EverQuest II
- December 7, 2011
- Darkpaw Games
We reviewed EverQuest II, set 500 years after the events of EQ1, as a beta game. Now that EQ2 is officially released, we found it remarkably unchanged contentwise, but you'll find much smoother graphics, and many bugs have been squashed. Rarely is there a shortage of other adventurers to join up wit
Get on SteamEverQuest II is a free-to-play MMORPG with deep gameplay and a thriving community, now spanning 18 years and 19 expansions. Featuring 125 levels, countless quests, diverse environments, and extensive character development options, it offers a rich fantasy world to explore with support for various play styles including solo, group, raid, and PVP. Enjoy an independently leveled tradeskill system, robust housing, and a myriad of creatures to battle.
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Reviews
- The game has a rich lore and a vast amount of content, providing players with endless activities and quests to explore.
- There is a strong sense of community with friendly players and opportunities to join guilds, fostering social connections.
- The game features an extensive crafting system and player housing options, allowing for creativity and personalization.
- The game suffers from outdated graphics and technical issues, including performance problems and graphical bugs.
- New players may find it difficult to integrate into the community due to a lack of support and a declining player base.
- There are concerns about monetization practices, with some content perceived as overpriced and a cash shop that includes pay-to-win elements.
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are criticized for being dated and plagued by numerous bugs, such as issues with GPU shadows and transparency effects that cause visual anomalies like fish appearing above water. While the game is enjoyable overall, these graphical shortcomings detract from the experience.
“Good game, just gotta get past the old graphics.”
“Graphics are a bit dated.”
“There are lots of graphical bugs that have yet to be addressed, particularly with the GPU shadows and small issues like fish appearing above the water due to problems with the transparency of the water.”
“The graphics are a bit dated.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised for its exceptional and creative lore, with writers skillfully crafting unexpected endings that resonate deeply with players.
“The lore is exceptional and creative, with writers who are incredibly skilled at touching your heart and crafting endings you would never expect!”
“The emotional depth of the characters really pulls you in, making you feel their struggles and triumphs as if they were your own.”
“Every choice you make resonates on a personal level, leaving you with a lingering sense of reflection long after the game is over.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
“The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I was impressed by how well the game runs after the latest optimization updates; it feels incredibly responsive.”
“The developers have done an excellent job with optimization, ensuring that loading times are minimal and frame rates are consistently high.”
“The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
“I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
“The optimization is so bad that loading times are unacceptably long, even for a simple menu.”
Critic Reviews
EverQuest II
We reviewed EverQuest II, set 500 years after the events of EQ1, as a beta game. Now that EQ2 is officially released, we found it remarkably unchanged contentwise, but you'll find much smoother graphics, and many bugs have been squashed. Rarely is there a shortage of other adventurers to join up wit
80%PC Review - 'EverQuest II'
82%
