Patch 11.0.5 Now Live
Major balance changes to all classes, new dungeon difficulty, and holiday events are now available. Check out the full patch notes for details.
A "freeshard" in Ultima Online (UO) refers to an unofficial, player-run server that operates independently of the official game servers. These servers are often free to play and may offer custom rulesets, enhanced features, or a nostalgic recreation of earlier versions of UO (such as UO Renaissance or UO Second Age). Popular Ultima Online Freeshards (2024) Here are some well-known UO freeshards, each with unique gameplay styles: UO Outlands - Custom map (not the original Britannia) - Focus on PvP and PvE with modernized mechanics - Highly active player base UO Renaissance (UOR) - Recreates the "Renaissance" era (post-Trammel) - Balanced PvP & PvE, no custom map UO Second Age (UOSA) - Pre-Trammel (classic Felucca-only rules) - Strictly follows the 1999-2001 era mechanics UO Forever (UOF) - Hybrid of old and new mechanics - Large community with custom content UO Alive - PvM-focused with quality-of-life improvements - No skill cap, friendly for new players How to Play on a Freeshard Download a UO client (e.g., ClassicUO, Razor, Orion) Patch to the correct version (depends on the shard) Configure the client to connect to the freeshards IP Create an account on the shards website Legal & Ethical Considerations Freeshards operate in a legal gray area (not officially endorsed by EA/Broadsword). Some shards accept donations but avoid "pay-to-win" models. Most freeshards are passion projects run by the UO community. Would you like recommendations based on your preferred playstyle (PvP, PvM, RP, etc.)?
A "freeshard" in Ultima Online (UO) refers to an unofficial, player-run server that operates independently of the offici...
Venture into the depths of Azeroth itself in this groundbreaking expansion. Face new threats emerging from the planet's core, explore mysterious underground realms, and uncover secrets that will reshape your understanding of the Warcraft universe forever.
The War Within brings so much fresh content to WoW. The new zones are absolutely stunning and the storyline is engaging. Been playing for 15 years and this expansion reignited my passion for the game.
The new raid content is fantastic with challenging mechanics. However, there are still some bugs that need to be ironed out. Overall a solid expansion that keeps me coming back for more.
Major balance changes to all classes, new dungeon difficulty, and holiday events are now available. Check out the full patch notes for details.
Celebrate the season with special quests, unique rewards, and festive activities throughout Azeroth. Event runs until January 2nd.