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1. Logitech G13 Programmable Gameboard with LCD Display
- Naturally contoured design follows the natural shape of your hand and fingers for increased comfort during long sessions
- Onboard memory lets you program up to 5 ready-to-play profiles, so you can take your personal preferences with you
- Customizable backlighting lets you choose your colors and easily locate the right key in low-light conditions or lights-out play
- 25 programmable keys allow you to assign keyboard functions to suit your style of play and create macros on the fly
- The high-visibility GamePanel LCD displays game stats, system info, and communications from fellow players
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2. Razer Nostromo PC Gaming Keypad
- 16 fully-programmable Hype response gaming buttons are engineered for rapid key actuation and crisp response
- The Razer Nostromo's all-new configuration software is as easy to use, allowing you to conveniently customize all the buttons with any game command or key binding.
- Nostromo Gaming Keypad
- The Razer Nostromo's all-new configuration software is as easy to use, allowing you to conveniently customize all the buttons with any game command or key binding
- Connects to PC with USB 2.0 port
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3. Logitech G600 MMO Gaming Mouse, RGB Backlit, 20 Programmable Buttons
- 20 MMO tuned buttons: Includes unique 12 button thumb panel designed for quick, no look navigation; The low friction polytetrafluoroethylene feet eliminate friction on nearly any surface for smoother motions, precise cursor movements and improved accuracy
- G shift ring finger button: Instantly double the number of actions you can perform with every button. PTFE Feet: 250-km range. Onboard memory: 1 profile
- Built for comfort: Sculpted shape and tuned buttons reduce click fatigue during marathon multiplayer sessions; G8 cycle modes
- Total personalization: Set it up your way with customizable thumb panel lighting colors, DPI levels or button assignments; Do not use a USB hub
- Made for PC gaming: Compatible with Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8
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5. Guild Wars 2
Guild Wars 2 provides a massive, online persistent world.Free online play. No monthly fee.Players have the freedom to play together even if their friends are at a much higher (or lower) level.Players will be able to engage in organized, balanced PvP (similar to GvG in the original Guild Wars) withou...
6. Redragon M901 Wired Gaming Mouse, MMO RGB LED Backlit Computer Mice, 12400 DPI Perdition with 18 Programmable Buttons, Weight Tuning Set for Windows PC Gaming (Black)
- WIRED GAMING MOUSE; built for PC Gamers -Optical Gaming Mouse up to 12400 DPI via software, 12000 FPS, 1000 Hz polling rate, 50G acceleration. The High-Precision Sensor delivers Pinpoint Accuracy while the Micro Switch ensure longevity, greater durability
- LED RGB BACKLIT PROGRAMMABLE GAMING MOUSE; 18 programmable buttons, 5 Memory Profiles each with distinct LED color option for quick identification. Comes with 8-piece weight tuning set (2.4g x8) and Breathing Effects. (LED Backlight can be disabled)
- ERGONOMIC GAMER MOUSE DESIGN; Ergonomic shape fits naturally in your hand, reduces stress with superior productivity and efficiency. Give an extremely gaming experience during sessions.
- HIGH-END PC GAMING MOUSE FEATURES; 7 Mouse Buttons PLUS 12 MMO programmable side buttons. Total 19 buttons. Fire button, Pulsing Breathing light color modes. Durable smooth TEFLON feet pads for ultimate gaming control
- PC GAMING MOUSE COMPATIBILTY: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, or Windows XP, Limited Mac OS keyboard support. Comes with 6 foot high-speed braided fibre cable and a gold-plated corrosion free USB connector for a reliable connection
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9. Razer Naga MMOG Laser Gaming Mouse (RZ01-00280100-R3)
- 5600dpi Razer Precision 3.5G Laser Sensor
- Optional MMO-specific software AddOns
- 1000Hz Ultrapolling / 1ms response time
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10. CM Storm Trigger - Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with CHERRY MX BROWN Switches and Fully LED Backlit
- Fully backlit and illuminated with durable LEDs, allowing you to see in dark settings
- CHERRY MX mechanical switches can help improve your typing speed and accuracy
- Can be used in gaming, work, professional, and casual environments
- Detachable wrist rest provides ergonomic support and reduces strain
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11. Razer Tartarus v2 Gaming Keypad: Mecha-Membrane Key Switches - 32 Programmable Keys - Customizable Chroma RGB Lighting - Programmable Macros - Classic Black
- High-Performance Mecha-Membrane Switches: Provides the tactile feedback of mechanical key press on a comfortable, soft-cushioned, membrane, rubber dome switch suitable for gaming
- 32 Mecha-Membrane Keys for More Hotkeys and Actions: Perfect for gaming or integrating into creative workflows with fully programmable keys
- Thumbpad for Improved Movement Controls: The 8-way directional thumbpad allows for more natural controls for console-oriented players and a more ergonomic experience
- Fully Programmable Macros: Razer Hypershift allows for all keys and keypress combinations to be remapped to execute complex commands
- Ultimate Personalization & Gaming Immersion with Razer Chroma: Fully syncs with popular games, Razer hardware, Philips Hue, and gear from 30 plus partners; supports 16 8 million colors on individually backlit keys
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13. Guild Wars 2, Heart of Thorns - PC Guild Wars 2, Heart of Thorns Edition
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14. Zalman Zm-Mic1 High Sensitivity Headphone Microphone
- It has attractive & compact design
- Localization - English
- High Sensitivity Headphone Mic
- 3 Mini Clips for Tidy Arrangement
- Product Type - Headphone Microphone
- Localization - English
- System Components - N/A
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- System Components - N/A
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15. Guild Wars 2 [Download]
- Guild Wars 2 provides a massive, online persistent world
- Free online play. No monthly fee.
- Players have the freedom to play together even if their friends are at a much higher (or lower) level
- Players will be able to engage in organized, balanced PvP (similar to GvG in the original Guild Wars) without needing to first level up characters, find equipment, or unlock skills
- You will be able to advance your character to the maximum level without ever joining a group if you so desire
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16. Belkin Nostromo Speedpad n52
- Captures all the advantages of the critically acclaimed n50
- Cranks up the juice with advanced options to dominate your game
- Combines keyboard and gamepad into one small, easy-to-use device
- More tools for customizing your game than ever
- Designed with an intuitive nature and stylish versatility
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17. UtechSmart Venus Gaming Mouse RGB Wired, 16400 DPI High Precision Laser Programmable MMO Computer Gaming Mice [IGN's Recommendation]
- 『SENSITIVE DPI MMO MOUSE』Focus on MMO gamers: this professional MMO gaming mouse built-in up to 16400 DPI, 12000 FPS, 1000 Hz polling rate, 30G acceleration, 100-150in/s cursor speed, and a high precision Avago sensor. It has an adjustable sensitivity level (range from 200 - 16400) built right into the gaming mouse. You can easily adjust the mouse sensitivity using buttons on the mouse. Great micro switches provide crisp, firm clicks.
- 『FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE MOUSE & RGB BACKLIT』Venus MMO wired gaming mouse with multiple programmable buttons (included 12 side buttons), 5 custom profiles each with 5 LED RGB colors backlit modes for quick identification of profiles and additional options for over 16 million LED RGB colors. The LED breathing light can be disabled according to your preference. Special Setting Switch Button on the bottom of the wired gaming mouse allows you to execute the switch profile command with maximum efficiency.
- 『PROGRAMMABLE MOUSE BUTTONS』All the macro buttons allow you to customize the functions to your specific needs and can be easily mapped to any of the usual keyboard keys, combos. Venus MMO gaming mouse with side buttons can be mapped to what will best fit your style of play are placed within easy reach of your thumb. “Auto Fire button" is a convenient key for most games that can optimize your preferences. It makes gaming so much easier and even has the ability to increase your level of gameplay.
- 『PRECISE CONTROL IN YOUR HAND』Venus MMO mouse is also an adjustable weighted mouse that comes pre-assembled with (2. 4g) x 8 weights inside. 12 buttons on the side are angled and can be positioned faster by touch alone. The Venus gaming mouse has a nice rest place on the left where your thumb can rest when not active. Comes with two durable smooth TEFLON feet pads for the bottom of the mouse to make the mouse slide better and bring the ultimate gaming experience for you.
- 『COMFORTABLE SHAPE & TEXTURED GRIP』 Ergonomic Right-Handed design with the frosted painting surface avoids hand sweat and slippery. The shape and texture on the mouse are extremely comfortable in the hand and the size is suited for most. That can keep your grip firm during gameplay. 6ft braided-fiber cable with gold-plated USB connector ensures greater durability. 18-Month Manufacturer's Promise.
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18. RAZER NAGA HEX V2: 7 Button Thumb Grid - 16,000 Adjustable DPI - New Ergonomic Form Factor - MOBA Gaming Mouse (Renewed)
- Created specifically for MOBA gamers, the Razer Naga Hex Chroma comes with a 7 button thumb grid outfitted with mechanical buttons, positioned in a way that ensures you never misclick.
- Each of these buttons is programmable, giving you easy and quick access to skills, no matter how intense the fight gets.
- Redesigned with comfort in mind, the Razer Naga Hex Chroma now features a new ergonomic form factor that will fit the most popular playstyles.7 feet braided fiber USB cable
- Regardless of your grip-style, hand shape and size, this impressive mouse will enable you to continue dominating without any strain on your hand, even during the most taxing of gaming marathons.
- Choose from an impressive spectrum of true 16.8 million colors and effects to personalize your Razer Naga Hex Chroma and see your playstyle in a different light.
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19. ASUS N550J 15.6-Inch Laptop (Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz Processor, 1TB Hard Drive, 8GB RAM, Windows 8.1 64-bit) Silver Grey
Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz (Turbo 3.4 GHz).1TB Hard Drive. 8GB RAM. NVIDIA GTX850M 2GB-VRAM.15.6-Inch Full-HD IPS Touchscreen Display. 720P HD Webcam.3x USB 3.0, 1x HDMI, 1x MiniDisplay. SDXC Card Reader. 802.11 A/C, Gigabit ethernet port.Aluminum body construction. Includes external plug-in mini-S...
20. Logitech G600 MMO Gaming Mouse, White
20 MMO-tuned buttons: Includes unique 12-button thumb panel designed for quick, no-look navigationG-shift ring-finger button: Instantly double the number of actions you can perform with every buttonBuilt for comfort: Sculpted shape and tuned buttons reduce click fatigue during marathon multiplayer s...
I don't have cerebral palsy or anything like that, but when I started playing I could not use the traditional WASD method of moving and playing. I'm just too uncoordinated (and old) to get the hang of it. What saved me and kept me from giving up is learning that I could move by hold down the left and right mouse buttons at the same time. Then in connected this to my computer
https://smile.amazon.com/Razer-Tartarus-Progammable-Detachable-Mecha-Membrane/dp/B07754PYFK/ref=sr_1_1?_encoding=UTF8&gclid=CjwKCAjw7anqBRALEiwAgvGgm5mxYOiGAxb5418wPg2lbESDkfYDvDr-V4EZNfrDkb74wc0o9XDFaBoC-MIQAvD_BwE&hvadid=178382704711&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9011106&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t2&hvqmt=e&hvrand=5833860296193473866&hvtargid=kwd-57813446221&hydadcr=17078_9872711&keywords=razer+tartarus&qid=1565182178&s=gateway&sr=8-1
and reprogrammed it for all skills 1-10 and F1-F5. There are even a couple buttons on the side that I programmed to be the loot button (think F is default in-game).
Not sure how much function you have in your right hand, but if you have enough in your right thumb I would recommend this mouse
https://smile.amazon.com/RAZER-NAGA-HEX-Adjustable-Ergonomic/dp/B07ML6CJX1/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=razer+naga+hex&qid=1565182499&s=gateway&sr=8-4
I have the dodge and weapon swap programmed to the buttons on the side that I can press just with my thumb. I even cut small pieces of the scratchy half of velcro and stuck to every other button to help me distinguish one from the other by touch.
The way I play my right hand never leaves the mouse and the left never has to leave that dedicated side keyboard. The only time I ever do is to pull up the map, inventory, TP or something like that.
And for mounts, I use the radial-mount menu overlay that you can get here
https://github.com/Friendly0Fire/GW2Radial
I have one of the side buttons on the mouse dedicated to activating the menu at that point it's just point and click to get your desired mount.
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With this setup, I'm not the best player in the game, but I can hold my own in WvW, PvP, and PvE stuff and get around just fine.
I hope you find something that works out for you.
GW is a awesome game. I only have 4 points left on my HoM and im real excited. You will be able to get them after GW2 comes out but might have a harder time as the GW userbase is already pretty low.
If you have a friend who wants to do it or you can find a few people, or a guild, its worth it for the first 15. The last 15 (assuming you only want the items) will take you about the same amount of time to get 1-3 points. First 15 you can do in 1 1/2 weeks.
The story is pretty good in a silly way. If you want to get the most out of GW2 you should probably buy the books 1 2, they are pretty good at least if you have played GW and stayed interested.
The game is different than most games, you will probably mostly play alone or only with friends. It isn't open world, you have to form your party and skills in towns. The game is completely skill based, if you are a bad player you will always be bad. It has a pretty decent learning curve but it throws a lot of people off the game. Also don't expect to pvp in GW, if you get in a game you are going to get pwned.
I'll be playing with:
Also have a 3D monitor and glasses if I feel inclined to play GW2 in 3D, though after having tried it during recent stress tests, I'm not sure I will.
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On the subject of peripherals, if anyone is browsing through these posts trying to get ideas on future purchases:
Razer products: Use caution and make informed decisions before buying them. With Razer, most of the time you're paying for the brand name more than anything. Their quality control is known to be really shoddy compared to other brands. Their mice and the Nostromo are typically good (though even then, my first DeathAdder mouse was faulty and had to be RMA'd), but everything else is average at best, faulty and unreliable at worst. I was looking into buying a Blackwidow in my mechanical keyboard search this month, but decided against it in the end because there were simply far too many reports of faulty, flimsy, or otherwise broken parts (both out of the box or down the line) for me to buy with confidence. Bottom line, do your research on the likes of Google, Amazon and Newegg reviews, etc. before making a purchase. Not even just with Razer products, but anything you ever plan on investing significant money into.
Mechanical keyboards: They're a really great investment if you're in the market for a keyboard and can fit them in the budget. They're a lot more pricey, but you really get what you pay for with these. Mechanical keys are an absolute pleasure to type and game on compared to the cheap membrane keys which are standard today. These keyboards provide great tactility, feedback, accuracy, and are made to last far, far longer than your standard keyboard.
Audio Peripherals: First of all, do not buy gaming headsets. Once again, you're paying a lot more for the brand and the title of "gaming headset" than the actual product quality. Frankly, most (if not all) gaming headsets' quality and audio fidelity are downright poor in comparison to dedicated headphones that you can get for the same or lesser price. The best thing to do if you want to get the most bang for your buck is to buy a nice pair of headphones, and if you're dead-set on having an attached mic, invest into something like the ModMic or mod one on yourself.
I posted this in another thread here the other day but it seems to apply here. Someone asked if their laptop could run the game, this is just my experience with the laptop I have.
>I have this laptop
>Okay so I didn't do any crazy testing, just walked around the world and killed a few mobs and then went to divinitys reach for the most part. I'm playing with the touch pad so it is a little awkward(make sure you have a usb mouse), also I capped my fps at 60 but did NOT turn on vsync and this was at 1920x1080 resolution.
>Low settings are ugly and not worth it, just to get that out of the way. The water is just sad looking. If you want to save money and buy a lower priced laptop and play on low settings it is possible, just get one with a good processor. If you can get one with one of the newer IRIS intel HD graphics those actually do really well for gaming, do some research and see which one would be best for you. Could also go with a dedicated card like I have.
>Auto detect put me at 60 fps most of the time running around in divinitys reach with dips down to ~50. Very playable and it felt great. I got to test this one the most because the Shadow Behemoth event was going on. There were a lot of people out there and I saw as low as 35 fps but for the most part I was at 45+ during the whole event which is very good imo. This screenshot shows what auto detect put me at, that was 60 fps where I was. Here is a picture of the event that shows some of the people there, I think I was at 40 fps there.
>I turned on best appearance which put most things to high(not highest, but close) and I did awesome in divinitys reach, 40-60 fps with it usually right around the middle of that. However I can definitely see this suffering in a dungeon or event like the one I did on the auto settings. Here are the settings it put me at. As you can see in the same swamp I just killed the Shadow Behemoth in with nobody but 1 or 2 people around I'm sitting at 48 fps.
>Overall I am very happy with the performance of this laptop on the auto settings and it could be even better if tweaked a bit. This thing will play Guild Wars 2 just fine but is also 3x the price of the laptop you linked. In WvW or anything massive you will get fps drops but I can't really say how bad they will be.
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Hate to burst your creativity bubble, but the third books' name, author, and page-count are already known (The release date is a filler, the book is possibly already done).
It's going to involve the nation of Orr, its history, and focus around zombies and pirates for the most part. It will probably take place before GoA, like EoD, but even further back then EoD.
The books are heavily for learning about the lore, not so much personalization. GoA focuses heavily on describing the Foefire (the main character in GoA, Dougal Keane, will be in Lion's Arch in GW2), the Charr-Human treaty, and the human race in general.
EoD focuses around Destiny's Edge, both the rise and fall of that Guild, in which all 5 (6, Garm) of the "main characters" in the book play major roles in GW2, mostly around the dungeon system, such as Eir and Rytlock for the Catacombs of Ascalon.
It's a neat idea, but simply not on track for what Arenanet is after with the GW2 books, and I've absolutely loved them. A book revolving around that would probably have cliche after cliche thrown in, everything to make your character stand out as a hero. IMO, I just like the books the way they are - Adventurous, canon, and providing details of the world GW2 will have.
there is also 3 published books that you might enjoy (I know I did)
they cover lots events that happened after GW1 and before GW2
Ghosts of Ascalon - I still need to read this one but i believe its talking about the events that lead to the peace negotiation between the Humans and Charr
Edge of Destiny- this book talks about the the 5 main NPC you play with throw the personal story, how they met and what happened between them before the events of GW2
Sea of Sorrows - talks about the re-creation of Lions arch after Orr risen from the ocean, how it became free city for all races and a heaven for pirates, great story
Can't provide much in the way of mesmer tips, but I can definitely sympathize with your wrist problems interfering with keyboard operation. I had surgery on my wrist a couple years ago, and my left hand was nearly useless. I got one of these as a gift and it was a godsend playing WoW. I still use it in GW2, and use it for everything. I've got everything but WASD programmed to the side buttons and scroll wheel, so literally all I do with my left hand is move forward, backwards, and strafe.
Yeah. The Superluxx Solution with an external Mic is absolutely awesome and beats any Complete HS far 150 USD.
You can go the "New" Variant what costs a bit more:
HS: HD 681 Evo
Mic: Reloop
With this Combination youve got a real Headset Style, cause the Microfone will sit Right were other Mics are on the regular Headsets.
Now to the "Classic" Combination, cheaper but no loss in Quality:
HS: HD 681
Mic: Zalman Mic1
With both Solutions youre ready to go.
Only thing to Mention. You WILL need Soundcard with Headset Amplifier such as:
for PCI Slot: Xonar DG
for PCI-Ex Slot: Xonar DgX
Both are Equal in Sound Quality, take the one who fits in your computer, and then:
Enjoy awesome Sound :)
Something like this would be cool as hell, but I think looking for it to be built into the game is the wrong approach. There are plenty of gaming mice (mouses?) and keyboards available with custom programming software that can handle this better than ArenaNet could.
Just imagine a Tuesday game update that breaks the F1 keybind for all Mesmers, and they can't fix it until Friday. I will go ahead and confess that I'd be cheering in PvP lobby! But for everyone else this would be devastating. UGH! >:O
Those interested may want to check out Logitech's line of... meese, particularly the G600 MMO mouse. It has a third mouse button on the far right - the "G" key - that enables you to change the functionality of all the other buttons. For example, let's say you have the 1 - 5 buttons on the side of the mouse bound to your F1 - F5 skills. You could set it up so that when you press and hold the G key those 1 - 5 buttons instead correspond to 5 of your mounts. Release the G key and you're back to your F-skills. There are a lot of great possibilities.
The same is true for keyboards, though a nice gaming keyboard with single key customization is hella expensive, you can get a small macro pad for pretty cheap. I have a Logitech G13 keypad - which I did not buy for $299 - that is great for this purpose. You can get it used for cheap on eBay. I also have a Max Falcon 8 keypad that I use for mass copy-pasting at the office, but it's a pain in the ass to program. Recently I've been looking at Koolertron's keypad on Amazon as an upgrade.
Good luck!
https://imgur.com/a/XyqJz
The MMO Mouse (twelve on the side) has:
All the F buttons are hit with the tip of my thumbnail, which makes it easy to play Elementalist and Engineer. It also makes it easy to hit the Chronomancer Continuum Split button and then drag my thumb along the line of F skills to burst people with condi's in WvW :3
When I get the mounts going, I will make them CTRL+F1-F4 because I can hold CTRL easily whilst moving since it is right at the corner of my hand.
I use https://www.amazon.com/Gaming-Mouse-UtechSmart-Venus-Precision/dp/B00FNKMVUO for reference. It mostly fits me... lower half of my thumb can hit 7-12 and upper half for the others. The buttons are all wide enough that I do not double-hit them.
P.S. Yes, I made my own keyboard layout so movement keys look funny. That side of the keyboard is laid out with:
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Or you could get a razer naga. I'm probably only going to use 1-9 and map profession mechanics to 1-4, but if wanted to you could pretty much everything to that damn mouse.
Those keybindings look great all things considered, but when the shit hit the fan I know I would make so many mistakes trying to manage that.
For 1: Amazon has it for $40-ish.
I'm not too sure about 2 though, when you go to pick a server you can look at what it says for it, but I think most are either high or very high. You could also try looking at guilds on servers and seeing which ones have a large group that you may be interested in joining I guess. Playing with a guild is a lot of fun and many are pretty casual.
If all you want to know is if gems are worth it, the answer is yes. There are a lot of good things you can get. Bag slots, bank space, more mat storage, shared inventory slots, the Copper-Fed Salvage-o-matic, and so on. And then you can also buy cooler gliders and whatnot but that's all up to you.
But don't buy the Ultimate Edition. Buy the HoT upgrade from Amazon for $40, then $50 worth of gems to get whatever you want, and you've saved $10. If you decide you also want the character slot, then blow another $10 and the only thing you've missed out on are the mini, finisher, and glider, all of which are pretty meh in my opinion (only the glider is really worth it).
It's a gaming mouse made by Logitech. It's very similar to the Razer Naga, but it's made by Logitech. I got mine a week before launch, and it has been my favorite purchase in a long time. It did take some getting used to, but it has greatly improved my efficiency and I am able to focus on moving while attacking. This is the first MMO I've ever really got into and I'm now able to hang with a few of my friends who've been playing MMOs for years.
Have you looked into a gamepad such as the Razer Tartarus?
While I don't have mobility issues, I do have smaller hands and cannot use a keyboard for extended periods of time without pain so have been using a Belkin n52TE (the grandfather of the Tartarus) and it is amazing. I have tried to use a keyboard in some games, and that just feels strange and ends up hurting after a bit. The keys are fully customizable, there's more of them with ease-of-access, and it's ergonomic. Between it and using the Logitech G600 (MMO mouse) I have not had to use a keyboard in about a decade unless I chose to for gaming.
I play GW2 completely with the n52TE and G600, including T4 fractals and raids, and have done so since beta with zero issues. I also use these to play games ranging from MMO's to FPS to sims to RPG's because you can easily customize what keys do what and switch things around to whatever is comfortable and makes sense to you. You can even set up a profile/keybinds for any program you use often so instead of hitting a shortcut on your computer or clicking, you just hit a single button on the pad.
I can't speak to how the Tartarus is to set up, but I don't think it's really any different than the n52TE. You install the software, plug it in, and you're good. You use the software to set up the keybinds and profiles, and once you set them up you just change between them as needed. Some models even come with on-board memory so you can take it and use it on someone else's computer and it will use the last used profile you had it on without the need of installing software on their computer.
Obviously what works for one person won't work for everyone, but a gamepad changed my (gaming) life and is probably the main reason I haven't developed wrist issues in my left hand.
Of course you can, GW2 takes place 250 years after GW1 so some stuff will be familiar like old places and probably stuff mentioned in books or something, but otherwise the stories are pretty much self contained. If you're interested in getting into the lore prior to GW2 coming out, then go check out the books. The end of Eye of the North in 2007 was the starting point of everything that happened in-between GW1 and GW2 with the Beyond content giving you more of the story leading into GW2.
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Ascalon-Matt-Forbeck/dp/1416589473
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-J-Robert-King/dp/1416589600/ref=pd_bxgy_b_text_b
Also, someone can probably link you to a primer for the lore on youtube.
Here is a video playlist for Keybinds and Combat tips.
Here is the best video for setting up Action Camera.
Playlist with lots of New Player Guides. (Good for reference, you don't have to watch before playing.)
I also highly recommend getting an MMO mouse like the G600, so you can keybind more important skills to you right hand and not just your left.
I'm using the Red Dragon Perdition. It's not super well known, but it's really one of the best mouse i've used at an amazing price.
http://www.amazon.com/Redragon-Perdition-Precision-Programmable-programmable/dp/B00GU8W5AE/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1422663187&sr=1-1
I used one of these when I played WoW and it worked wonderfully.
I've enjoyed the books as a compendium to what I do in game. They might not be for everyone but are interesting and easy reads.
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Ascalon-Matt-Forbeck/dp/1416589473/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1377879616&sr=1-4&keywords=guild+wars+2
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-J-Robert-King/dp/1416589600/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1377879616&sr=1-3&keywords=guild+wars+2
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Sorrows-Ree-Soesbee/dp/1416589627/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1377879616&sr=1-2&keywords=guild+wars+2
As far as I know yes, but HoT is $30 on DLGamer (legit, Anet authorized, I and many others have bought HoT from them) or $32 on Amazon if you can get free shipping, so unless you can get the original for less it's not worth it.
Every few months or so there's been a 50% off sale, it'll be a while til the next one though since we just had one. But Amazon has it for $31 USD right now: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WJQXQE/ref=pe_160330_227862370_em_1p_0_ti also a place called DLGamer, which is a partner site usually has it at a discount.
Codes are one use only, so you can't buy someone else's account, no. Also stay away from grey-market reseller websites. If it's not listed on the retailers site https://www.guildwars2.com/en/retailers/ it's probably not worth the risk.
Also keep in mind the core game is play for free, so you can just download and create an account and see if it's manageable for your ping :)
I had to dust off the old Nostromo from my early WoW days.
I love being able to strafe/move with one finger using the thumbpad... plus there's enough keybinds/combinations for anyone.
Not the most expensive rig in the world, but I love every part of it and recommend it all:
i7 2600k w/ Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO
4x Corsair Vengeance Low Profile 4GB 1600 RAM dual channel
2x GTX460 1GB DDR5 in SLI
Corsair HX 750W power supply
Asus Xonar DG (Dolby Headphone virtual surround) sound card [link]
Logitech G13 gamepad [link]
CM Storm Xornet mouse [link]
Logitech K120 keyboard
Superlux HD681 headphones [link]
Zalman ZM-MIC1 clip-on microphone [link]
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377457636&sr=8-1&keywords=gw2
The physical copies comes in standard edition while the digital copy only comes in deluxe...at least for now. As someone who has the deluxe edition, it's not really worth it. But it's up to you :) glad you enjoyed the game.
Thanks for the pointer, but I still can't get the game!
I checked the digital edition available at amazon http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_2?s=software&ie=UTF8&qid=1346319785&sr=1-2&keywords=guild+wars2+digital+edition If you look at the 'Product Details' section, it says that - "Downloading: Currently, this item is available only to customers located in the United States and who have a U.S. billing address."
I don't have a US billing address! do you know any other place where I can get the game?
If I order for the PC edition it will take around a week to reach me, I already have the downloaded client (took from a friend) so I am looking to purchase the digital edition to get started ASAP.
Thanks but the picture and description clearly state "Pre-purchase" and not "Pre-order".
The link for the pre-order version is this one and there are other links for the other editions as well.
Comes out to a $10 discount over Amazon which is new w/free shipping if you have Prime (not sure how to get the shipping amount without it).
Woot's worth looking at just for their description though. Thanks for posting that =)
Don't worry, it's on Amazon as well. At least on the German one, I've been able to find it quite easily.
German Amazon book
have you thought of using the Logitech g13? It would seem that would be an easy fix for your issue. I have one and it is fantastic, I am the traditional mouse on right kind of guy, but I feel like this would help you.
http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G13-Programmable-Gameboard-Display/dp/B001NEK2GE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1344880800&sr=8-1&keywords=logitech+g13%27
I used to use the Corsair m95 until I found this one the "Redragon Perdition" It's badass and I've have had 3 other friends that play mmo's buy them after they tried mine. Not sure about the Mac thing though. http://www.amazon.com/Redragon-Perdition-Precision-Programmable-programmable/dp/B00GU8W5AE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421389169&sr=8-1&keywords=red+dragon+perdition+mouse&pebp=1421389175397&peasin=B00GU8W5AE
The book that was released tells their entire story. Short read, pretty fun. Dunno if anyone's got a pdf copy.
http://www.amazon.ca/Guild-Wars-J-Robert-King/dp/1416589600
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Ascalon-Matt-Forbeck/dp/1416589473 - all 3 books (which cover a lot of kinda importantish lore and if i may recommend in case you just wanna get one, it should be SoS from Ree Soesbee) for 25$, but most important passages are on the net, Gw2guru has its own lore section, but the core plotlines are in the original GW, in the personal story and kindaish here http://atlas.guildwars2.com/en/
I used my G13 for WoW and I expect it'll work very well for GW2.
I recommend the Logitech G13. I use the thumbstick for movement and it is awesome. Responsive, easy to adjust to, and frees up more fingers for skill use. I tried the razer equivalent but the d-pad just doesn't work as well as the thumbstick for me.
In terms you should relate with:
A/D + Right Mouse Button = Left joystick on your console controller
A/D w/no mouse = Right joystick on your console controller
When playing shooters on your console, you strafe constantly. The same applies here. You should be strafing by holding the right mouse button.
I use a Razer Naga and I only use my left hand for WSAD, shift, CTRL, and Space. All abilities and dodge are controlled by my mouse. It takes a lot to get used to it, but it is worth it.
http://www.amazon.com/Razer-Laser-Gaming-Mouse-RZ01-00280100-R3/dp/B002MPPRPO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1343764904&sr=8-2&keywords=naga
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Pre-Purchase-Online-Access/dp/B008MAYXI0/ref=zg_bs_229575_1
You'll get a $5 credit too =D
I highly recommend a gameboard like the Logitech G13.
I have all my skills bound to the Gkeys on it, movement bound to the thumbstick, and jumping, diving, targeting and interaction controls bound to my mouse (a Logitech G700).
Like this? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-Nostromo-SpeedPad-Directional-Throttle/dp/B0000DC643
I don't think my hands would know what to do, haha. At the moment I pretty much use Shift, W, 1234 and click everything else even though I tried binding my attacks to Z, X, C, B, G, and R. Maybe I need big stickers on my keyboard or something.
The Sennheiser HD-555's are awesome. Way better sound and build quality over the gaming headsets I've used in the past. I use a Zalman Clip-on Mic and guildies have had no issue with the sound quality.
Redragon Perdition is imo far better (with the weight config and a better thumb curve for claw girp) and also on sale.
http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G13-Programmable-Gameboard-Display/dp/B001NEK2GE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463159065&sr=8-1&keywords=g13
http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G600-Gaming-Mouse-Black/dp/B0086UK7IQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463159091&sr=8-1&keywords=g600
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Natural-Ergonomic-Keyboard-4000/dp/B000A6PPOK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1463159118&sr=1-1&keywords=microsoft+ergonomic+keyboard
This is my setup and I love it.
I had more in mind something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G13-Programmable-Gameboard-Display/dp/B001NEK2GE/ref=sr_1_4?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1345659341&sr=1-4
Something for my left hand that is configurable enough to keep it ergonomic.
Yep,
Digital Edition
Digital Deluxe Edition
Standard Edition
Collector's Edition
Obviously the digital editions don't come with boxes and all you get is a key and the other two are physical boxed copy like you would get in a brick and mortar store.
I use the Redragon M901, it's really good! I wanted a multi-button mouse but I have small hands and most multi-button mouses are massive, this is a perfect fit for me. It's lasted me for two years so far and it's less expensive than Corsair.
I would highly recommend the two Guild Wars 2 novels, Ghosts of Ascalon and Edge of Destiny, if you are interested in lore.
Ghosts of Ascalon is first and it serves as a primer on the races, basic interests, and relevant history of Tyria. You are introduced to some notable characters, and it is an entertaining read.
Edge of Destiny is the second book and it deals more with a cast of characters that features a prominent role in-game and is more focused on the current situation of Tyria. It is also a very fun read.
There is a third book currently being written, Sea of Sorrows, that was supposed to be released before launch but was delayed.
Ghosts of Ascalon
Edge of Destiny
would you kindly go this link and hoover your mouse over the bottom-left corner of the box and tell me what it say ;)
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4
In Europe the box got PEGI-rating. In NA it got ESRB
Having an mmo mouse can help take a lot off the keys i have 10 things set to the mouse and it make smoother game play as your finger will not have to dash about trying to keep up.
MMO mouse that i use
I've used the Redragon M901 PERDITION for about a year and a half and it works well. It won't be the highest quality product, and the buttons can feel cramped if you have large hands. On the plus side it is only 35$ compared to the typical higher prices of better quality gaming mice.
http://www.amazon.com/Redragon-M901-PERDITION-High-Precision-Programmable/dp/B00GU8W5AE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1464194146&sr=8-1&keywords=pendragon+mouse
Yes, Amazon offers a Kindle Edition for all three books.
Mouse buttons are my savior. In PvP, I find it incredibly useful to be able to still move with my left hand, while attacking with my right hand (and camera movement).
That said, I used to use a Razer Naga, but the right mouse button recently died on me. I just picked up a Redragon Perdition ($37 on Amazon) and I am pleasantly surprised at its quality for that price.
Ah, fair enough.
Though, if it's an option, you can get a digital download from Amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1346780950&sr=8-2&keywords=Guild+Wars+2
Also, I play a Mesmer, so lets hope you target the right me. :P
Logitech G600 MMO Gaming Mouse, RGB Backlit, 20 Programmable Buttons https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0086UK7IQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_4Cg5BbY0QK2YR
I've used this logitech mouse for years because of a modifier button built into the pinky rest, they call it the "g-shift." When holding it down it activates a second profile for each button on the mouse allowing for quick and diverse actions through the mouse. When you release the "g-shift" key the buttons return to their base profile.
Software is also easy to use to program buttons. You can even have multiple profiles set up for individual programs and games. The software can also "auto-detect" what your playing to automatically switch profiles.
Looks like Amazon still has it for sale too. http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Pre-Purchase-Online-Access/dp/B008MAYXI0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1343850886&sr=8-3&keywords=guild+wars+2
I have been playing a warrior, my 2nd character and it should be fun with the stuns and knockbacks stuff. its just a pain in the ass to play with the default keybindings. Trying to move around avoiding damage and also react quickly and reliably hit a utility skill across the keyboard is impossible. Does anyone have any tips?
Does anyone use something like this? Would it help?
Thanks!
Here is what I have https://www.amazon.com/UtechSmart-Venus-16400-Precision-Gaming/dp/B00FNKMVUO and I cannot stress enough how much better the game was after switching to it.
You should check out Guild Wars : Ghosts of Ascalon this book deals with the events that took place to create the treaty between the Charr and the Humans. Pretty fun read, I liked reading Guild Wars: Edge of Destiny a little better, it tells the story of Destiny's Edge, and I can't think of anything else to say that wouldn't include spoilers.
Edit: Oh I see now you said in game content... Well I don't want to spoil too much but after reading both of those books I've found references to things from them in game.
That's kinda cool. I recommend this: https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G13-Programmable-Gameboard-Display/dp/B001NEK2GE
You can get her a gamepad like Razer Nostromo Gaming Keypad or Logitech's G13 Gameboard. Set the joystick to movement and everything else for skills and others.
Something like this. You can either use it to go wasd or use the thumb joystick to move.
Yes it is true.
See what I did there? Do you have a citation?
TERA Pre-order
GW2 Pre-order
TSW Pre-order
Also for example, another game with no release date:
>PlanetSide 2 has now officially shown up for Pre Order for 49.99 on several websites!
http://www.planetside-universe.com/news-planetside-2-pre-order-2512.htm
Where are these options to reserve a game for $5? In every MMO I've ever seen/played, a pre-order was always a full game purchase, you just had the option to cancel it before release.
I'm looking into it now, which version is best? On Amazon there are four versions. The original is twice as much as the 2012 version.. wtf?
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1345868924&sr=8-2&keywords=guild+wars+2
Standard PC Download. :)
For those who don't know, this book comes in a physical hardcover release as well. It already has a page on amazon, tho the pre-purchase is not available yet: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1506715990/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2APWROYZYJ96J&keywords=guild+wars+art+book&qid=1566909698&s=gateway&sprefix=guild+wars+a%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-3
I use the Logitech G13 and really like it a lot.
Ty. Cleaned the link, see below. Btw if Amazon sells the same item in different countries, it often has the same reference. So no need to search on amazon sites on by one to find it for your country (or to find that it's a lot cheaper to order something abroad) : you can simply replace the domain.
https://www.amazon.com//dp/1506715990/
https://www.amazon.fr//dp/1506715990/
https://www.amazon.de//dp/1506715990/
https://www.amazon.es//dp/1506715990/
https://www.amazon.co.uk//dp/1506715990/
https://www.amazon.it//dp/1506715990/
Only the GB and IT ones are unavailable atm.
OP, I see a lot of comments telling you to get an mmo mouse. I'd like to take a moment to recommend this cheap device that I've been using heavily for about 3 years now and still works fantastically. It comes with software that allows all 12 side button and even an alt click to be programmed to any key/action/macro (I have my alt click programmed to double click for all those pesky loot bags). The color of the lighting is fully customizable as well as the DPI of the mouse movements, and all of these can be set to 5 independent profiles that can be switched at the push of a button. There are also weights that can be added/removed to change the mass of the mouse to your preference. The only hangup I have is that the software can be finicky at times but once you've found a setup or two that you like there's no reason to use it anymore because the information is stored on the mouse. Can't recommend it enough.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GU8W5AE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lWidBbCTYZCGZ
I used to multi box in WoW - this was my set up.
http://www.dual-boxing.com/threads/33805-My-Boxing-Set-up-would-love-some-feedback?p=310241#post310241
It's potentially excessive for controlling a single player, but you'll never want for a keybind.
http://www.amazon.com/Ideazon-ZGP-1000-Fang-Gamepad-by/dp/B000FRW8KS
http://www.amazon.com/Razer-Naga-Laser-Gaming-Mouse/dp/B002MPPRPO
German Amazon link:
https://www.amazon.de/Complete-Art-Guild-Wars/dp/1506715990/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=art+of+guild+wars&qid=1566904605&s=gateway&sr=8-1
Amazon.com:
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Art-Guild-Wars/dp/1506715990/ref=sr_1_3?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=art+of+guild+wars&qid=1566904631&s=gateway&sr=8-3
Amazon.co.uk (strangely hardcover is unavailable):
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1506715990/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=art+of+guild+wars&qid=1566904657&s=gateway&sr=8-2
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334047000&sr=8-1
http://www.gamestop.com/pc/games/guild-wars-2/75863
Here you go mate, grab em while you can! :D
Edit: Although, think about it. You really don't want the digital deluxe? Don't regret it later :P
Sad that you were influenced with the LoC people here on reddit. It will go on sale again, or even for $40 it is a great deal.
Edit: Amazon has it for $30
I bought [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Pre-Purchase-Online-Access/dp/B008MAYXI0/ref=sr_1_3?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1345150067&sr=1-3&keywords=guild+wars+2) version last week
It wokred out fine, just got the codes and placed them on the GW2 website. You can however get the game cheaper if you don't mind waiting the three days and not doing the headtstart
amazon standard boxed for $40, http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4
If you can't get anything from buy.guildwars2.com, Amazon still has copies here http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001TOQ8X4
Amazon maybe?
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=pd_cp_vg_0
On Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4
40 usd at amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/
Physical copies are readily available: http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4
Sure you have to wait for shipping, but it beats waiting for keys to be sent out. You can upgrade to digital in-game if that's what you wanted.
They wrote a whole book about it: http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-J-Robert-King/dp/1416589600/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1375916204&sr=1-1
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Art-Guild-Wars/dp/1506715990/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+complete+art+of+guild+wars&qid=1567273458&s=gateway&sr=8-1
https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Art-Guild-Wars/dp/1506715990/ref=sr_1_3?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=art+of+guild+wars&qid=1566904631&s=gateway&sr=8-3
Amazon DLGamer
Both are on sale.
Don't even need to go out to buy it. Amazon has it.
Link to item on Amazon
And you bought the standard edition? (this one? http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4 )
uh, today Link
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397763064&sr=8-1&keywords=guild+of+wars+2
and
http://www.greenmangaming.com/s/us/en/pc/games/mmos/guild-wars-2-digital-edition-na/
Digital Downloads are off for now. Physical copies only until ANet opens them back up.
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1347039687&sr=8-2&keywords=guild+wars+2
Same from Amazon
You can't even Amazon is sold out.
https://www.amazon.com/Razer-Nostromo-PC-Gaming-Keypad/dp/B004AM5RB6/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1483685861&sr=8-9&keywords=nostromo
https://www.amazon.com/Mad-Catz-M-M-O-TE-Tournament-Gaming/dp/B00MHTF1M4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1483685892&sr=8-2&keywords=mmo+te
I just set a button for each mount because I have this ridiculous mouse
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Gaming-Backlit-Programmable-Buttons/dp/B0086UK7IQ
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Backlit-Programmable-Buttons-910-002864/dp/B0086UK7IQ
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Pre-Purchase-Online-Access/dp/B008MAYXI0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1345697290&sr=8-3&keywords=guild+wars+2
If you're gonna pay $60 you may want to just work to get another $20 so you could get this.
If you want a secondary controler, get an N52. I literaly can't play without one.
You want this one.
I thought that you wouldn't, but apparently I'm wrong. http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Pre-Purchase-Online-Access/dp/B008MAYXI0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345760507&sr=8-1 and http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1345760507&sr=8-3
Show that you will get a 3 day head start. Honestly though, I'd buy directly from the GW2 website https://buy.guildwars2.com/en/
If you don't want to support someone quietly adding their referral link, you can go here: http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-Pre-Purchase-Online-Access/dp/B008MAYXI0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1345760450&sr=8-3&keywords=guild+wars+2
> Pre-purchase Guild Wars 2 for PC download and get a $5 Video Games Credit plus 3-Day Head-start access
reading the description on amazon.com would help...
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-J-Robert-King/dp/1416589600
Should be noted I have no idea the order of books and all, if someone wants to chime in on this please do. I haven't read any GW books I just know this one exists.
I'm sure it does. "The code to setup your Guild Wars 2 account early and access Beta Weekend Events will be emailed at least a few days before the release of the game."
If you live in the U.S. and you don't feel comfortable buying from https://buy.guildwars2.com (this is directly from them and you can ask for a refund if health problems arise), give Amazon a try.
This product should allow you to get a pre-purchase code, giving you permission to play in any more stress tests before release, and let you play Aug 25-27th before the game comes out and ArenaNet asks everyone for a full game key. You can cancel the order after they give you the code, and not have to pay $60, but you should give it a try before you just go and cancel! I've never seen a game that justifies spending $60 more than GW2.
http://www.amazon.com/Guild-Wars-2-Pc/dp/B001TOQ8X4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1346379501&sr=8-2&keywords=guild+wars+2
REVIEW GUILD WARS 2 ON AMAZON NOW~
Here is the physical version that I bought. I have downloaded, played stress tests and will have headstart access. I also get the heros band. They sent me a code the day after I pre-ordered the game and been in stress tests ever since. I think your info is a bit wrong.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TOQ8X4/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
delivery estimate: August 28, 2012
The Art of Guild Wars 2 https://www.amazon.com/Art-Guild-Wars-2/dp/0578026988
The Complete Art of Guild Wars https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Art-Guild-Wars/dp/1506715990/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_img_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=E0P0VA3P12Z4MNAWTMRR
Yea. I wouldn't expect that they have any obligation to do it, but it's worth a try. The way I look at it, neither ArenaNet, nor GamesRocket has a real blame for it. The only reason I suggest to ask ANet for help is that they might be able to do something. You might be right that there's some legal reason that will prevent them from doing it, but I think you're making an assumption. ANet claims that "when you buy a EU copy, you support your EU data center". Whether there's some regional market deal at play, who knows. I personally think they just struck up distribution deal in various countries, and nothing more than that. Some retailers like GMG sell both.
But before we crap all over GamesRocket for "mislabeling" their product and being misleading, I'd like to point out that most other retailer also don't label the regional restrictions. Let's look at a few English ones:
Guild Wars 2 Standard Edition Digital US", but then below in the description says "Guild Wars 2 Deluxe Edition Digital EU includes" : PASS? FAIL?
This isn't the regulated region locked DVD market that has an established standard where consumers should know about and where retailer know to post that information. I think online retailer should be clearer, yea. I don't know who's to blame, but I don't think anyone is legally at fault here, so we're left with one stranded customer that kinda feels screwed. I think he's ultimately to blame for his mistake.
On the flip side, is it reasonable to expect every buyer to go to the official website to learn about the region lock? Not really. So, if anyone could do anything, since the retailer already declined a refund, the only place to ask for help is ANet. Whether it will work, I don't know. But what I was suggesting is to ASK for help rather than merely ask the question whether he'll be able to play with his EU copy. Finding who's to blame won't get him anywhere, so better to admit the mistake and ask ANet for help if they feel included to do so. Business is messy, and sometimes you give a freebie to a client to keep them as clients. They could perhaps invalidate the serial and give him 50$ of gems on his account or some other compensation. Whether it creates a precedent is another story. I'd try anyway. What's there to lose?
I'd rather play the Necro in PvE and the Thief in PvP mainly because of my choice in play style.
I have two things that won't necessarily make me the best player, but will reward me with efficiency above that of most other players. The Razer Nostromo and Razer Naga.
Never having to take your hand off the WASD keys provides constant control of positioning, dodging ability, etc. Instead of using your 2/3/4 fingers for hitting number skills and the F-keys, I'm able to use the numbers on my mouse for skills and the joystick for my F1-F4. The round button above the stick will be used for weapon swaps, and the button next to Mouse1 will be for things such as Death Shroud, Burst Attacks, Steal, etc.
Thief: Extreme mobility, most likely going to favorite the Sword/Dagger and Shortbow, but this will all change depending on the combat scene. Larger groups will need to be tackled with more of an AoE control, so I may take Blinding Powder, Caltrops, and Signet of Shadows along with my Sword/Dagger for big group support and direct spike damage.
In PvP, depending on the size of the confrontation, there are many ways to change and anticipate coming battles on the fly. As a Thief, I may come across an Elementalist with flaming hands, signifying his current attunement. I can prepare for heavy dodging and a lot of movement, possibly reverting back and forth between ranged and close-quarters-combat. I'd prefer the Dagger/Pistol and Pistol/Pistol against an Ele with Scorpion Wire, Apply Poison, and Roll for Initiative. This will allow me to dodge his slow casting, slow moving fire attacks at range, and in close range I can deal enough damage quickly to get him to relinquish his heal and maybe a couple utilities then finish off with a quick dual unload after RfI.
I could go on and on..