War of Dragnarox is an upcoming MMORPG by Triune Studios. It features detailed graphics with stunning landscapes and gameplay reminiscent of Dungeons & Dragons.
In 2021, the developers announced War of Dragnarox for the first time. About 5 months ago, an upgrade to Unreal Engine 5 was implemented, making the graphics look even better.
Real people lead your adventure as Dungeon Masters
What kind of game is it? War of Dragnarox describes itself as a “dynamic warfare MMORPG” that offers its players a lot of freedom.
The story revolves around someone named Dragnarox who has taken control of the hearts of all creatures. However, the king was able to push them back. 200 years later, Dragnarox returns with his army, and players must fight against them.
In the video, you can see the beautiful graphics of the MMORPG:
The special thing about War of Dragnarox is that real people are supposed to guide you as Dungeon Masters through the MMORPG, at least during certain events and quests.
They are supposed to control the gameplay by spawning monsters, triggering traps, changing the map, or rewarding players with treasures. “No day or dungeon run is the same,” the developers explain on the website. Thus, the MMORPG resembles the tabletop classic Dungeons & Dragons.
What other content does it offer?
- You choose from 6 different classes and create your character.
- A large world map with 30 zones and different biomes for you to explore.
- Crafting
- Solo but also group content
- In the endgame, there are supposed to be 19 different raids.
This is what the landscapes of the MMORPG look like:
Aiming to avoid a real-money shop
Another special feature compared to other MMORPGs is the absence of a cash shop. In War of Dragnarox, all items and any equipment are supposed to be earnable. Players do not have the option to gain an advantage by spending real money.
There should also be no cosmetic items. “Cosmetics improve with higher gear,” it states on the website. This could mean that weapons and armor shine or glitter when upgraded to a higher level.
“To be honest, we’re just tired of cosmetics and in-game advantages that require payment,” the developers write. Therefore, War of Dragnarox comes with a subscription model to cover costs for employees and servers.
Additionally, you have to purchase the game at the start. On the Steam page, it is currently listed as “free,” but the FAQ of the website says otherwise.
When will War of Dragnarox be released? The release of the MMORPG is planned for Q3 2023. Currently, only closed alpha tests are underway.
What do you think of the MMORPG? Do you want to try War of Dragnarox when it comes out? What do you think of the idea of having real people as Dungeon Masters? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments here on MeinMMO!
