Place 3 – Black Desert Online
Developer: Pearl Abyss | Release: July 23, 2015 | Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One | Black Desert Online website | Payment model: Buy2Play | Steam rating: 75% | Survey ranking: Rank 1
What is Black Desert Online? BDO is considered the most beautiful MMORPG to date and is also very successful. The detail richness of the landscapes and characters is already a reason to take a look at the online game. Furthermore, BDO mixes sandbox with some theme park elements. There are also quests you can follow.
The main focus is on the sandbox aspect. Here, it’s about large wars, sieges, and battles. Some players craft weapons and armors for the warriors, which they then use in PvP fights. Every player has their role and an important place in the world.
How great are the freedoms in the game? While a lot revolves around territorial wars and the power dynamics in the world can shift, it’s not a must for you to participate.
If you prefer to explore the world or be a simple craftsman, that’s no problem. You decide how you want to play Black Desert Online.
Who should consider BDO? The MMORPG appeals to a broader audience than some other sandbox games. This is because quests also play a significant role. You can thus experience BDO also – at least partially – like a theme park MMORPG.
If you are focused on the sandbox, you can expect a variety of activities, from combat with monsters to crafting to PvP battles with sieges.
