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.
As of 2024, Ultima Online (UO) remains one of the longest-running MMORPGs, still receiving updates and maintaining a dedicated player base. While there's no official announcement about Ultima Online in 2025, heres what you can expect based on current trends and possibilities: Official Servers & Updates - Continued Support: Broadsword Online Games (the current developer) will likely keep UO running with seasonal events, balance tweaks, and minor content expansions. - Possible Remaster/Reboot: If EA/Broadsword sees demand, a graphical overhaul or modernization (like Old School RuneScape) could happen, but no official plans exist yet. - New Expansions: Expect at least one new content drop, possibly another "Endless Journey"-style update for free players. Private Servers & Emulation - Custom Servers: Fan-run shards (like UO Outlands, UO Renaissance, UO Alive) will continue thriving with custom content, rulesets, and QoL improvements. - New Emulator Projects: More private servers may adopt modern tech (UE5, better netcode) while staying true to UOs sandbox roots. Community & Nostalgia - Player-Driven Economy: The games deep crafting, housing, and PvP systems will keep veterans engaged. - Streamers & Content Creators: Expect more Twitch/YouTube coverage, especially for hardcore PvP or roleplaying shards. - Anniversary Events: 2025 marks 28 years since UOs launch (1997), so special in-game celebrations are likely. The Future Beyond 2025 - UO 2 or Spiritual Successor? Rumors persist about a new Ultima MMO, but EA has shown little interest. Projects like Shards Online (now Legends of Aria) tried to fill the gap. - Blockchain/NFT Experiments: Some private servers might experiment with crypto/UO hybrid models, but purists will likely reject them. Should You Play in 2025? Yes, if you love old-school sandbox MMOs with full loot, housing, and player freedom. Try Private Shards for fresh takes (UO Outlands for PvP, UO Forever for classic vibes). Official Servers are best for nostalgia but lack major innovation. Would you like recommendations for specific servers or playstyles?
As of 2024, Ultima Online (UO) remains one of the longest-running MMORPGs, still receiving updates and maintaining a ded...
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.