The WhatsNext verdict
If you want a social MMORPG centered on three-realm warfare and coordinated group roles, Dark Age of Camelot can reward the commitment with memorable RvR battles. Choose it only if you can tolerate its dated interface and long, repetitive path to endgame.
What it does best
Three realms turn PvP into a war worth mastering
The war creates stories your guild retells
A realm can become a second home
What might put you off
The road to the good stuff is a long, punishing grind
Its interface and onboarding fight the newcomer
The setup
What you are walking into
Dark Age of Camelot is a 3D medieval fantasy MMORPG that combines Arthurian lore, Norse mythology and Irish Celtic legends with a dash of high fantasy. It is set in the period after King Arthur's death and his kingdom has split into three parts which are in a constant state of war with each other. DAoC includes both PvE and RvR combat, players can choose to adventure alone or join groups to get completion of credit in large-scale PvE encounters and for communication purposes in RvR.