World of Warcraft, released in 2004, revolutionized the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) genre and continues to attract millions of players even two decades later. While WoW offers endless content, dedicated players who've invested countless hours might seek alternative challenges. This list presents compelling games that offer a similar, albeit not identical, experience to WoW's vast world and engaging gameplay.
Updated January 10, 2025 by Mark Sammut: Late 2024 saw several major game releases, but none closely resembled WoW. While Infinity Nikki deserves mention for its captivating open world and time-consuming gameplay, it lacks any significant similarity to Blizzard's MMO. Path of Exile 2's early access release also provides a strong alternative for action RPG enthusiasts.
A single-player Final Fantasy title has been added to the recommendations.
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Throne and Liberty
