Top 10 AAA MMORPG Games 2014
We see new MMO games released on an almost weekly basis but there's a certain level of expectations that must be met for the biggest names in MMO gaming. As such we've got our top 10 AAA MMORPG games 2014, highlighting the games with the biggest budgets, biggest communities and highest reviews. 10 - World Of Warcraft - PLAY NOW! Quite simply the most successful MMORPG game of all time, Blizzard's multi-award winning World of Warcraft. WoW set the industries highest level of expectations in the MMO space with hundreds, if not thousands attempting to imitate its success and all but even failing to scratch the surface. World of Warcraft still boasts a massive subscriber base of millions, 10x larger than 90% of the competition in the MMO world today. You probably recognize it, you've probably played it. In at number 10, it's World of Warcraft. 9 - Star Wars: The Old Republic - PLAY NOW! Bioware's first step into the world of the MMO was one that thousands waited for. Although Star Wars: The Old Republic didn't quite deliver the experience many had hoped, it did manage to provide fans of The Old Republic franchise with enough quality to warrant an initial subscription fee. The iconic choice and consequence system of The Old Republic returned with vengeance and to this day is still one of the games greatest assets. Failing that it has the backing of an official Star Wars licensed product which means lightsabers, speeders and the most epic sound effects in entertainment history. 8 - The Lord Of The Rings Online - PLAY NOW! It's unlikely that J.R.R Tolkien could ever foresee his creations bought to life in such a way but that hasn't stopped millions of fans enjoying Turbine's online adaptation in The Lord of the Rings Online. Giving players the chance to explore in the wake of The Fellowship, Lord of the Rings Online sees legendary locations and characters from the franchise brought to life in ways never before possible. While it may lack the mystery and intrigue of other MMO's, The Lord of the Rings Online boasts a level of quality and wealth of content that should be seen by all MMO fans at least the once. 7 - EVE Online - PLAY NOW! While EVE Online doesn't seem to capture massive new audiences with continued updates and expansions, it doesn't have too with one of the biggest and most dedicated communities in the MMO world. Home to PvP battles that hold spots in the Guinness Book of World Records, EVE Online is without a doubt the number one destination for science-fiction PvP'ers from around the world. Combine this with genre defining character progression, a complex and diverse economy that would rival that of our own, and a team of developers truly in touch with their community and you have one of the modern eras greatest MMO successes, EVE Online. 6 - WildStar - PLAY NOW! Despite the recent round of layoffs at NCSoft's Western departments Carbine Studios' WildStar continues to prove popular among many in the MMO crowd. Witty and intelligent dialogue, action orientated combat founded on player skill and ability and a cutely colorful game world combine to provide an experience unlike any other. It's not quite ready to compete with the big boys but as an MMO in its younger years, WildStar is one to look out for. 5 - The Elder Scrolls Online - PLAY NOW! Bethesda's iconic Elder Scrolls franchise boasts the perfect elements to create a truly next-generation MMORPG and although it fell short in many areas, The Elder Scrolls Online still pushes many of the boundaries of today's MMO world. Zenimax Online Studios have delivered an Elder Scrolls experience true to the franchise with fully voiced quests delivering an enthralling story-based experience, powerful and robust character customization tools, and the future potential for the game to expand into the entire world of Tamriel. The Elder Scrolls Online may not have launched to the greatest reception but this is just the first chapter. The annals of Tamriel are still ripe for the taking. 4 - Blade & Soul - PLAY NOW! A Korean styled, martial arts inspired fantasy MMORPG. Those terms can be used to describe 90% of the crappy MMO's on the market today but occasionally there's an exception and Blade & Soul is one of those times. Visually, one of the most impressive MMO games to appear in years, Blade & Soul is arguably one of the most anticipated East to West launches of our generation. We've still got some time to wait but just feast your eyes on this. 3 - Guild Wars 2 - PLAY NOW! ArenaNet hit the jackpot with the original Guild Wars title but the second installment in the critically acclaimed franchise blew all expectations out of the water. A living, breathing world of opportunity sees the Guild Wars 2 community influence and change the world unlike anything we've seen before. Action-driven combat, highly customizable and versatile classes and some of the most challenging PvP in the industry. It's easy to see why Guild Wars 2 would take the 3rd spot on our top 10 AAA MMORPG's of 2014. 2 - EverQuest Next - PLAY NOW! Quickly becoming one of the most anticipated MMORPG's of our generation, Sony Online Entertainments EverQuest Next. Building on the huge success and community from the original EverQuest, EverQuest Next and Landmark combines cutting-edge MMORPG mechanics and features with a level of community creation unlike anything we've seen before. Whether you're an adrenaline fueled PvP junkie or a creative talent just waiting to develop a world of opportunity, the next step in the EverQuest franchise could be one of the biggest in MMO history. 1 - Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn - PLAY NOW! While the original Final Fantasy XIV may be considered by many to be one of the most famous flops in MMO history, Square Enix's attempt at a revival has achieved quite the opposite. One of the most intriguing success stories in MMO history saw Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn relaunch to wide critical acclaim. It's easy to see why with the famous depth of Final Fantasy's class system making a return alongside iconic characters, settings and mechanics from throughout the award-winning franchise. Available on both PC and consoles, FFXIV's success is all set and ready to continue into 2015.Leave a comment
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