Perfect World is another Asian MMORPG, but this time not Korean, but Chinese. Developed by Bejjing Perfect World, it is quite popular in many countries. There are several versions of Perfect World. The first version was released in January 2006 by Perfect World Entertainment, targeted at the Chinese audience and existing on only one server. The second version (or Perfect World 2) is international and was developed in November 2006. Despite the fact that both games are similar in graphics and storyline, they are completely different. As a result, the original Perfect World remained a domain of Chinese gamers, while Perfect World 2 is played all over the world. In Russia, the game was localized by Astrum Nival, which later became part of the Mail.ru holding. The Russian version of the game appeared on March 31, 2009. Registration is free, as is the game itself.
Perfect World is thoroughly imbued with Chinese myths and the spirit of medieval China. The game's events unfold in a world called Pan-Gu. In the game, you can fly and swim, plus there is a day and night cycle. Although the game is free, there is an in-game store where various items can be purchased. There is also an auction that all users can participate in.
Perfect World is a typical fantasy game based on Chinese myths. Each player possesses magical abilities, magical and regular weapons, gear, can use potions, artifacts, and summon various creatures. In general, the toolkit is almost identical to any other Asian MMORPG. Initially, the game was subscription-based, but soon Perfect World transitioned to the now-popular "free to play" system.
At the very beginning of the game, newcomers are offered a series of simple quests to level up. Through these quests, players can gradually level up without being distracted by the tedious destruction of mobs. The quests vary for players of different races or character classes. There are five playable races in Perfect World: humans, sidhe, shapeshifters, amphibians, and the so-called Ancients. They all differ from each other in appearance, classes, abilities, and skills.
In addition to killing mobs, players can also enjoy PvP. Until level 30, players cannot die in battle or kill other players, but after reaching that level, they can attack any player character. In case of killing another player, the aggressor’s nickname turns bright red. If they die themselves, they can lose various in-game items, including equipment and weapons.
Perfect World features over 50 territories that can be captured. If you attack a neutral territory, you will have to fight the monsters inhabiting it. If the territory is already occupied by another clan, a struggle ensues between them. To reclaim vital space from the opponent, the central building and towers must be destroyed.