The early 2000s were a time of significant growth and innovation in the massively multiplayer online game (MMO) genre. Many of the most influential and popular MMOs were released during this time period, offering players a wide range of worlds to explore, battles to fight, and characters to create. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the top ten biggest MMOs released between the years 2000 and 2004.
World of Warcraft (2004)
World of Warcraft, developed by Blizzard Entertainment, was released in 2004 and quickly became one of the most successful MMOs of all time. Set in the world of Azeroth, WoW allowed players to create their own characters and explore a massive online community. With its engaging gameplay, deep lore, and regular updates, WoW remains one of the most popular MMOs to this day.
Final Fantasy XI (2002)
Developed and published by Square Enix, Final Fantasy XI was the first MMO in the popular Final Fantasy franchise. Released in 2002, the game allowed players to create their own characters and explore the world of Vana’diel. The game was known for its challenging gameplay, unique job system, and engaging storyline.
EverQuest II (2004)
Released in 2004, EverQuest II was the highly anticipated sequel to the groundbreaking MMO, EverQuest. Developed by Sony Online Entertainment, EverQuest II featured updated graphics and gameplay, as well as a new storyline set in the world of Norrath. The game also introduced new gameplay elements, such as player housing and a new crafting system.
Lineage II (2003)
Lineage II, developed and published by NCsoft, was released in 2003 and was the sequel to the popular Lineage MMO. Set in the world of Aden, Lineage II allowed players to choose from several races and classes and join a massive online community of players. The game was known for its engaging PvP combat, beautiful graphics, and regular updates.
Star Wars Galaxies (2003)
Developed by Sony Online Entertainment and published by LucasArts, Star Wars Galaxies was released in 2003 and was set in the iconic Star Wars universe. The game allowed players to create their own characters and explore the galaxy, taking part in exciting missions and battles. The game was known for its deep crafting system, engaging storyline, and player housing.
Dark Age of Camelot (2001)
Developed by Mythic Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts, Dark Age of Camelot was released in 2001 and was set in a medieval fantasy world. The game allowed players to choose from three different realms and engage in large-scale battles against other players. The game was known for its engaging PvP combat, deep crafting system, and regular updates.
Asheron’s Call 2 (2002)
Asheron’s Call 2, developed by Turbine Entertainment and published by Microsoft Game Studios, was released in 2002 and was the sequel to the popular Asheron’s Call MMO. The game allowed players to explore the world of Dereth and engage in exciting battles against powerful monsters. The game was known for its engaging storyline, dynamic world, and player housing.
City of Heroes (2004)
Developed by Cryptic Studios and published by NCsoft, City of Heroes was released in 2004 and allowed players to create their own superheroes and join a massive online community of players. The game was known for its engaging gameplay, deep customization options, and regular updates.
Anarchy Online (2001)
Anarchy Online, developed and published by Funcom, was released in 2001 and was set in a dystopian future world. The game allowed players to create their own characters and explore the world of Rubi-Ka, engaging in exciting battles and missions with other players. The game was known for its engaging storyline, dynamic world, and player-driven economy.
This is probably my favourite game of all time, there is so much depth, even after 20 years I still find new things in the game.
RuneScape (2001)
RuneScape, developed and published by Jagex, was released in 2001 and quickly became one of the most popular browser-based MMOs of all time. The game allowed players to create their own characters and explore the world of Gielinor, taking on quests, battling monsters, and interacting with other players. The game was known for its engaging gameplay, deep skill system, and regular updates, and it continues to be popular among players to this day.
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