ArenaNet Officially Announces Guild Wars 3 Launch Window Ahead of Major Franchise Restructuring
SEATTLE, WA – ArenaNet, the developer behind the acclaimed Guild Wars franchise, has officially confirmed that Guild Wars 3 is in active development, targeting a launch window in late 2027 for Microsoft Windows. According to a formal statement released by the company, the sequel will represent a complete structural reboot, moving away from the current Guild Wars 2 engine to embrace a fully realized action-combat system and a seamless, persistent open world. The announcement follows months of industry speculation and internal restructuring. ArenaNet clarified that Guild Wars 2 will continue to receive content updates for at least two years following the new title’s release. No details on pricing or beta access have been disclosed.