US EditionArenaNet Reveals Guild Wars Reforged, a New Refresh of the Classic MMORPG
Guild Wars Reforged improves visuals, UI, and performance with full Steam Deck and controller support while offering the update free to existing players and a $20 price for newcomers.
- ArenaNet announced Guild Wars Reforged as a substantial visual and gameplay overhaul timed with the 20th anniversary, bundling Prophecies, Factions, and Nightfall for $19.99 while updating existing Guild Wars players for free.
- Development began in early 2025 with 2weeks collaborating with ArenaNet to modernize the original codebase, addressing tiny UI scaling, a 4K crash bug, and adding Steam Deck and controller support.
- Developers described Reforged as a significant upgrade, emphasizing modernization and stating `Guild Wars was a very nostalgic game to play, but it was also a very nostalgic game to come back to`, Dillon said.
- Developers say gameplay changes are largely minor so existing Guild Wars players can adopt changes seamlessly, while accessibility additions include an optional objective guide for newcomers.
- Developers found the codebase was in better condition than 15 years ago while ensuring Reforged fits modern PCs and high-resolution displays, fixing a 4K crash and improving stability.
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It will be published on December 3rd and will be a free update for the holders of the original.
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