Guild Wars 2, a popular free-to-play MMO, has thrived for over a decade, competing with giants like World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy XIV. Recent discoveries hint at a potential spinoff, temporarily titled Lion’s Arch: Guild Wars Arena (Private Playtest), potentially bridging the gap until a possible Guild Wars 3.
This intriguing find originated on SteamDB, a website tracking Steam activity. While the application’s name is now public, it’s currently hidden on Steam, preventing public access.
Further investigation by PCGamesN into Steam’s end-user license agreements revealed a connection to NCSoft Co., the publisher of Guild Wars 2.
Guild Wars 2 player in End of Dragons.
Details remain scarce, but the name “Lion’s Arch” points to the city in Guild Wars 2‘s kingdom of Kryta. This has sparked speculation, connecting the potential spinoff to long-standing rumors of a Guild Wars 2 collectible card game. While a card game is plausible, other possibilities, such as an action-focused title, exist. A MOBA spinoff, while less likely, isn’t entirely out of the question.
NCSoft is currently enjoying a successful period, with Guild Wars 2‘s continued popularity and the recent launch of Throne and Liberty. This potential spinoff within a well-loved IP could further amplify excitement, especially if Guild Wars 3 is on the horizon. This new title could be a strategic move to maintain player engagement and build anticipation for future releases.
This discovery has certainly ignited the curiosity of the Guild Wars 2 community. While concrete details are still pending, the potential for a new Guild Wars experience has generated considerable buzz. As more information becomes available, the gaming world will be watching closely to see what Lion’s Arch: Guild Wars Arena has in store.
