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Top WOW-esque Games for Fans

by Grace Jan 18,2025

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

While WoW offers endless content, players who've invested hundreds or thousands of hours might seek new challenges. Top-tier players often dedicate years across multiple characters and accounts. For those craving a change of pace, the following games offer compelling alternatives, even if they don't perfectly replicate the WoW experience. Let's explore some excellent WoW-like games.

Updated January 10, 2025 by Mark Sammut: Late 2024 saw several major game releases, but none closely resembled WoW. While Infinity Nikki deserves a mention for its stunning open world and addictive gameplay, it lacks any similarity to 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.