. Many players were worried that Guild Wars 2 will turn into another Pay-to-Win MMO, so ArenaNet has come up with a detailed explanation on how microtransactions will turn out.

Guild Wars 2 will have three currencies: gold, karma, and gems. Gold is the standard tradable currency that can be earned by all players in the game. Karma on the other hand, is not tradable but is rewarded to players for completing events. Lastly, gems are the tradable currency that is bought with real money. ArenaNet has made it very clear that it will not affect the playing field for all players. Players who do not wish to spend real money can still obtain cash shop items by trading for gems with gold, and ArenaNet believes that this will allow players to create and decide the market.

I personally have nothing against microtransactions, as long as they do not give other players an unfair advantage. I think what Guild Wars 2 is trying to do is the same as Team Fortress 2. Think of gems as keys and gold as refined metal in Team Fortress 2, it's pretty much the same thing. I, for one, welcome the microtransaction system.

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Guild Wars 2 Pre-order date!

Turns out my post yesterday was somewhat accurate, ArenaNet has revealed the pre-order details for Guild Wars 2! You can start pre-ordering on 10th April, and if you do, you will have access to ALL Guild Wars 2 beta weekend events, three day headstart access, and an in game equipment to boost your stats. The price of the Digital Edition, and Digital Deluxe Edition have not been made known yet, but the Collector's Edition is priced at £129. Below is the list of items you will receive if you pre-ordered:

1. Digital Edition
• Guild Wars 2 Game
2. Digital Deluxe Edition
• Guild Wars 2 Game
• Summon Mistfire Wolf Elite Skill
• Rytlock Miniature
• Golem Banker
• Chalice of Glory
• Tome of Influence
3. Collector's Edition
• Everything in the Digital Deluxe Edition PLUS
• 10-inch figurine of Rytlock
• 112 page Making of Guild Wars 2 book
• Custom Art Frame
• Art Portfolio and 5 Art Prints
• Best of Guild Wars 2 Soundtrack CD

I am so excited for this game, and I probably will only purchase the Digital Edition. The extra items that you receive in the Digital Deluxe Edition are mostly temporary and not very significant, and I wouldn't want to pay almost triple to get the Collector's Edition. ArenaNet is doing this well as there is no advantage in purchasing the Digital Deluxe and Collector's Edition, and it's probably only for the hardcore fans. April 10th, here I come! 

 

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Guild Wars 2: Thank You Video

If you have signed up for Guild Wars 2's closed beta during that short 48 hour time frame, you probably have received an email from ArenaNet thanking you for signing up for the beta. This doesn't mean that you didn't get into the beta, but more of a reminder that it is indeed coming soon. Coupled with the email is this brand new "Thank You" video that ArenaNet has released which features never-before-seen in-game footage.

I was so excited to see an ArenaNet email in my inbox, but it turned out to be an email thanking us for signing up. I'm still stoked for the closed beta nonetheless, and I wish anyone of you who signed up for the closed beta good luck!

Guild Wars 2 ONE MILLION sign-ups!

Remember the post where I mentioned that the Guild Wars 2 open beta sign-up was up for 48 hours? Well cross your fingers, because you will be competing with ONE MILLION other users who signed up for the beta in the short 48 hour timespan. Talk about being impressive. Guild Wars 2 is definitely one of the most hyped-up MMOs of 2012, and with the open beta underway, the release date is surely around the corner, waiting to reveal itself to all of the fans. I hope I get into the beta, and good luck to anyone of you who have signed up for it as well.

Twitter link: https://twitter.com/#!/GuildWars2/status/173130750747615232

Guild Wars 2 Open Beta Sign-up for 48 hours

Guild Wars 2 open beta sign-ups are open for only 48 hours, so if you want to get in, you better hurry! It does not guarantee you a spot, but you'll be notified of any future beta events. All you need to do is to submit your system information, which they do for you, and your contact information by 6:00p.m. (UK time) on 24th February.

ArenaNet has also posted an extremely detailed FAQ about the open beta. You can sign up for the open beta here. Go quick, you have less than 48 hours!

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Guild Wars 2 Closed Beta Footage

It's Monday, and the Yogscast has already uploaded new gameplay footage from the Guild Wars 2 Press Beta! This footage features the character creation screen, as well as the starting zones. 

Talk about being efficient, it's barely been a day and they've already gotten footage and uploaded it on YouTube for our viewing pleasure. Be sure to check the video out in the link below!

Video link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-YKm20rPQY

Guild Wars 2 Limited Beta Testing!

ArenaNet recently announced that Guild Wars 2 has gone into press beta release. They've invited hunders of players and press from all over the world for a beta test over the weekends. Playing beside the beta testers will be the staff members at ArenaNet, guiding, and showing the game off to them.

The press is not allowed to release any information, or gameplay footage before Monday. So you can expect a massive amount of information for Guild Wars 2 really soon. Additionally, ArenaNet revealed that they'll have some very specific information about an upcoming Guild Wars 2 beta event. I'm taking my bet on public beta testing.

Guild Wars 2 is soon becoming ready to be released. This will probably be the game that will chip all my time away, but hey, who cares? It's Guild Wars 2!

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