ArenaNet has revealed release details for Guild Wars 2 and the final chapter of its current story arc. Code of Creation, which concludes the Visions of Eternity storyline, arrives on September 15, 2026. The announcement was shared by the development team via Discord and subsequently reported by Massively OP.
Quick Facts
- Update Name: Code of Creation (Visions of Eternity finale)
- Release Date: September 15, 2026
- Platform: PC (Free-to-Play MMORPG)
- Active Event: Festival of the Four Winds (live as of August 11, 2026)
What Is Included in Code of Creation
As the final update in the current Visions of Eternity story arc, Code of Creation wraps up the current narrative threads. Beyond the story conclusion, the update introduces several pieces of content for players to tackle:
- A brand-new playable area
- A new Fractal
- A new Raid
- A new Convergence
- A new mastery
- A new legendary sword
This update serves as the free-to-play MMORPG's final expansion update for a notable period. ArenaNet has previously stated that an 18-month expansion content gap will follow this release.
Festival of the Four Winds Returns
While waiting for the September 15 release, players can participate in the returning Festival of the Four Winds event, which went live on August 11, 2026. The seasonal event lets players engage in activities in Tyria to earn specific rewards, including the Cloud Pteruges leg-armor skin.