I tend to favor the look of heavy armor in most games, and Guild Wars 2 is no exception. Thanks to the extensive skinning and dye system, I was able to find light armor pieces that look like metal armor…
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Mana Bars: Good or Bad Game Design?
Mana bars are the long-standing resource implementation for casters in MMORPGs. In this article, we’ll look at the implications of mana bars on game balance and mechanics. But first, let’s consider why mana bars were (probably) created. I’ll use the…
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Character Movement Differentials in Guild Wars 2 WvW
In Guild Wars 2 World PVP, aka WvW, I’ve experienced a dynamic that I haven’t seen since 2005 when I played KnightOnline – significant differentials in character run speed and “burst” distance traversal. What reinforces these movement differentials? Three factors:…
Guide to Guild Wars 2 Warrior “Run and Gun” Build for WvW
This guide covers my Warrior “Run and Gun” build for WvW (World versus World) in Guild Wars 2. If you prefer video content, check out the Narrated Videos section below. I have a separate guide for sPvP “Run and Gun”.…
My Progress in Guild Wars 2 and RL
If you’ve been wondering where I’ve been, here’s a brief RL update: No, I haven’t been trapped under something large and heavy I’ve been leading two large online product initiatives for my client over the past 3.5 months as a…
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