Guild Wars 2 Unveils Homesteading in Janthir Wilds

Guild Wars 2's upcoming Janthir Wilds expansion introduces Homesteads, a highly anticipated player housing feature offering unprecedented customization and convenience. Launching alongside the expansion on August 20th, Homesteads provides players with a fully instanced personal space, eliminating the need for plot acquisition or competition seen in other MMOs.

A recent preview by PC Gamer showcased the system's depth. Homesteads unlock early in the Janthir Wilds storyline, granting players immediate access to their personalized space. The intuitive system allows for complete freedom in object placement, including manipulation along the X, Y, and Z axes. This allows for creative arrangements and unique displays, with objects able to float, be partially embedded, or combined in innovative ways.

Homesteads Key Features:

• Instanced and Accessible: No auctions, plots, or fear of eviction. Unlocked early in the Janthir Wilds story.
• Unparalleled Customization: Complete freedom of placement, utilizing all three spatial axes.
• Vast Decoration Options: Over 300 decorations available at launch, with plans to exceed 800 by the expansion's end. Acquisition methods include crafting, in-game events, and the cash shop.
• Interactive Features: Daily resource nodes (mining, logging, farming), and the ability to display mounts, skiffs, and even alt characters (who gain a rest buff while present). Armor and weapon racks allow for showcasing prized equipment and outfits.

ArenaNet aims to create the most player-friendly housing system in an MMORPG, and the initial preview supports this claim. With its intuitive design, vast customization options, and convenient features, Homesteads promises to be a significant addition to the Guild Wars 2 experience.