Top 10 Best 3D MMORPGs / MMOs
Ever Since EverQuest surpassed Ultima Online in subscribers in mid 2000, most people realized that 3D MMORPGs were the next big thing, and boy were they right! Just as there are many more pay to play 3D MMORPGs than 2D MMORPGs, there are many more free 3D MMORPGs / MMOs than 2D ones. Odds are if you landed on this page you’re looking for the best 3D MMORPG or best 3D MMO to play, so without further delay, check out our top 10 Best 3D MMOs / MMORPGs list below. The top 3D MMORPG list below was compiled using review data from across the internet and from our own reviews here on MMOHut, but also includes my opinion.
Top 10 Best 3D MMORPGs / MMOs
There are a lot of ‘top notch’ free 3D MMORPGs out there, so singling one out as the ‘best’ was difficult. Based on reviews across the net and user responses here on MMOHut and on other sites, Atlantica Online deserves the #1 spot as the best 3D MMORPG. Unlike traditional 3D MMORPGs, Atlantica Online is incredibly unique. Everything from the game’s gorgeous graphics to traditional console style turn based combat feels fluid and responsive. If you haven’t played Atlantica Online yet, you’re missing out on one of the best 3D MMORPGs on the net. Keep in mind though, there is no clear cut ‘best’ MMORPG, as it ultimately comes down to preference, but Atlantica Online still deserves the #1 spot on this list.
Runes of Magic is basically free version of World of Warcraft, as it has both similar graphics and gameplay as Blizzard’s enormously popular title. The one big ‘difference’ though, is that Runes of Magic is free. Another notable feature in the game is that players can ‘dual class’, meaning players can have two classes. If you’ve ever played World of Warcraft and want to try something similar to it give this incredibly popular 3D MMORPG a try.
League of Legends is a fun 3D fantasy Dota-like MMO published by Riot Games. Players choose from one of many champions and fight it out in an arena style battle. The game plays very much like DotA and Heroes of Newerth, as it is an Aeon of Strife game.
With gorgeous graphics and the best character customization options of ANY game, Perfect World certainly deserves this top tier spot on this list. Perfect World has everything a good MMORPG should have, including a large and active community, countless quests, varied crafting options and some interesting PvP options. As the title of this 3D MMORPG says, Perfect World comes close to perfection. If you’re looking for a relatively new MMORPG to play, look no further. Perfect World is well worth the download.
#5 Combat Arms
So far this best 3D MMORPG List has been all MMORPGs so we need to throw some MMOs in here. Combat Arms is currently the hands down best and most detailed free to play MMOFPS [Massively Multiplayer Online First Person Shooter] game on the market. With numerous game modes, countless weapons and equipment Combat Arms is certainly well worth checking out. It’s published by the same folks that publish MapleStory.
#6 Dungeons and Dragons Online
Dungeons and Dragons Online from Turbine used to be a pay to play MMORPG, but is now completely free to play. The game offers great graphics and action packed gameplay. It has a very high quality “pay to play” feel to it, but without the cost. It’s easily one of the best 3D fantasy MMORPGs out there!
Ragnarok Online is surprisingly one of the most popular free to play MMOs out there. That’s if you count all the private servers that is. Luckily, the folks over at Gravity, released a free to play server called Valkyrie so fans of the game won’t have to play on private servers anymore. The game has numerous classes, a huge game world, solid game music and so much more. My only complaint with the game is that it doesn’t have many ‘quests’.
#8 S4 League
Even though S4 League isn’t quite as popular as several of the big MMO Shooters, it’s still a critically acclaimed shooter and one of my personal favorite MMOs. Think of it as GunZ: The Duel, but with a Sci Fi theme. The game has numerous weapons and silk smooth gameplay, but my only complaint with it is the game’s limited number of maps and game modes. If you’re into MMO shooters, there’s no reason not to try S4 League, it’s one of the best in the genre.
Alliance of Valiant Arms is a top notch realistic 3D MMOFPS game published by ijji. The game competes with Wolfteam, Soldier Front and other MMOFPS games. Unlike these other titles though, Alliance of Valiant Arms has absolutely gorgeous graphics. Plus it has a neat achievement system. Aiming takes a while to master, but the game is well worth checking out.
#10. FreeStyle Street Basketball
This is most likely the ‘least known’ free MMO on this list, but it’s definitely one of the most enjoyable and unique free MMOs out there. As the name implies, FreeStyle Street Basketball is a basketball MMO. As it stands, FreeStyle is currently the only basketball MMO on the market, which makes the game quite unique. One thing worth mentioning about FreeStyle is that gamers don’t need to be basketball fans to like the game, so don’t be afraid to give this game a download.
By, Jake Bismarck
Keep in mind, this top 10 Best 3D MMORPGs / MMOs list was originally compiled in 2009. This list will be updated every few months to include newer games.
