ArenaNet and co-developer 2weeks have announced Guild Wars Reforged, a new update and overhauled version of their beloved MMORPG.
Guild Wars Reforged is set to launch for Windows PC (via Steam and direct download) on December 3rd.
“Even after two decades, we’re still passionate about improving the experience of the original Guild Wars for players,” said game director Stephen Clarke-Willson. “The game has a dedicated group of fans, and with this update to modernize the experience, we hope players new and old will find a reason to continue adventuring through Tyria together.”
2weeks co-founder Brandon Dillon added, “It’s a real treat to revisit the original Guild Wars. Beginning as a teenager, I’ve been involved with this franchise from the very start, collaborating with the original studio founders to create the world of Tyria. Partnering with ArenaNet to update and improve the player experience means the game can continue to be a beloved beacon for fans of multiplayer online RPGs for years to come.”
Here’s a rundown on the new release, plus a trailer:
This new all-inclusive package brings together the complete library of the original Guild Wars’ campaigns Prophecies, Factions, and Nightfall, and makes the game Steam Deck verified. The update will be free for all existing players and available for new players on Steam and directly from ArenaNet at guildwars.com. It also adds XInput controller support for the first time.
This new and improved Guild Wars experience is not just limited to controller input options; the update will also improve in-game functionality by adding high-DPI support for modern high-resolution monitors, new HD skill icons, rendering improvements including new antialiasing options, ambient occlusion, enhanced bloom, more font size options for game text, enhanced 3D environmental audio, and a new quest-tracker that will help players navigate to their next adventure on their monitor or TV.
Guild Wars Reforged is a co-development initiative between ArenaNet and partner studio 2weeks, who were formed in 2024 from former ArenaNet staff who were excited to return to the franchise after a 15-year break. The 2weeks team has more than 14 years of combined experience working on the original Guild Wars at ArenaNet.
