EverQuest II

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Product Features

• Massively multiplayer online role-playing game
• New online universe that exists parallel to previous Everquest game
• Non-playing characters now speak in the game--more than 130 hours of recorded dialog
• Thousands of new items, hundreds of new spells, and ultra-fine customization of characters
• Note: This game requires an Internet connection and charges a monthly fee payable by credit card or pre-paid game card (sold separately)

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00028YSD0
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.5 x 1.5 inches ; 13.1 ounces
• Media: CD-ROM
• Release Date: November 8, 2004
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #17,677 in Video Games (See Bestsellers in Video Games)

Product Description

Edition: DVD-Rom

From the Manufacturer

EverQuest II is an online universe that exists parallel to the hugely successful gaming phenomenon EverQuest. Featuring breathtaking graphics and a vast, beautiful game world to explore, EverQuest II sets new standards in graphical realism as players are immersed in the game's powerful epic storyline with thousands of players online.

Set 500 years after EverQuest, EverQuest II is a new and different game experience in a world marred by a series of massive cataclysms. Players enter this world by creating their own unique character from 16 races and 24 classes, using a powerful customization system for unprecedented player individuality.

Players will encounter hundreds of creatures as they travel across the majestic landscape of rolling hills, barren deserts, dense forests, and bustling cities. Thousands of new items, hundreds of new spells, and unparalleled adventures await all who enter the world of EverQuest II.

EverQuest II also features:

• A new, massive online world for thousands of players to explore, filled with danger, adventure and mystery
• Voices for almost every non-player character (NPC) in the game, a huge project encompassing nearly 100,000 lines and 130 hours of dialog (the equivalent of more than 65 feature films worth of content)
• Unparalleled character customization capabilities. In addition to thousands of pieces of armor, weapons and items users can equip, players will be able to customize their character's facial appearance to an incredible level of detail and personalization
• 16 races, 50 levels and 24 classes with a branching system that allows players to choose their class as they advance
• No race/class limitations, allowing players to truly choose who they want to be in game Player-owned real estate (such as apartments, homes, and guild houses)
• State-of-the art combat, spell and skill systems
• New, user-friendly game mechanics with reduced learning curve for both new and seasoned players Trade skills available to all player classes
• More than 160 unique creature types, from Orcs and Goblins to huge dragons and menacing Living Statues
• A state-of-the-art, cinematic quality 3D graphics engine capable of improving as hardware technology advances

EverQuest II is a multiplayer online game you play via the Internet. A stable Internet connection is required to play. Sony Online Entertainment charges a small monthly fee for this game, separate from your Internet service provider access charges. The first month of this fee is included in the purchase price of this package. You must provide a valid credit card to register and play. After your first month, you can use your credit card to buy more time.

Product Description

EverQuest II is a new, massive online world filled with danger, adventure and mystery. It's a wide-open world where players will encounter hundreds of creatures and unlimited adventure. Breathtaking graphics and an epic storyline immerse you in this world, as you become a legendary hero or villain. Players can now own real estate, such as apartments, homes, and guild houses Incredible graphics bring over 160 creature types to life - from orcs and goblins to menacing dragons and colossal Living Statues Features voices for almost every NPC in the game DVD-ROM version -- Requires DVD-ROM drive

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EQ2 - Has changed and is Solo/casual friendly, October 18, 2006

By	Judith A. Weller "jw1917" (LaVale, MD United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

EQ2 has undergone some major changes. If you like to solo or are a casual player this is the game for you. You can get to level 70 with any class solo. The developers have put in new solo quest lines that are really fun to play. The new broker system makes selling easy.

Frankly it was not that good when it came out but the changes have made for me the best MMO - I have tried WoW and hated it -- EQ1 gets old unless you are into raiding.

I think anyone looking for an MMO should definitely get this game -- especially if you want to solo or are a casual player.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars READ THIS..., March 6, 2006

By	Cathan "Tarew's Membrance" (Norrath) - See all my reviews

Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

I wanna start out by saying that not everyone will like this game. I am only 14 (just because i cant be below 14 if i wanna post this lol, im really one year younger) but i love it, and i have been playing for about 5 months. If you have played everquest one you will like this game. The graphics are amazing (if u have a decent computer) and the gameplay is awesome. The only thing is, of course since i play the game ill tell you how great it is. Most other people either tell you how amazing it is or how horrible it is. This game has also been changed a lot since its debut so ill go over some of the changes in LU 20 and from KoS (Kingdom of Sky) expansion.

1. Your character can reach an adventure level of 70.
2. There is a new achievement point system for players over level 20
3. Guilds can now reach level 50.
4. There are two new arenas for PvP (player versus player)
5. There are all new heritage quests, quests to get items from the original everquest game.
6. 30 new collection quests, for items found across Norrath that can be turned in to a collocter for exp and a reward.
7. You can now choose your proffession as you start the game, no longer requiring longg hours on quests to advance your level
8. There are now better tutorial islands for the beginners.
9. not from KoS but, for people who want to interact more with others, the servers have merged, causing almost all of the servers to be "heavy" so you can always find a group.

I think just trying this game would be one of your best moves to find out what its like. In 30 days of the free trial, if you work hard, im sure you can get to level 15-20 or beyond. In order to really experience this game you really need to play it for 30 days at least.

I have never played WoW so i cant say that eq2 is better than it however i can say that you need a lot of patience and maturity to really like this game. The guilds in this game also help low leveled characters out a lot. They can help you with quests and often like to invite new characters just to help out. I havent met any unfreindly everquest players and they all seem to treat everyone equally. If you dont like what people are saying though, you can choose to take out different chat channels from your chat window where all the messages appear as well as put people to your /ignore list.

I am not going to say that certain groups of people will like the game and certain groups wont, such as married couples. My guild is run by a married couple who completly love to play the game however i know that it is also frustrating for two people to try to succeed in this game alone. As someone has mentioned already, if you want to solo the game all the way through dont play this game. That is also incorrect, you can solo throufgh the whole game if you prefer. I will admit that it isnt as easy to solo as it is to group with people however it is just as possible.

When i read the other comments people made i could tell whether they were on WoW's side or EQ2's side by the way they owuld bash the opposite game. I have just tried to tell some the strong points of this game to you and cant really compare it to WoW. I hope it helped you, whoever you are reading this article, to know what its like to actually play the game and some of the good things about it.





EQI
Cathan
56th level Monk
Tarew Marr Server
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EQII
Cathan
22nd level Monk
Befallen Server

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible MMORPG, what it's supposed to be!, March 24, 2006

By	Karen Hartford "Wise Spender" (USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

I have read a lot of horrible reviews on this game, and I have read a lot of good reviews on the game. However, I disagree with most of them because somewhere in the text, they always put the game down for either it's grouping ideas or the way it's supposed to be played.

Let's be honest, there is NO MMORPG that doesn't require a group at some point in the game. In fact, all new style MMORPGS do require it to continue. In order to complete most quests in new style MMORPGS, you need a group! WoW, FFXI, etc.

As for Everquest, yes, you do need to group at some point in the game, but it all fits together. You're character is as needed as everyone elses. This is what makes this game more balanced than most. Every character shall have his/her place in the sun. Healers shall heal and mages shall cast, while fighters will fight and scouts will do their own thing. The truth is, every character is equal in this game. So, for a change, we don't have to wonder if our character is going to get a group or no, because it will. In other games, such as FFXI, we had to worry weather we would be able to get into a group or not at ALL TIMES. You could hardly be a summoner or anything of strange taste without having huge issues with getting a group.

Now, as for gameplay goes. The graphics are not top par, but the gameplay makes up for it. The animations in EQ2 are incredible. You will be surprised when you play this game, because every character is given enough special abilities to put anyone in awe. Again, every character will have his/her spot in the light.

If you enjoy MMORPGS, and I mean real ones, then you will honestly love EQ2, the patron of them all. If you enjoy PvP, you will enjoy EQ2 now, because they have two servers which offer PvP features. (Read up on EQ2 for more details) Remember, one of them offers Station Exchange, a new kind of bidding software available to those involved in EQ2 servers that allow Station Exchange.

Try it, at least. What will it hurt? If you feel that you wont enjoy it, download a demo and give it an attempt, or watch a movie or two from the official site. But trust me on this, you will not become bored with this game. There is always something to be doing and you are always counted!

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