Key facts
- ArenaNet announced Guild Wars 3.
- Guild Wars 3 is the third entry in the Guild Wars MMORPG franchise.
- The game will be available on PC and PlayStation 5.
- This marks the first console release for the Guild Wars series.
- Guild Wars 3 is described as an action-adventure MMORPG.
- A closed beta is scheduled for Fall 2027.
ArenaNet announced Guild Wars 3, the next iteration in the MMORPG saga, at Summer Game Fest 2026. The game is described as an action-adventure MMORPG, featuring a combat system that blends rich action combat, character building, and skill collection with strategic skill use, positioning, and movement. Guild Wars 3 will be available for PC and PlayStation 5, marking the first time a title in the series will be released on consoles. A closed beta is planned for Fall 2027. The announcement was made on June 5, 2026. Summer Game Fest 2026 is serving as the primary showcase for gaming news following E3's retirement.