Music’s Monster Role in MMORPGs
In all the online games I have played over the years, music is one of the best aspects for mainly solo PvE players because there is no constant jabbering between team mates that often serves more as noise than music. PvP can also take away from the music experience because you are battling other players rather than simply enjoying the game world. I can start a quest and let the music lead the way to a great adventure. The music is a part of the experience just as much as the graphics and game play. Think of music as the heart and soul of a top MMORPG because it really is!
The notes tend to soar above you as stroll through a town like Bree in the Lord of the Rings Online mainly because “Streets of Bree” is on the game’s soundtrack but also because LOTRO has a player driven music system where players can form bands and host concerts! How awesome is that? If you get tired of quests and blasting monsters, you can always stay in town and just enjoy the music. In fact, you can even pick up an instrument and play the music yourself! Surprisingly, this innovative system has not been picked up by more MMORPGs because it definitely works!
Top Ten MMORPGs Using Music
- Lord of the Rings Online – Player driven music system.
- Elder Scrolls Online – The music evolves around the game world.
- Final Fantasy XIV – Beautiful soundtrack and in-game concerts.
- Guild Wars 2 – Dynamic regional themes.
- SWTOR – Cinematic music that captures the magic of the legendary franchise.
- Eve Online – Iconic soundtrack that feels like space!
- Maplestory – Whimsical and fun soundtrack.
- Everquest – Old school MMO soundtrack.
- AdventureQuest Worlds – Host battle concerts from the likes of Korn and Alice in Chains!
- Asheron’s Call – Gone, but not forgotten. Very atmospheric soundtrack.
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