Massively Multiplayer Online RPGs
Massively multiplayer games where hundreds or even thousands of people can simultaneously participate are becoming all the rage. Now that games like EverQuest have demonstrated that there is a viable market for persistent world online games, many other developers have started taking this approach.
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning Preview
Ever since World of Warcraft was released in 2004, it has proven difficult for new MMORPGs to gain any traction, with a few exceptions. Now the IP that inspired Warcraft is getting a MMORPG of its own - Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning. The game is being developed by Mythic Entertainment, makers of Dark Age of Camelot, and it's due to launch on September 18th. Is Warhammer Online poised to become a contender?
Ever since World of Warcraft was released in 2004, it has proven difficult for new MMORPGs to gain any traction, with a few exceptions. Now the IP that inspired Warcraft is getting a MMORPG of its own - Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning. The game is being developed by Mythic Entertainment, makers of Dark Age of Camelot, and it's due to launch on September 18th. Is Warhammer Online poised to become a contender?
Richard Garriott Interview
Traveling up to the International Space Station is something very few of us will ever have a chance to do, except perhaps in a virtual world. Richard Garriott is making the trip in real life, and as you may know, he's also the cofounder of Destination Games, makers of the sci-fi MMORPG Tabula Rasa. I had the opportunity to talk to him last week about his upcoming flight, how it will be tied into certain events in the game, the state of Tabula Rasa, and more.
Traveling up to the International Space Station is something very few of us will ever have a chance to do, except perhaps in a virtual world. Richard Garriott is making the trip in real life, and as you may know, he's also the cofounder of Destination Games, makers of the sci-fi MMORPG Tabula Rasa. I had the opportunity to talk to him last week about his upcoming flight, how it will be tied into certain events in the game, the state of Tabula Rasa, and more.
Age of Conan Beta Impressions
With a unique combat system that includes mounts, city building, and siege warfare, Age of Conan is an ambitious project by any standard. Can one title pull all of this off and make it fun? It's hard to say until some big guilds start reaching the end game, but here are my thoughts on the introductory levels of Age of Conan.
With a unique combat system that includes mounts, city building, and siege warfare, Age of Conan is an ambitious project by any standard. Can one title pull all of this off and make it fun? It's hard to say until some big guilds start reaching the end game, but here are my thoughts on the introductory levels of Age of Conan.
Paying to Play: Is It Worth the Money?
Although the number of people subscribed to games that charge monthly fees for access continues to grow, we've all heard protests from those that refuse to pay any kind of regular fees to play a video game. Many are accustomed to the traditional retail offerings: buy the box, take it home, and play it forever, or until you get bored. By comparison, the $10-$15 per month a lot of MMOGs charge may look rather steep, but are they a rip-off, or are they good value for your entertainment dollars?
Although the number of people subscribed to games that charge monthly fees for access continues to grow, we've all heard protests from those that refuse to pay any kind of regular fees to play a video game. Many are accustomed to the traditional retail offerings: buy the box, take it home, and play it forever, or until you get bored. By comparison, the $10-$15 per month a lot of MMOGs charge may look rather steep, but are they a rip-off, or are they good value for your entertainment dollars?
What Makes a Game "Massively" Multiplayer?
Massively multiplayer is a term being applied to an ever-increasing number of online games, but some them don't actually support a massive number of players. Although there's no gold standard for what makes a game massively multiplayer, I think the proper use of the term MMOG deserves further examination.
Massively multiplayer is a term being applied to an ever-increasing number of online games, but some them don't actually support a massive number of players. Although there's no gold standard for what makes a game massively multiplayer, I think the proper use of the term MMOG deserves further examination.
Second Life Profile
One of the most open-ended virtual worlds around is Second Life, and although it's not really a game, I get quite a few questions about it. Over the years it has set the stage for some unusual events and grown into a very dynamic and controversial social experiment, as well as favorite place to set up a virtual classroom. Here's a quick overview of Second Life and how to get involved.
One of the most open-ended virtual worlds around is Second Life, and although it's not really a game, I get quite a few questions about it. Over the years it has set the stage for some unusual events and grown into a very dynamic and controversial social experiment, as well as favorite place to set up a virtual classroom. Here's a quick overview of Second Life and how to get involved.
Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar Review
Tolkien's famous trilogy, which has served as inspiration for countless roleplaying games going back several decades, is now itself a MMORPG. If you've ever longed to be a Hobbit on an Elf running around The Shire, you should take a closer look.
Tolkien's famous trilogy, which has served as inspiration for countless roleplaying games going back several decades, is now itself a MMORPG. If you've ever longed to be a Hobbit on an Elf running around The Shire, you should take a closer look.
Vanguard: Saga of Heroes Review
MMORPGs have come a long way in the last few years, and Vanguard: Saga of Heroes has set out to add some depth to this increasingly popular genre. With relatively complex crafting and diplomacy elements, the game is as ambitious as they come, but is it accessible? Here is my assessment of what I've seen of Vanguard so far.
MMORPGs have come a long way in the last few years, and Vanguard: Saga of Heroes has set out to add some depth to this increasingly popular genre. With relatively complex crafting and diplomacy elements, the game is as ambitious as they come, but is it accessible? Here is my assessment of what I've seen of Vanguard so far.
Roleplaying and Massively Multiplayer Games 101
One of the most remarkable trends in online gaming in recent years is the rise in popularity of highly graphical 3D roleplaying games. Some roleplaying games are ideally suited to small groups of players who want exclusive encounters, while others feature large persistent online worlds with hundreds of players running around. If you're new to playing online RPGs, these basics may help.
One of the most remarkable trends in online gaming in recent years is the rise in popularity of highly graphical 3D roleplaying games. Some roleplaying games are ideally suited to small groups of players who want exclusive encounters, while others feature large persistent online worlds with hundreds of players running around. If you're new to playing online RPGs, these basics may help.
Top Fantasy MMORPGs
Medieval fantasy remains a favorite setting for MMORPGs. These are some of the best graphical games that let you don a sword or a spellbook to seek fame and fortune in a mythical online realm.
Medieval fantasy remains a favorite setting for MMORPGs. These are some of the best graphical games that let you don a sword or a spellbook to seek fame and fortune in a mythical online realm.
Top Science Fiction MMORPGs
Elves and dwarves are not your only roleplaying options these days. If laser-beam toting superheros are more your style, these science fiction MMORPGs feature persistent worlds full of high-tech weaponry, spaceships, and belligerent aliens.
Elves and dwarves are not your only roleplaying options these days. If laser-beam toting superheros are more your style, these science fiction MMORPGs feature persistent worlds full of high-tech weaponry, spaceships, and belligerent aliens.
Top MMO Action Games
While most massively multiplayer games seem to be RPGs, there are a number of action and simulation games which accommodate hundreds of players. These games, unlike most RPGs, all feature combat systems that require a steady aim and fast reflexes.
While most massively multiplayer games seem to be RPGs, there are a number of action and simulation games which accommodate hundreds of players. These games, unlike most RPGs, all feature combat systems that require a steady aim and fast reflexes.
Lineage 2 Revisited
Although a lot of people are aware that World of Warcraft is the most popular MMORPG in the world, relatively few could name the second most popular franchise, which is Lineage. Chronicle 5, Oath of Blood has just been released, and I had a chance to tour some of the new content on the test server with staff from NCsoft.
Although a lot of people are aware that World of Warcraft is the most popular MMORPG in the world, relatively few could name the second most popular franchise, which is Lineage. Chronicle 5, Oath of Blood has just been released, and I had a chance to tour some of the new content on the test server with staff from NCsoft.
The Dark Side of MMORPGs
Massively multiplayer online games are certainly the flavor of the day, but as experiments in this genre mature, some people are discovering that virtual worlds aren't always as enjoyable as the hype makes them out to be. This is a look at some of the problems that have plagued MMORPGs over the years.
Massively multiplayer online games are certainly the flavor of the day, but as experiments in this genre mature, some people are discovering that virtual worlds aren't always as enjoyable as the hype makes them out to be. This is a look at some of the problems that have plagued MMORPGs over the years.
City of Villains Issue 7 Q&A
Issue 7: Destiny Manifest will the seventh major update for City of Heroes, but the first for City of Villains. As well as level 40-50 content to bring villains up to the same level as heroes, the game is getting missions with destructible environments and a new high-level PvP zone which heroes and villains can fight over. Matt Miller, the game's Senior Designer at Cryptic Studios, took the time to give us some more details on Issue 7.
Issue 7: Destiny Manifest will the seventh major update for City of Heroes, but the first for City of Villains. As well as level 40-50 content to bring villains up to the same level as heroes, the game is getting missions with destructible environments and a new high-level PvP zone which heroes and villains can fight over. Matt Miller, the game's Senior Designer at Cryptic Studios, took the time to give us some more details on Issue 7.
Roleplaying and Romance
Although it may not fit the stereotype, gamers are not immune to love. Sex and romance are bound to come up in massively multiplayer games, where players celebrate everything from birthdays to weddings, and gamer couples are becoming commonplace. Most games do their best to keep it clean, but those seeking something more risque have a few virtual worlds to choose from as well.
Although it may not fit the stereotype, gamers are not immune to love. Sex and romance are bound to come up in massively multiplayer games, where players celebrate everything from birthdays to weddings, and gamer couples are becoming commonplace. Most games do their best to keep it clean, but those seeking something more risque have a few virtual worlds to choose from as well.
Trading Game Assets
A lot of money is changing hands these days for characters and items that exist only in the virtual worlds of massively multiplayer online games. Remarkably, some people have turned this activity into big business, creating auctions and stores that cater specifically to the needs of online adventurers.
A lot of money is changing hands these days for characters and items that exist only in the virtual worlds of massively multiplayer online games. Remarkably, some people have turned this activity into big business, creating auctions and stores that cater specifically to the needs of online adventurers.
Ten Days in the New Star Wars Galaxies
Star Wars Galaxies has seen a lot of controversial changes in the two years since it's release, but the recent implementation of the New Game Enhancements have enraged the community like nothing before. I decided to download the free trial and experience the game redesign for myself. It didn't take long for this seemingly enjoyable little project to turn into a trial of my patience.
Star Wars Galaxies has seen a lot of controversial changes in the two years since it's release, but the recent implementation of the New Game Enhancements have enraged the community like nothing before. I decided to download the free trial and experience the game redesign for myself. It didn't take long for this seemingly enjoyable little project to turn into a trial of my patience.
World of Warcraft Compared to EverQuest II
It's not often that two blockbuster MMORPGs hit store shelves within weeks of each other, and it presents people who don't have unlimited time and money for online games with a tough decision. Both World of Warcraft and EverQuest II promise to be exceptional games, so here is a quick comparison between the two that might make it easier to figure out which one is for you.
It's not often that two blockbuster MMORPGs hit store shelves within weeks of each other, and it presents people who don't have unlimited time and money for online games with a tough decision. Both World of Warcraft and EverQuest II promise to be exceptional games, so here is a quick comparison between the two that might make it easier to figure out which one is for you.
A Tale in the Desert
Building cities, managing your financial empire, and leaving your mark on civilization are the objectives of this unusual MMORPG which has no fighting.
Building cities, managing your financial empire, and leaving your mark on civilization are the objectives of this unusual MMORPG which has no fighting.
Alliance Ascension
Players compete in a race to become the most powerful in the galaxy. This sci-fi based MMORPG is promising unique gameplay and prizes.
Players compete in a race to become the most powerful in the galaxy. This sci-fi based MMORPG is promising unique gameplay and prizes.
Age of Conan : Hyborian Adventures
Funcom has developed a MMORPG based on the brutal world of the Conan franchise. It's an adult-rated game with city building, sieges, and mounted combat, with a deep solo quest that co-exists with the online world in the early levels.
Funcom has developed a MMORPG based on the brutal world of the Conan franchise. It's an adult-rated game with city building, sieges, and mounted combat, with a deep solo quest that co-exists with the online world in the early levels.
Ashen Empires
A 3rd-person fantasy MMORPG which is a relatively light download and has very reasonable system requirements. They charge a monthly fee to play but you can download the client at no cost.
A 3rd-person fantasy MMORPG which is a relatively light download and has very reasonable system requirements. They charge a monthly fee to play but you can download the client at no cost.
Anarchy Online
A venerable sci-fi MMORPG that lets you battle other players or mutant monsters with a wide variety of high-tech weaponry. The basic version of the game can now be enjoyed at no cost.
A venerable sci-fi MMORPG that lets you battle other players or mutant monsters with a wide variety of high-tech weaponry. The basic version of the game can now be enjoyed at no cost.
Asheron's Call
Become a hero in the land of Derath. This well-established MMORPG has thousands of subscribers and is now back under the management of Turbine Entertainment.
Become a hero in the land of Derath. This well-established MMORPG has thousands of subscribers and is now back under the management of Turbine Entertainment.
Astonia 3
Astonia 3 is a 2D graphical online RPG in which you assume the role of a battle-hardened warrior or a powerful mage. Download and try it for 28 days free of charge.
Astonia 3 is a 2D graphical online RPG in which you assume the role of a battle-hardened warrior or a powerful mage. Download and try it for 28 days free of charge.
Camelot Vault
Good information on Dark Age of Camelot as well as forums for all the servers and character classes.
Good information on Dark Age of Camelot as well as forums for all the servers and character classes.
City of Heroes
Explore your alter ego as a super hero in Paragon City. A refreshing change for those of you that are weary of medieval fantasy MMORPGs.
Explore your alter ego as a super hero in Paragon City. A refreshing change for those of you that are weary of medieval fantasy MMORPGs.
City of Villains
City of Villains is a dark companion to City of Heroes, allowing players to take on the roles of the bad guys. It is a stand-alone game with PvP areas that overlap with City of Heroes, rather than an expansion.
City of Villains is a dark companion to City of Heroes, allowing players to take on the roles of the bad guys. It is a stand-alone game with PvP areas that overlap with City of Heroes, rather than an expansion.
Dark Age of Camelot
Official site of Dark Age of Camelot, a MMORPG based on the King Arthur legends, Viking mythology, and Celtic lore. PvP is central to this game, as the map is divided into three realms which attempt to raid each others territory and capture relics.
Official site of Dark Age of Camelot, a MMORPG based on the King Arthur legends, Viking mythology, and Celtic lore. PvP is central to this game, as the map is divided into three realms which attempt to raid each others territory and capture relics.
Dark and Light
Medieval fantasy in a huge seamless online world, featuring 14 character classes, hundreds of cities, and a dual experience system.
Medieval fantasy in a huge seamless online world, featuring 14 character classes, hundreds of cities, and a dual experience system.
Dofus
The English version of Dofus from Ankama Studio is now available. It's an imaginative combination of roleplaying game and interactive cartoon, designed to run on multiple platforms using Flash technology.
The English version of Dofus from Ankama Studio is now available. It's an imaginative combination of roleplaying game and interactive cartoon, designed to run on multiple platforms using Flash technology.
Dungeons & Dragons Online
This is an online version of the famous pen and paper game, developed by Turbine Entertainment with consultation from Wizards of the Coast. The focus is on instanced dungeon crawls in groups of up to 12 players.
This is an online version of the famous pen and paper game, developed by Turbine Entertainment with consultation from Wizards of the Coast. The focus is on instanced dungeon crawls in groups of up to 12 players.
Eve Online
Cruise around the universe as a spaceship captain, mining resources, building components, trading, and fighting with other players. Eve Online features complex player organizations and extremely robust economic elements.
Cruise around the universe as a spaceship captain, mining resources, building components, trading, and fighting with other players. Eve Online features complex player organizations and extremely robust economic elements.
Face of Mankind
Set in the 24th century, this sci-fi MMORPG is developed by a German company. Face of Mankind has a player-generated mission system.
Set in the 24th century, this sci-fi MMORPG is developed by a German company. Face of Mankind has a player-generated mission system.
Faction Earth
This is a text-based MMORPG with a very friendly and fun graphical interface. Set in the mega-cities of Earth in the year 2125, the game revolves around industrial espionage, super-hackers, rediscovered magic, battling factions, and a constant struggle against genetic creations gone awry.
This is a text-based MMORPG with a very friendly and fun graphical interface. Set in the mega-cities of Earth in the year 2125, the game revolves around industrial espionage, super-hackers, rediscovered magic, battling factions, and a constant struggle against genetic creations gone awry.
Final Fantasy XI
The award-winning Final Fantasy series has been adapted into this rapidly growing MMORPG. Three powerful nations try to protect the world of Vana'diel from the hostile beastmen. It's the first MMO that allows PS2 users and PC users participate in the same universe.
The award-winning Final Fantasy series has been adapted into this rapidly growing MMORPG. Three powerful nations try to protect the world of Vana'diel from the hostile beastmen. It's the first MMO that allows PS2 users and PC users participate in the same universe.
Horizons
Horizons is a fantasy-based MMORPG which promises seamless and dynamic worlds, along with abundant character customization, including the ability to play a dragon.
Horizons is a fantasy-based MMORPG which promises seamless and dynamic worlds, along with abundant character customization, including the ability to play a dragon.
Imperial Wars
Unconventional gameplay is a central feature of this turn-based sci-fi MMOG, which involves a great deal of interaction with other players both inside and outside of the game structure.
Unconventional gameplay is a central feature of this turn-based sci-fi MMOG, which involves a great deal of interaction with other players both inside and outside of the game structure.
Irth Online
A fantasy MMORPG developed by Magic Hat Software which features an open skill system, instanced content, PvP as well as PvE, and opportunities for non-warfare gameplay.
A fantasy MMORPG developed by Magic Hat Software which features an open skill system, instanced content, PvP as well as PvE, and opportunities for non-warfare gameplay.
Jumpgate
Jumpgate is a massively multiplayer space combat game which features 3 playable factions, 48 ships in 16 different hull classifications to fly, and over 130 sectors to explore.
Jumpgate is a massively multiplayer space combat game which features 3 playable factions, 48 ships in 16 different hull classifications to fly, and over 130 sectors to explore.
Lineage II: The Chaotic Chronicle
Like its predecessor, Lineage II focuses on player versus player combat and large-scale siege warfare. This iteration of the game is fully 3D and powered by the Unreal graphics engine.
Like its predecessor, Lineage II focuses on player versus player combat and large-scale siege warfare. This iteration of the game is fully 3D and powered by the Unreal graphics engine.
Lineage
With millions of subscribers in Asia, Lineage is one of the world's most popular MMORPGs. The English version has been gathering players as well. It combines medieval and fantasy elements and is based on a Korean comic book by the same name.
With millions of subscribers in Asia, Lineage is one of the world's most popular MMORPGs. The English version has been gathering players as well. It combines medieval and fantasy elements and is based on a Korean comic book by the same name.
Lord of the Rings Online
Tolkien's legendary "The Lord of the Rings." trilogy is the setting for this MMORPG from Turbine. The game features an extensive PvE campaign that brings you into contact with many famous characters from the books. Chapters have been added to the story regularly since launch.
Tolkien's legendary "The Lord of the Rings." trilogy is the setting for this MMORPG from Turbine. The game features an extensive PvE campaign that brings you into contact with many famous characters from the books. Chapters have been added to the story regularly since launch.
Meridian 59
Originally released in 1996, this was a true pioneer among commercial online games. It continues to offer entertaining graphical roleplaying at competitive rates.
Originally released in 1996, this was a true pioneer among commercial online games. It continues to offer entertaining graphical roleplaying at competitive rates.
Neocron
Hunt monsters and mutants with thousands of other players in a sci-fi based game that is refreshingly reminiscient of a FPS. Features "game in game" deathmatch arenas and more than 250 maps to explore.
Hunt monsters and mutants with thousands of other players in a sci-fi based game that is refreshingly reminiscient of a FPS. Features "game in game" deathmatch arenas and more than 250 maps to explore.
Pirates of the Burning Sea
Plundering ships and swilling grog are the order of the day in this seafaring MMORPG from Flying Lab Software. Players captain a wide variety of ships for different nations in an effort to take over the Caribbean.
Plundering ships and swilling grog are the order of the day in this seafaring MMORPG from Flying Lab Software. Players captain a wide variety of ships for different nations in an effort to take over the Caribbean.
PlanetSide
Released in 2003, PlanetSide is a futuristic vehicular warfare MMOG from Sony Online Entertainment. A low learning curve, fast-paced action, and solid team play have made it a favorite among shooter fans.
Released in 2003, PlanetSide is a futuristic vehicular warfare MMOG from Sony Online Entertainment. A low learning curve, fast-paced action, and solid team play have made it a favorite among shooter fans.
Ogre Island
This MMORPG was not designed for high framerates, fancy graphics or special effects, but rather for a good storyline and roleplaying elements. It's free to play, but some areas can only be accessed with a certain amount of Ogre Island Platinum, which is available for purchase.
This MMORPG was not designed for high framerates, fancy graphics or special effects, but rather for a good storyline and roleplaying elements. It's free to play, but some areas can only be accessed with a certain amount of Ogre Island Platinum, which is available for purchase.
Ragnarok FAQ
A wealth of information on Ragnarok Online, including keyboard shortcuts, item statistics, creature statistics, and much more.
A wealth of information on Ragnarok Online, including keyboard shortcuts, item statistics, creature statistics, and much more.
Ragnarok Online
Ragnarok Online is a MMORPG made by the Korean company Gravity Interactive. It is based on the Ragnarok Manga by Lee-Myon Jin, and it's an extremely popular game in Asia.
Ragnarok Online is a MMORPG made by the Korean company Gravity Interactive. It is based on the Ragnarok Manga by Lee-Myon Jin, and it's an extremely popular game in Asia.
Rising Force Online
Three warring factions are battling for control of a deep space galaxy known as Novus. RF Online uses a mix of fantasy and science fiction setting and now available in North America.
Three warring factions are battling for control of a deep space galaxy known as Novus. RF Online uses a mix of fantasy and science fiction setting and now available in North America.
Roma Victor
An unusal MMORPG that attempts to recreate the Roman Empire in an historically authentic way. There is currently no monthly fee for the game, but you do have to purchase the client.
An unusal MMORPG that attempts to recreate the Roman Empire in an historically authentic way. There is currently no monthly fee for the game, but you do have to purchase the client.
ROSE Online
An anime inspired game developed by Gravity Interactive, a Korean company. Players compete for dominion of the world's seven planets. The client is about 310 MB.
An anime inspired game developed by Gravity Interactive, a Korean company. Players compete for dominion of the world's seven planets. The client is about 310 MB.
Saga of Ryzom
This unique persistent world features a blend of science fiction and fantasy, a dynamic ecology, a heredity system, and refined large-scale combat mechanics.
This unique persistent world features a blend of science fiction and fantasy, a dynamic ecology, a heredity system, and refined large-scale combat mechanics.
Shadowbane
Dynamic content, a sophisticated guild system, and seige warfare are among this fantasy MMORPG's offerings. Player versus player combat is central to the game's design.
Dynamic content, a sophisticated guild system, and seige warfare are among this fantasy MMORPG's offerings. Player versus player combat is central to the game's design.
Sociolotron
An unusual, adult-oriented MMORPG with a variety of sex-related content. It uses 2D graphics which are crude but fairly explicit. Of course, you must be of legal age to play.
An unusual, adult-oriented MMORPG with a variety of sex-related content. It uses 2D graphics which are crude but fairly explicit. Of course, you must be of legal age to play.
Star Wars Galaxies
Lucas Arts and the creators of EverQuest give you a chance to explore the "Star Wars" universe with thousands of other players. Perhaps the most highly-anticipated MMORPG of 2003.
Lucas Arts and the creators of EverQuest give you a chance to explore the "Star Wars" universe with thousands of other players. Perhaps the most highly-anticipated MMORPG of 2003.
Tabula Rasa
RPG veteran Richard Garriott is one of the creative forces behind this MMORPG, which combines first-person action game elements with immersive roleplaying in a sci-fi setting.
RPG veteran Richard Garriott is one of the creative forces behind this MMORPG, which combines first-person action game elements with immersive roleplaying in a sci-fi setting.
The Matrix Online
The Matrix has gone MMORPG. It doesn't come with a cortical implant, but you do get to hyperjump onto tall buildings. A unique "interlock" combat system and live content are central features of this game.
The Matrix has gone MMORPG. It doesn't come with a cortical implant, but you do get to hyperjump onto tall buildings. A unique "interlock" combat system and live content are central features of this game.
The Realm Online
An older medieval fantasy MMORPG which is very reasonably priced and not too graphically demanding. Download it and try it for a month free of charge.
An older medieval fantasy MMORPG which is very reasonably priced and not too graphically demanding. Download it and try it for a month free of charge.
There.com
An immersive 3D online environment vaguely similar to The Sims Online. Set in present day, There offers highly customizable avatars and a full-fledged economy complete with shopping malls.
An immersive 3D online environment vaguely similar to The Sims Online. Set in present day, There offers highly customizable avatars and a full-fledged economy complete with shopping malls.
ToonTown Online
MMORPGs aren't just for adults. This title from Disney is aimed at kids, allowing them to create their own Toons and help Mickey stop an evil robot invasion using cream pies and other gag weapons.
MMORPGs aren't just for adults. This title from Disney is aimed at kids, allowing them to create their own Toons and help Mickey stop an evil robot invasion using cream pies and other gag weapons.
Ultima Online
The official Ultima Online site features a new-player guide, detailed game-play information, news and updates, a downtime schedule, technical support, and interactive account management pages.
The official Ultima Online site features a new-player guide, detailed game-play information, news and updates, a downtime schedule, technical support, and interactive account management pages.
Ultima Online Stratics
Quite possibly the ultimate Ultima site, with vast amounts of information on items, skills, and the finer points of Ultima gameplay.
Quite possibly the ultimate Ultima site, with vast amounts of information on items, skills, and the finer points of Ultima gameplay.
Vanguard: Saga Of Heroes
Vanguard was developed by some of the minds behind the original EverQuest, so it is of high interest to the MMORPG community. This title marks a return to the slower progress and group-oriented play of earlier games, but they've also taken an innovative approach to crafting and diplomacy.
Vanguard was developed by some of the minds behind the original EverQuest, so it is of high interest to the MMORPG community. This title marks a return to the slower progress and group-oriented play of earlier games, but they've also taken an innovative approach to crafting and diplomacy.
Vendetta Online
An open-ended MMOG set in outer space that features an FPS-like combat system. Pursue a military career, establish a trade empire, or become a notorious space pirate.
An open-ended MMOG set in outer space that features an FPS-like combat system. Pursue a military career, establish a trade empire, or become a notorious space pirate.
World War II Online
This MMOG immerses you in an enormous digital reconstruction of the Second World War. It has excellent flight simulation and a fairly complex command structure. You need a joystick to play.
This MMOG immerses you in an enormous digital reconstruction of the Second World War. It has excellent flight simulation and a fairly complex command structure. You need a joystick to play.
World of Pirates
Now you can plunder the Carribean with hundreds of other adventurers in World of Pirates. This title takes a 2D approach reminiscent of the classic Pirates game by Sid Meier, but includes a persistent online world where you can get into sword fights and sea battles with other players.
Now you can plunder the Carribean with hundreds of other adventurers in World of Pirates. This title takes a 2D approach reminiscent of the classic Pirates game by Sid Meier, but includes a persistent online world where you can get into sword fights and sea battles with other players.