One of the big questions surrounding Guild Wars 3 is which species we’ll be able to play as! ArenaNet has shared more details about the playable species coming to the game, and there are some interesting choices.
Four Playable Species at Launch
Guild Wars 3 will launch with four playable species. Three have been revealed so far:
- Humans – A familiar face from previous Guild Wars games. This time, we’ll get to experience humanity during a much earlier period of Tyria’s history.
- Asura – The clever, knowledge-seeking asura are returning, bringing their curiosity and ambition to the world of ancient Orr.
- Kodan – The polar bear-like race we’ve met before in Guild Wars 2 will finally be playable for the first time!
The fourth species is still a mystery. What we know so far is that they’re a new species whose story is deeply connected to Orr’s past, but has been lost to history. We’ll have to wait for ArenaNet to reveal more!
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Will More Playable Races Be Added Later?
There’s good news for anyone whose favourite species hasn’t been announced yet. ArenaNet is designing the character systems with future additions in mind, making it easier to introduce more playable species after release.
However, this doesn’t guarantee that every species from Guild Wars 2 will return. Some, such as the Forgotten, would require too much unique technical work to be viable.
Another important detail is that your choice of species won’t affect your stats or gameplay power. You can choose the character you like without worrying about missing out on a combat advantage.
With one species still waiting to be revealed, there’s more to discover about the creatures of ancient Orr and their place in Guild Wars 3.
For the latest announcements and official information, visit the Guild Wars 3 website.
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