MMORPGs don’t have to be better just because everyone knows them. We at MeinMMO look at small hidden gems among the online role-playing games that have received positive reviews on Steam.
What is the article about? We have looked at the MMORPGs on Steam that are positively rated but do not get much attention. It is important that
- it is indeed an MMORPG (the tags are set by players and not by the developers)
- the game title is still being actively expanded and is not already in “maintenance mode”
- the games are actively played, even if not by many people
We have come up with 5 games that you should definitely check out. The player numbers mentioned are based on data from SteamDB.
If you are not interested in hidden gems, but overall in the best MMORPGs on Steam, you will find what you’re looking for in this list: The 10 MMORPGs on Steam with the best ratings in 2022.
Project: Gorgon
Setting: Indie, Oldschool | Developer: Elder Game, LLC | Platform: PC | Release Date: 03/13/2018| Model: Buy2Play | Steam Rating: 85 % positive
What kind of game is this? Project: Gorgon is an MMORPG in the style of old classics like Everquest or Asheron’s Call. At the same time, it focuses more on PvE and free exploration of the map. Much of the MMORPG you have to explore and find out for yourself. There are no clear paths or quests to guide you through the gameplay.
While the game is designed for a multiplayer experience, it is also playable solo. NPCs can serve as friends with whom you can build relationships.
Predefined classes, as seen in most other MMORPGs, do not exist in Project: Gorgon. Over time, you develop your character and level your skills.
What content does it offer?
- NPC personalities: Depending on behavior, you can be friends or foes with NPCs.
- Necromancy allows you to summon the undead – even the corpses of fallen comrades
- Tame animals and train them into powerful combat companions
- Trade: In Project Gorgon you can rent a market stall.
- No classes: Instead, the game offers constant development of various abilities
What do the reviews on Steam say? 85 % of the total 1580 reviews on Steam are positive. Players particularly praise the depth of the game, the community, and the skill progression.
How many players does it have on Steam? At the peak in 24 hours, there were 165 people online in Project Gorgon.
Who is this game for? For players who want to discover a new world without being guided too much. Project: Gorgon thrives on tricky puzzles and is therefore aimed at players who enjoy engaging deeply with the dialogues and texts. Additionally, Project: Gorgon targets fans of old-school MMORPGs.
