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

47%Game Brain Score

emotional

graphics, optimization

59% User Score Based on 34 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 2 reviews

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EverQuest 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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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

emotional2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game has a rich lore and a vast amount of content, providing players with endless activities and quests to explore.
Everquest 2 offers a strong sense of community with friendly players and the ability to join guilds, fostering friendships.
The game features a diverse range of classes and a unique crafting system, allowing for extensive character customization and play styles.

The game suffers from outdated graphics and performance issues, including lag and bugs that have yet to be addressed.
New players may find it difficult to integrate into the community due to a lack of support and a player base that is often unwelcoming.
There are concerns about monetization practices, with some content perceived as overpriced and a cash shop that includes pay-to-win elements.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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43%
The graphics in the game are generally considered dated, with numerous unresolved bugs, particularly related to GPU shadows and transparency issues, such as fish appearing above water. While some players note improvements in smoothness and bug fixes since the official release, the overall visual quality remains a point of contention.
- “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 a problem with the transparency of the water.”
- “The graphics are a bit dated.”
- “Now that EQ2 is officially released, we found it remarkably unchanged content-wise, but you'll find much smoother graphics, and many bugs have been squashed.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players praise the game's exceptional and creative lore, highlighting the writers' ability to evoke deep emotions and deliver unexpected, impactful endings that resonate with them.
- “The lore is exceptional, creative, and the writers are very good at touching your heart and creating endings that you'd never expect!”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game's optimization is a significant concern, with multiple users highlighting performance issues that affect gameplay. Overall, the optimization appears to be lacking, leading to a less than satisfactory experience for players.