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.
Ultima Online (UO) is a groundbreaking MMORPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game) released in 1997 by Origin Systems, with Richard Garriott (Lord British) as its creator. It is considered one of the most influential online games, pioneering many features still used in MMOs today. Lord British in Ultima Online Richard Garriott, also known by his in-game persona Lord British, is the central figure in the Ultima series and the founder of Origin Systems. In Ultima Online, Lord British appears as the ruler of Britannia, often hosting in-game events and interacting with players. One infamous event was Lord Britishs assassination (1997), where a player exploited a bug to kill him during a public appearancean unscripted moment that became legendary in gaming history. Key Features of Ultima Online Open-World Sandbox: Players could build houses, craft items, and engage in unrestricted PvP. Player-Driven Economy: A fully player-run market with no NPC vendors for high-end items. Skill-Based Progression: No rigid classes; players improved skills by using them. Housing System: One of the first games to allow players to place and decorate houses in the game world. Factions & Roleplay: Strong emphasis on guilds, politics, and player-created stories. Legacy & Modern Status Official Servers: Still running under Broadsword Online Games, with both classic (UO Forever, UO Outlands) and enhanced (UO High Seas) rulesets. Free Shards: Many player-run private servers exist, such as UO Outlands (a popular custom ruleset) and UO Renaissance (classic-era emulation). Cultural Impact: Inspired later MMOs like EVE Online, Darkfall, and Albion Online. Would you like details on gameplay mechanics, private servers, or Lord Britishs role in modern UO?
Ultima Online (UO) is a groundbreaking MMORPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game) released in 1997 by Origi...
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.