Guild Wars 2’s sixth expansion, “Visions of Eternity”, launches today, bringing players four stunning new zones, expanded homesteads, and challenging raid content to the long-running MMORPG. The latest update promises to deepen the game’s lore while offering fresh ways to explore Tyria.
New Zones and Exploration
The expansion introduces four diverse areas: the crystalline depths of “Jade Sea Reefs”, shadowy “Canthan Labyrinths” floating “Sky Temples”, and volcanic “Maguuma Caldera”. Each zone features dynamic events, hidden collectibles, and elite specializations for all nine professions, like the “Willbender’s” fiery leaps or “Mechanist’s” drone armies. ArenaNet emphasizes seamless world integration, with mounts like the Skyscale gaining new abilities for vertical traversal.
Raid Content and Homestead Upgrades
Raids get a major boost with “Eternity’s End”, a new raid wing featuring three bosses requiring tight coordination—think puzzle mechanics and massive AoE dodges. Homesteads expand with customizable “Eternal Manors”, letting players build multi-level homes with automation via golems. The “Visions of Eternity” pass includes cosmetics, mounts, and raid gear, all earnable through play—no paywall beyond the $29.99 base expansion.
Pricing, Platforms, and Player Feedback
Available on PC (Steam and standalone client), the expansion integrates with existing accounts for free base game access. Early previews praise the “breathtaking visuals” and “raid depth,” though some note a learning curve for new players. Guild Wars 2 remains free-to-play at its core, with optional Living World seasons bridging to future content.
This could revitalize the 13-year-old MMO, perfect timing amid October’s crowded releases like Battlefield 6.