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Hi there,
First of all thanks for taking the time to read this post. I have been looking over this site for the last week in the hope of finding a MMORPG that will tick as many boxes for me as possible. Unfortunately I have been away from gaming for a while and have no idea as to what is new and what is not.
The wife and I are both looking for a MMORPG that we can play.
A little bit of background - we started off with Asherons Call. We loved that game because of the ability to craft items that you could actually use or sell. We then moved on to Guild Wars but found that the game lacked the character customisation and emprovements that we wanted, plus the crafting side of things was non existant. Our next foray into MMORPG's was with Everquest 2 which we really enjoyed. We found that the graphics were not too cartoony and that the crafting options could keep us occupied in addition to be able to team up as a team of 2 for some adventures. With a decent level cap and plenty of room to personalise your character. I have also played City of Heroes but found the game play rather competative.
Due to other commitments we had to hang up our EQ2 shoes.
Now however we are in a position to get back into something.
So what are we after?
Really we want something that is not too old because we have both tried to get back into 'older' games to find that we spend most of our time running around without seeing anyone else. Its hard to group quest when you are so far behind and the amount of 'new' players is at a minimal.
Crafting ideally to play a sensible part in the game. Crafting does not need to be the only option but crafting items to be a useful and constructive part. The option to set up shop or trade items would also be a real bonus.
Non Cartoony Graffics, although not essential we both prefer the feel and atmosphere of Graphics in the style of EQ2 over those shown in WoW for example. However we understand that compromises must be made.
Character customisation and advancement. We really like the idea of being able to mould or toons into individuals, With plenty of options for clothing, armour etc. Also the ability to steer your toon along advances without being tied to strict class types. We both liked the way that in EQ2 you could take different routes on your career path when reaching certain levels.
Something that has characters that can walk around rather then starships. We would prefer either Fantasy based or something along the lines of Anachy.
I think that about sums up what we are looking for, we both know that compromises need to be made etc but hopefully we can be directed by your superior knowledge in these areas.
Kindest regards
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Yeah, I think you definitely should check out FFXIV. It lacks in PvP, but has everything you're looking for. finalfantasyxiv.com
Crafting is an important part of the gameplay, moreso than in any other newer MMO out there. You can finish the game by just crafting or gathering resources if you want to.
You can switch between classes simply and easily; just switch the weapon you're currently using and your class changes. There are few limitations to this so you can be anything and everything you want on the same character.
The graphics are realistic (see the site) and there is a decent amount of character customization. It doesn't come close to customization of some games like Aion, but I'm sure you'll both be able to create a character for your liking.
The game is based on fantasy but there are some mild scifi elements to spice things up.
The game should be out in 9 months or so, not too long to go!
Free 2-week trial on the Isle of Dawn
Thread with Landscape Shots of VG
Youtube Vid Showing Off the World of VG-I
Youtube Vid Showing Off the World of VG-II
Youtube Vid Showing Off the World of VG-III
My Post Regarding VG's Crafting
I'll recommand a F2P title but don't be scared by the word F2P, It's not that bad.
If you're willing to "get past the graphics" the game fits all your requirements.
-Very good crafting system. If you want to make bread you have to collect wheat, grind them at the mill, then mix the floor with water and start cooking. This is only an exemple but that's pretty much how everything works. Only cash shop users can set up shops though but players have found an effective way to advertise what they are selling without cash shop.
-Character Customization, while you can only customize your face, Mabinogi has a very wide range of clothes and armors of various colors. No item in Mabinogi is Lv. restricted meaning that everyone can where those as long as you have the money to buy them. There is no class in Mabinogi so if you want to learn magic and combine it with a bit of melee or archery, you can.
-Fantasy setting. Also the game is fairly "new" so there won't be any issue with party. Also, the community is fairly mature and a nice amount of players are 20+
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Other things you should know :
Mabinogi has a unique gameplay which is often refered to as "rock-paper-scissors".
If your enemy is using Defense, you use Smash. If your enemy is using normal attacks, you use CounterAttack or Defense, and so on. Add magic and archery and you get Mabinogi.
In order the hit an enemy, you must predict his moves and charge the right skill or else you may die faster then you can say "CounterAttack" (It is fairly easy to die in 2-3 hits against monsters in general)
Many of the cash shop items can be bought in-game using in-game currency (gold). The only items that you cannot buy in-game are Pets, Character Cards and "Fantasy Life Club" (which offers various thing to help a character such as extra storage)
One of the few videos that can be used to show the gameplay.
Gameplay video (Rabbie Dungeon)
Thanks for the replies,
Final Fantasy XIV does look very nice and will be something to watch over the next nine months.
For options of games to play now Vanguard sure does see to tick a lot of boxes.
I have tried to navigate around the Vanguard website but its not the most user friendly website I have ever seen. I have a couple of questions about it, but at the moment it looks like it could be the game we are looking for.
Cheers
You dont need eyes to see, you just need vision.
I recommend LOTRO personally. My wife and I used to duo there all the time before MoM came out. Combat changed after that, and we weren't very happy about it, but it looks like we're going back there soon, since we can't find anything that compares. Best part is, Turbine is the developer, same as AC.
1 wow
2 aion
3 everquest2
4vanguard
5 optional:hard core game(very hard game) everquest 1 ,new expension coming soon