The graphics in computer games are getting better and we can see that with MMORPGs as well. Therefore, we present to you upcoming online role-playing games that are sure to impress graphically.
MMORPGs aim to impress with immersive worlds where players can lose themselves. This includes good graphics. It doesn’t have to be “photo-realistic,” but it should be impressive by today’s standards. A particular style can be employed for this.
We now present to you 7 upcoming online role-playing games that we believe are visually appealing.
Update from December 7, 2020: We have updated and expanded this list for you. The games Odin: Valhalla Rising, Rise, as well as Crimson Desert and Chrono Odyssey have been added.
Ashes of Creation
Genre: MMORPG | Developer: Intrepid Games | Platform: PC | Release Date: Unknown| Model: Subscription | Website: Website of Ashes of Creation
Which engine is being used? Intrepid Studios is utilizing Unreal Engine 4. This engine brings impressive graphics to many games and, due to optimizations compared to version 3, it is also suitable for MMORPGs.
What graphic style does the MMORPG use? Ashes of Creation uses a realistic, western style. However, the world is quite colorful. It is intended to be one of the flagship games for Unreal Engine 4. This means that the developers want to show how good an MMORPG can look with this engine.
What do the characters look like? In an MMORPG, you traditionally see your hero mostly from behind, but you want to identify with the character.
The faces are detailed and you will be able to customize your hero using the editor. Even the clothing will be represented as detailed as possible. Robes flutter in the wind and you can see embellishments, pockets, and more on your hero. Everything looks extremely detailed and visually impressive.
What can we expect visually from the monsters? The monsters that have been shown so far are impressive. The fur blows in the wind, the animations are fluid, and the textures offer many details. Some creatures look as if they have come straight out of a horror film. Here the Unreal Engine 4 does an excellent job.
How appealing is the game world? As can be seen from videos, you will explore a beautiful world that invites exploration. Plants and grass cover the ground, where in other games usually only textures are visible. Forests appear deep and menacing, lakes clear and inviting.
The cities are packed with objects, creating the impression of lively places. In this game world, one can truly lose themselves.
When will the MMORPG be released? Currently, there is no release date for Ashes of Creation. The game is currently in an alpha 1 stage and could turn out really well.
