[Top 5] Best GW2 Addons Every Player Needs (2021 Edition)

Updated:

09 May 2024

Hi there!

So, add-ons - essential for some, redundant for others.

In this article, we are going to take a look at which ones should you consider using.

For those of you that don’t know, an add-on is an addition to the game, usually external, to improve the quality of life, visual aesthetics or effectiveness of your gameplay.

Notice: Please, bear in mind that while ArenaNet does not condemn the use of these add-ons, it is strictly up to your own discretion and you use them at your own risk!

5. GW2 Hook (ReShade)

GW2 Hook - Enhance your graphics with this simple add-on!

This is a graphical add-on.

It helps you turn your gameplay into a smooth visual and aesthetic experience.

It enhances the graphics while keeping the FPS stable, or even increasing it at times.

Why you need GW2 Hook:

To enhance your visual experience
Customize all the details for tailored postprocessing
Prepare the environment for dramatic screenshots or video streams

Get GW2 Hook here: https://04348.github.io/Gw2Hook/

4. Arc DPS

Arc DPS - Monitor your combat progress with this tool!

Arc DPS - Monitor your combat progress with this tool!

Arc DPS is a very useful add-on that lets you monitor various outputs, like DPS, Boon uptime and more. It is essentially the most popular and supported DPS meter out there.

Why you need Arc DPS:

To monitor your team’s or your own DPS, Boon uptimes, kill times...
To aid you in training and improving your own combat prowess
To save logs and keep track of your progress, be it in a solo or team gameplay

Get Arc DPS here. https://www.deltaconnected.com/arcdps/

3. Radial Mount Menu

Radial Mount Menu - Switch your mounts with ease!

Radial Mount Menu is an add-on that provides you with quality of life service. Ever wanted to effortlessly and easily mount up onto any Mount with the press of a single button?

All it takes is a simple set-up and you are good to go.

This can also be a life-saver in certain situations, especially when you get just a split of a second before entering combat, so you can mount and take flight… or jump… or leap…

...You get the idea

Why you need Radial Mount Menu:

So you can mount up any mount using one button (see picture above)
You can quickly switch between mounts (unfortunately, you cannot switch directly. However it is still so much easier and faster than normally)
So you don’t have to set up complicated keybinds for difficult mount-switching scenarios

Get Radial Mount Menu here: https://github.com/Friendly0Fire/GW2Radial/releases/tag/v0.2

2. D912pxy

D912pxy - make your game run smoother with this mod!

Yeah, we will wait while you try to pronounce this one. Actually, how is it even pronounced?

D912pxy is an add-on that lets your Guild Wars 2 client use DirectX 12, instead of DirectX 9.

This brings a promise of a great FPS increase, which is essential for any Guild Wars 2 gameplay.

Why you need D912pxy:

To increase your FPS
Ummm… to increase your FPS? Hello?
Come on! What are you even waiting for? If you are not using it already, you are seriously missing out.

Get D912pxy here: https://github.com/megai2/d912pxy/releases

1. TacO (Tactical Overlay)

TacO - Never get lost again with this Tactical Overlay!

The number one pick is GW2 TacO (or Tactical Overlay) for rather obvious reasons. This add-on, with a rather iconic Taco bell icon, opens a world of possibilities for you.

Ever got lost? Not anymore.

Wished there was a guide just for you? Here you are.