7 Ancient MMORPGs That People Are Still Playing

1) Ultima Online

Ultima Online is the longest surviving MMORPG on our list. First released way back in 1997, the iconic title is a twenty-year-old veteran that continues to this day. Thanks to its Steam release and a healthy update, Kingdom Reborn, the title has managed to stay relevant despite its age.

Played from an isometric, top-down perspective, the 2D high fantasy RPG has kept people entertained thanks to its emphasis on player agency and progression. There’s a huge variety of things to see and do in Ultima Online, from player created civilizations and unique monsters, to the mystery its rich game-world.

First and foremost, Ultima Online seems to have endured because players are compelled by the sense of presence that exists within its world. It really does offer a sort of digital online existence; a world in which you can engage with what you want when they want.

If you’re looking for the quintessential retro MMORPG experience, then Ultima Online is the way to go and will cost you a monthly subscription fee of $12.99.