The Best Games To Play If You Like World Of Warcraft

Released in 2004, World of Warcraft revolutionized the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) genre. Even after nearly two decades, millions of players remain actively engaged.

While World of Warcraft offers endless content, players might seek alternatives after investing hundreds, or even thousands, of hours. Top-tier players have dedicated years to multiple characters and accounts. For those craving a change of pace, the following games provide a compelling challenge outside of Azeroth. While not exact replicas, they offer similar gameplay elements. Let's explore some excellent World of Warcraft alternatives.

Updated January 10, 2025 by Mark Sammut: The latter half of 2024 saw several significant game releases, though none closely resembled WoW. Infinity Nikki, with its captivating open world and addictive gameplay, deserves a mention, but shares little with Blizzard's MMO. Path of Exile 2's early access release also provides a strong option for action RPG enthusiasts.

A single-player Final Fantasy title has been added to the recommendations.

20. Throne and Liberty

A Modern MMORPG in the Lineage Tradition