A New World
When Origin launched Ultima Online on September 25, 1997 it marked a change in the video game industry. UO, as it's affectionately called, was the first of it's kind. Sure, other games had gone before that offered players the ability to play online. But UO was the first massively multiplayer online role playing game (MMORPG) that required you to play it online. No one player 'home' version available. No saving it in case you get ate by a dragon. And while UO no longer holds the market share (and hasn't for some time) I still feel that MMORPG players everywhere should give honor where it's due. Thank you OSI and Richard Garriott for creating a revolution. And thanks to EA for screwing it up causing another revolution... player run shards. :)
10 Years of Ultima Online
Player Run Shards
Each player run shard has it's own set up and rules. So while you may only have 700 skill points to play with on one shard, you may have 7000 on another. Some shards are built with a focus on role playing while others focus on player vs player (pvp) combat. Still others try to balance it all.
In the end, reguardless of your play style, there's bound to be a player run shard out there for you somewhere. It won't be as flashy as the real Ultima Online and there won't be as many people on it. But, if you're like me, you consider those qualities to be features.
Great Stuff Ultima Online Stuff
Ultima Online 9th Anniversary Collection
Amazon Price: (as of 10/12/2008)
Ultima Online: The 8th Age
Amazon Price: (as of 10/12/2008)
Ultima Online: Lord Blackthorn's Revenge with Todd McFarlane Action Figure
Amazon Price: (as of 10/12/2008)
Top Player Ran Shards
... in my humble opinion
With all the hundreds of places to play UO, how do you know which is the best? The answer varies from player to player, but below is the list of what I, and those who have came before you, are the best of the best. If your favorite shard isn't listed, feel free to add it. Once I've verified that it's a real shard I'll add it.
Angel Island
Felucca only since 3/2004. Balanced PvP, RP and non-RP events, player driven economy, adv. crafting, an alternative to stat loss, varied PvM, and adv....1 point
In Mani Ylem
T2A era style shard with many customizations, but overall a very OSI-style feel. Emphasis on player fame, guilds, economy, and group exploration. New...1 point
Online Ultima
The shard that finally brings together Pre-Ren PvP, Easy Skill gain, Auto Account Creation, Mounts, Professional staff and 99% Uptime.0 points
Eternity UO
Superb Staff making for a Great shard with Superb Custom PvM Events not seen on any other shards. A friendly atmosphere with very balanced game play a...0 points
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Nathan_Gough
http://uogamers.com/ Posted July 18, 2008 |
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gp1628
There are over 300 player run shards. There is all pkill, no pkill, easy gains, hard gains, some recreate older versions of UO, some so modded that you dont recognize monsters and maps, some crowded, or empty enough that there is wilderness you can build a house in and have no neighbors. Posted October 27, 2007 |
