Do you get Path of Fire if you buy End of Dragons?
The short answer is no, purchasing End of Dragons does not include the previous Guild Wars 2 expansions, Path of Fire and Heart of Thorns. You‘ll need to buy them separately if you want full access to all the content.
But why might you want to get Path of Fire, and when does it make sense to buy it compared to other expansions? Let‘s dig deeper…
Comparing GW2 Expansions: What Do You Get?
Each Guild Wars 2 expansion unlocks brand new features and maps to explore. But their offerings vary quite a bit! Here‘s an at-a-glance feature comparison:
| Expansion | Key Features |
|---|---|
| Heart of Thorns | Gliding Mastery, Raids, Challenging Group Content, Elite Specializations |
| Path of Fire | Mounts! Also Bounty Hunting, New Maps, Story Content |
| End of Dragons | Fishing, Skiffs, Siege Turtles, New Elite Specializations |
As you can see, Path of Fire stands out for introducing mounts – which dramatically improve exploration and travel through maps. Gliding in Heart of Thorns is also very useful.
But besides features, another key difference is…
Path of Fire Overland Content is More Beginner Friendly
Many players recommend new and casual Guild Wars 2 fans start with Path of Fire over Heart of Thorns. Why?
ArenaNet designer Gonzalo Tafra explained: "One piece of feedback we got from Heart of Thorns was that some of the content was very challenging for players that were just coming back and wanting to get into Guild Wars 2."
So for Path of Fire, they designed easier, more relaxed open world content. This makes it smoother to re-learn mechanics if you‘re returning after a long break.
Of course, Heart of Thorns provides faster leveling and max-level group content like raids for hardcore players. But Path of Fire‘s friendlier approach to exploration makes it a popular choice for many fans.
Buying Options and Bundles
While End of Dragons doesn‘t include older expansions, there are some bundle deals available:
- Guild Wars 2 Complete Collection – Contains all 3 expansions and 4000 gems for $99.99 USD.
- Guild Wars 2 End of Dragons Standard Collection – Heart of Thorns, Path of Fire, and End of Dragons for $79.99 USD. Savings versus buying separately.
During sales, you can sometimes grab cheap deals like 50% off Path of Fire. So shop around!
ArenaNet president Mike Zadorojny confirmed more sales will come: "We absolutely do plan to put Path of Fire and Heart of Thorns on sale in the future. It‘s still an incredible amount of content."
Should You Buy Path of Fire or End of Dragons?
For new players, many Guild Wars 2 fans recommend grabbing Path of Fire first. Mounts transform transportation and exploration, making the whole game more fun.
But for veterans who already have PoF mounts, End of Dragons brings the newest content and elite specializations. Pick based on your playstyle!
No matter what, keep an eye out for bundle deals discounted to $20-30. That‘s when it becomes an easy purchase decision to unlock everything Guild Wars 2 offers.
Happy adventuring, Tyrians! Let me know if you have any other GW2 questions.
