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) still has a dedicated player base, with both official and private (free) shards (servers) available. Heres a breakdown of server populations: Official Servers (Broadsword/EA) Atlantic The most populated official shard, especially for player trading and PvM (Player vs. Monster) activities. Peak times see 1,000+ players. Great Lakes, Europa, Legends Moderately active, with smaller but stable communities. Other Shards (e.g., Baja, Chesapeake, Sonoma) Very low population, mostly veteran players or niche groups. Private/Free Shards Private servers often have higher populations than most official shards due to custom rulesets and nostalgia-driven communities. Some of the most populated include: UO Outlands (3,000+ peak players) A heavily customized, modernized UO experience with a new map and mechanics. UO Alive (500-1,000 players) A more classic UO feel with quality-of-life improvements. UO Forever (300-500 players) One of the oldest free shards, with a mix of custom and classic content. UO Renaissance (200-400 players) A strict T2A (The Second Age) ruleset for purists. UO Lost Lands (100-300 players) Focuses on pre-Age of Shadows mechanics. Factors Affecting Population Time Zones Atlantic (official) and Outlands (private) have strong EU/NA player overlap. Gameplay Style PvP-heavy shards (like Outlands) attract different crowds than PvM/RP-focused ones. Fresh Launches New private shards often see spikes in population before stabilizing. Where to Check Population? Official Shards: No exact numbers, but check UO forums or Discord groups. Private Shards: Most display live player counts on their websites (e.g., UO Outlands, UO Alive). Would you like recommendations based on playstyle (PvP, PvM, RP, etc.)?
As of 2024, Ultima Online (UO) still has a dedicated player base, with both official and private (free) shards (servers)...
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Major balance changes to all classes, new dungeon difficulty, and holiday events are now available. Check out the full patch notes for details.
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