The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest MMORPGs of All Time

GoatWars fans rank World of Warcraft the greatest of all time among MMORPGs, with a 79.2% Goatscore.

Chasing the crown: #2 Elder Scrolls Online (55.2%), #3 Final Fantasy XIV (54.7%).

This GOAT List is based on 252 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of October 4, 2026.

MMORPGs

Dive into the chaos of the best mmorpg of all time debate on GoatWars where the air is thick with nostalgia and rivalry. Ever seen a grown adult wax poetic about the strategic superiority of World of Warcraft's raid mechanics or passionately argue that the storytelling in Final Fantasy XIV is a cultural cornerstone? It's intense! People get hooked on proving why their favorite should reign supreme, from die-hard fans dissecting lore to the uninitiated pondering why on earth gold farming could make or break an economy. It’s a mix of absurdly detailed knowledge, legendary in-game moments, and debates that sometimes sound more like a thesis defense. This isn't just about games; it's about claiming a piece of your identity in the sprawling saga of online worlds. Choose your champion, whether it's Runescape's accessibility or Elder Scrolls Online's rich world, and dive in!

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All Time ranks by all-time win rate across every head-to-head battle. Latest ranks by latest fan sentiment, updated as new battles are voted on.

1. WORLD OF WARCRAFT

79.2% win rate

#1 Greatest MMORPGs of All Time

2. ELDER SCROLLS ONLINE

55.2% win rate

#2 Greatest MMORPGs of All Time

3. FINAL FANTASY XIV

54.7% win rate

#3 Greatest MMORPGs of All Time

4. STAR WARS: THE OLD REPUBLIC

47.2% win rate

#4 Greatest MMORPGs of All Time

5. RUNESCAPE

40.9% win rate

#5 Greatest MMORPGs of All Time

6. GUILD WARS 2

39.4% win rate

#6 Greatest MMORPGs of All Time

7. EVE ONLINE

31.9% win rate

#7 Greatest MMORPGs of All Time

GOAT List FAQs

Who is the greatest of all time among MMORPGs?

GoatWars fans rank World of Warcraft the greatest of all time among MMORPGs, with a 79.2% Goatscore.

How is the GOAT List calculated?

The GOAT List ranks every contender in MMORPGs by Goatscore: the percentage of head-to-head GoatWars battles they have won, as voted by fans.

How many votes is this ranking based on?

This GOAT List is based on 252 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of October 4, 2026.