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Looking for alternative to guildwars/little to nogrind mmorpg.

OMRomeroOMRomero Member Posts: 30
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Hello, i'd like to start off by saying that this is an excellect community and it's nice to post for the first time. Anyways, as you can see in the topic I am looking for an another game that is similar in the idea of not having to grind or grind very little to Guildwars. I almost exclusively play PvP in any mmorpg I have played unless I somehow better off myself by pveing. In other words, I enjoy playing as much as my busy schedule permits which is little but guildwars just got very boring overtime. If anyone knows any games that come to mind please let me know.
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  • InflictionInfliction Member Posts: 1,115
    What you're looking for doesn't exist, unless you wanna degress a few years and go play Diablo 2. Unfortunately, until game devs grow some balls and stop churning out dumbed down EQ clones, grind is and will remain a major factor in any MMORPG

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  • grimbojgrimboj Member Posts: 2,102
    It got boring as it has no level system or game progression :) Levels have one major reasoning behind them - it gives the developers time to produce more content while you sit on your butt levelling.

    Aside from that - try planetside if you like fps. Tbh it sounds like youre better off sticking to fps or playing a grinding game and jus not worrying about the grind?

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  • OMRomeroOMRomero Member Posts: 30
    I was afraid I was gonna get told their arent any others becuase I could not seem to find any either. Well, maybe I will give diablo ii a try who knows. Keep the games comming if anyone else has suggestions.
  • AmaraoAmarao Member UncommonPosts: 650
    I honestly cant give any gamez that I havent left because of grind.
    BUT ill list the 3 WORST grinders, which means dont ever play these etc.etc.

    1. LINEAGE 2 - Worst grind ever.

    2. Final Fantasy XI - IF it didnt take 3295205 hours to make a party the grind may be decent.

    3. Maple Story - sweet christ, never play this.


  • OMRomeroOMRomero Member Posts: 30

    Yeah.

  • SycondamanSycondaman Member Posts: 262
    You have to understand that every game is a grind in some form.  The only thing you can really do is decide what kind of grinds you look foward to.  For you, that's PvP.  So you want to find a game that doesn't take a lot of time, has an expansive world, and a developed PvP system.  Unfortunately, I don't know of any that exist :P  The ones I can think of (like EVE) take lots of time.


  • vendrisvendris Member Posts: 246
    Wait and hold your breath and pray that Mythic delivers with Warhammer Online.

  • nomadiannomadian Member Posts: 3,490
    DDO or maybe gunzonline if you like fps, not strictly a mmorpg but follows a similar format with actual decent gameplay.

  • abbabaabbaba Member Posts: 1,143

    Originally posted by Sycondaman
    You have to understand that every game is a grind in some form.  The only thing you can really do is decide what kind of grinds you look foward to.  For you, that's PvP.  So you want to find a game that doesn't take a lot of time, has an expansive world, and a developed PvP system.  Unfortunately, I don't know of any that exist :P  The ones I can think of (like EVE) take lots of time.

    Planetside or WWIIOL. Little to no grind, ALL PvP, expansive world.
  • OMRomeroOMRomero Member Posts: 30
    I'll definately look into those games. I actully love FPS games so I think these mite actully be good. At the moment I was looking forward to hellgate london. What's DDO by the way?
  • GameloadingGameloading Member UncommonPosts: 14,182

    Originally posted by Amarao
    I honestly cant give any gamez that I havent left because of grind.
    BUT ill list the 3 WORST grinders, which means dont ever play these etc.etc.

    1. LINEAGE 2 - Worst grind ever.

    2. Final Fantasy XI - IF it didnt take 3295205 hours to make a party the grind may be decent.

    3. Maple Story - sweet christ, never play this.



    just because it has a heavy grind does not mean a game isn't fun. If you only look at the grind, then you will never enjoy an MMORPG.
  • OMRomeroOMRomero Member Posts: 30
    Diablo 2 seems to be my best bet at this point, until hellgate london.
  • Lt.DeadendLt.Deadend Member Posts: 325

    Originally posted by OMRomero
    I'll definately look into those games. I actully love FPS games so I think these mite actully be good. At the moment I was looking forward to hellgate london. What's DDO by the way?


    Dungeons and Dragons online = DDO

    It looks awsome,you may need a PC fit for a god to play tho.And its heavy heavy HEAVY quest based.No pvp.Sigh,...... Big upset for me.

  • RayanaRayana Member UncommonPosts: 525

    Originally posted by Gameloading

    Originally posted by Amarao
    I honestly cant give any gamez that I havent left because of grind.
    BUT ill list the 3 WORST grinders, which means dont ever play these etc.etc.

    1. LINEAGE 2 - Worst grind ever.

    2. Final Fantasy XI - IF it didnt take 3295205 hours to make a party the grind may be decent.

    3. Maple Story - sweet christ, never play this.



    just because it has a heavy grind does not mean a game isn't fun. If you only look at the grind, then you will never enjoy an MMORPG.


    For some people, grind simply equals 'no fun'.

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    Most memorable games for me: UO, GW1, LoTRO

  • Blingbling2kBlingbling2k Member Posts: 157

    I have found it!

    DAOC, level 50, attainable in 1 week (if you PL like a mofo and get into the right guild, otherwise it takes like 1 month if you play alot. It took me like 4 months but I am a VERY casual gamer, (1-2 times a week). The games PvP is abosulutely stunning.

    Keep in mind this is coming from a guy who has only played GW (my first MMO), then DAoC. You will love it trust me! For an even shorter grind join the classic servers. The game and every expansion costs like 40$. BUt it does have monthly fee of 14

    hope that helped

    Guild Wars - Rorick Aurlith E/Mo pumped up with the best armor and weapon, has all his skills, and runes. PvP King!

    Dark Age of Camelot - Leaton 50 Vampiir - Lamorak - Guild: Magic and Mayhem!

  • EffectEffect Member UncommonPosts: 949

    I think it's about the advancement and progression during the grind that is key here. If you get the feeling your character is constantly advancing and changing and progressing as you grind then a grind can be fun and not to bad. If you don't have that and only advance in any signifcant manner only sometime then the grind is horrible.

    So which of these two if Lineage 2 I wonder? Having never played it I'm curious.

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    I recommend Rakion. It's a great game with no grind. It is also free but you can pay for it and get "benefits". However it's not an MMORPG.
  • OMRomeroOMRomero Member Posts: 30
    I'm going to give DAOC a try and maybe even DDO. As long as they got good pvp and little grind any game would be great! Questing is definately alot more entertaining if it must be done then just plain grinding, at least in my opinion. I appreticate all the help, thanks.
  • DesalusDesalus Member UncommonPosts: 848

    Originally posted by Effect

    I think it's about the advancement and progression during the grind that is key here. If you get the feeling your character is constantly advancing and changing and progressing as you grind then a grind can be fun and not to bad. If you don't have that and only advance in any signifcant manner only sometime then the grind is horrible.
    So which of these two if Lineage 2 I wonder? Having never played it I'm curious.
    Lineage 2's leveling progression is so slow that you really don't feel like you are accomplishing much for how much time you put in. If you tend to go insane while grinding(like I do), I would not go anywhere near this game. Sure its endgame sounds fun, but it sure is a TON of insanely boring gameplay getting there.

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  • ram3oram3o Member Posts: 134
    the only game that doesnt have any grind is Darkfall, but how it turns out no one knows.
  • OMRomeroOMRomero Member Posts: 30
    How do you know it does not have grind? Although, the game looks very promising.
  • Emoian_07Emoian_07 Member Posts: 183

    Try CoH, it's not a grind till you get to 30.

    30-40 is a kinda harsh grind but fun levels nonetheless.

    IMO, at least.

    IMO don't try EVE Online if you're looking for a no grind game.

    Or what else they said.

    Also, don't try DDO unless you like lame graphics.



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  • LrdHadesLrdHades Member UncommonPosts: 164
    Fury Online is in development. We just did an interview with the lead developer.

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  • devils_hymndevils_hymn Member Posts: 322

    grind isnt bad in maplestory dont listin to the other dude i got to lvl 30 in a day and in a week to lvl 60 without hacking

  • SemielSemiel Member UncommonPosts: 94
    UO on a free (big) sever... no contest at all.



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