If you're looking to dive into the world of MMO gaming and would like to choose between the two current heavyweights, or if you've played one and are curious about the other, you might want to check out Peter Gracar's evaluations of EverQuest II and World of Warcraft over at Rage3D. He spent some considerable time in the lands of Azeroth and Norrath - about three straight weeks and 480 hours of gameplay to be exact - and has attempted to present an unbiased look at both bestselling titles.
Gracar compared both games using a variety of categories such as newbie friendliness, interface, graphics, combat mechanics, and regular vs. hardcore content. He also highlights each game's key differences, including WoW's PvP abilities and the advantages of EverQuest II's crafting and guild formations. In the end, Gracar concludes you can't go wrong with either game, given how successfully Sony and Blizzard have accomplished what they set out to do. Instead, he suggests you carefully think about what's important to you in a game prior to beginning your MMO experience.
Do you find these side by side comparisons more useful than individual game reviews? Which MMO are you playing right now and why?
