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Guild Wars 2 Launches Raids & Wardrobe Update With Guardian’s Glade Raid and Quickplay

ArenaNet frames the overhaul as a way to make high-end play more approachable.

Overview

  • Strike Missions are now integrated into a unified raid system with standardized currencies, new achievement tracks, and leaderboards.
  • Raid Quickplay lets players queue for curated encounters and be matched into full 10‑player squads, extending the 2025 Fractals quickplay model.
  • Fashion Templates enable full cosmetic loadout swaps, with two free slots available and additional slots expected to be monetized, according to Forbes’ report.
  • New prestige rewards include the legendary Endless Summer ring and the game’s first raid‑exclusive mount, a Dhuum‑themed skyscale skin.
  • A challenge mode for the new Guardian’s Glade raid is planned to provide a higher difficulty option for veterans.