Fictional prisons can be pretty fascinating to explore in books and video games. I’ve noticed that pretty much every MMO has at least one if not two or more significant prisons, usually in a state of prisoner revolt or break-out.
I have fond memories of plundering the Stormwind Stockade in World of Warcraft, of the prison-planet Belsavis in Star Wars: The Old Republic, and of the mighty (and inexplicably tall) Ziggurat in City of Heroes. More prisoners to beat up? Don’t mind if I do!
What is the best MMO prison in your opinion and why? For bonus conversation, would you play an MMO that takes place entirely inside a fantasy or high-tech prison?
Every morning, the Massively Overpowered writers team up with mascot Mo to ask MMORPG players pointed questions about the massively multiplayer online roleplaying genre. Grab a mug of your preferred beverage and take a stab at answering the question posed in today’s Daily Grind!
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