Discover how Guild Wars Afterlife multiplayer works in the first new paid DLC for Guild Wars® Reforged in nearly 20 years, developed and published by ArenaNet®. This expansion introduces dynamic cooperative dungeon runs into the Unformed Mists where you can team up with real players or rely on traditional companions.
How Does Multiplayer Work in Guild Wars Afterlife?
When you travel to the isle of Xotecha, you do not have to brave the changing realm alone. Guild Wars Afterlife multiplayer allows you to embark on dungeon runs with your friends to tackle the shifting maps and powerful adversaries found deep within the Mists. Teaming up with other players lets you coordinate different skill-drafting strategies to overcome the challenges waiting in the Unformed.
Can You Play Guild Wars Afterlife Solo with Henchmen?
If you prefer playing by yourself or cannot find an online group, you can still experience all the content the DLC offers. Guild Wars Afterlife supports solo play by letting you embark on dungeon runs with henchmen instead of human players. This ensures you can access every dynamic dungeon, story beat, and reward regardless of your matchmaking preferences.
What Are the Core Multiplayer Features of the DLC?
The cooperative experience in Xotecha blends classic online roleplaying mechanics with a modern, ever-changing structure. Every run tests your party's adaptability as your character progression and inventory evaporate upon entering the Unformed Mists.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Skill-Drafting Combat | Build a custom skill bar unique to each run using abilities from any profession for boundless replayability. |
| Dynamic Dungeon | Explore changing jungles, cenotes, and floating ruins in an ever-shifting format with your team. |
| Party Play | Embark on dungeon runs cooperatively with your friends or solo alongside AI henchmen. |
| New Foes & Bosses | Challenge powerful Nightmares and Ancient Golems together to unlock rewards impacting future runs. |
Do You Need Guild Wars Reforged to Play?
To access Guild Wars Afterlife multiplayer, you must own the base game Guild Wars® Reforged on Steam, where the paid DLC is slated to release at a regular price of $29.99 (or $23.99 during the pre-purchase promotion). Because Afterlife functions as an expansion requiring the core online game, your existing characters transfer into the new realm. Once you apply your DLC and pre-purchase serial keys, any character on your account can visit specific NPCs like the Costume Maker in Lion's Arch, Shing Jea Monastery, Kamadan, and the Great Temple of Balthazar to claim bonus items like the Vestments of the Order costume.
FAQ
Does Guild Wars Afterlife support multiplayer matchmaking?
Yes, you can embark on dynamic dungeon runs with your friends or choose to play alongside henchmen if you prefer solo exploration.
How much does Guild Wars Afterlife cost?
The DLC is priced at $29.99 standard, with a pre-purchase discount available at $23.99.
What platforms are supported on Steam?
Guild Wars Afterlife is supported on Windows PCs through Steam, requiring the base game Guild Wars Reforged.
Can I use my existing characters in the multiplayer dungeons?
Yes, you bring your existing characters into Xotecha, though your character progression and inventory temporarily evaporate upon entering the Unformed Mists.