Blitz 1941 is a 2D, historical, tank-strategy MMO set in 1941 during the German Invasion of the Soviet Union, where players take command of tanks and battle it out across several historical battlegrounds. Fight for one of the game’s two factions – the Third German Empire or the Soviet Union. Blitz 1941 is published by the fairly small MMO publisher TwoWar, who also publishes the popular sea battle game Navy Field. Tank enthusiasts and Navy Field fans should find some substance in Blitz 1941, but few others will find themselves playing the game for more than a few days.

Publisher: TwoWar
Playerbase: Low
Graphics: Low Quality
Type: MMO
EXP Rate: Medium
PvP: N/A
Filesize: 168mb

Pros: +Unique gameplay and theme. +WASD Controls as well as point and click. +Historically accurate tanks and battlefields.

Cons: -Controls very difficult to master. -Few maps. -Limited tank customization options. -Only one game mode.

Zodiac Online is a brightly themed 2D turned based fantasy MMORPG based on the culture surrounding the 12 Chinese zodiacs. With no ‘set’ classes, players are allowed to customize their characters in practically limitless different ways.

Publisher: EnjoyMMO
Playerbase: Low
Graphics: Low Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Medium
PvP: Guild Battles
Filesize: 740 MB Installed

Pros: +Unique classless ‘zodiac’ system. +Innovative character growth system with infinite ‘builds’. +Good ‘pet’ system. +Crafting system.

Cons: -Gameplay feels ‘slow paced’. -Old school graphics may not appeal to everyone. -Poor English translations. -Terrible interface.

The Legend of Mir 3 is a 2D, fantasy MMORPG that is the direct sequel of the Asian hit Mir 2. With upgraded graphics, larger maps, and much more content to explore, Mir 3 offers a compelling reason for fans of the series to switch over. The isometric camera angle and PvP-oriented gameplay give Mir 3 an action-RPG feel.

Publisher: WeMade Entertainment
Playerbase: Low
Graphics: Low Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Slow
PvP: Open / Guild Wars
Filesize: 1.33 GB

Pros: +Great music. +Larger maps & better graphics than Mir 2. +Action-RPG style interface and combat.

Cons: -Dated graphics & gameplay style. -Not very popular in the West. -Loose community.  -Lots of gold spammers.

Hello Kitty Online (commonly abbreviated as HKO), is 2D, fantasy MMORPG set in the anime universe of Hello Kitty. Unlike other MMORPGs, which often place a strong emphasis on combat, the primary focus in Hello Kitty Online centers more around resource gathering and crafting. The premise of the game is for the player to help Hello Kitty and her friends wake up from eternal slumber and defeat an unknown evil power.

Publisher: Sanrio Digital
Playerbase: Low
Graphics: Low Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Medium
PvP: Can compete in Minigames
Filesize: ~3,370 MB

Pros: +Unique non-combat progression system. +Fun minigames. +Interesting pet system. +Unique farming system. +Geared specifically towards young audience.

Cons: -No PvP. -Small game world. -Limited sense of progression. -Poor character customization. -Limited graphic options.

Mini Fighter Online is a fast-paced, 2D, fighting MMORPG. The game is extremely popular in Korea and has finally made its way to North America. Play any one of the game’s eight playable characters, train hard, and make a name for yourself in the arena. The game can be played as both an MMORPG and a room-based fighting MMO. Top players will be displayed on the game’s Mini Fighter Online official leaderboards, so fight hard and earn a spot on the top!

Publisher: Netmarble
Playerbase: Medium
Graphics: Medium Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Medium
PvP: PvP Arena (Battle Room)
Filesize: ~600 MB

Pros: +MANY Game modes (14+). +Unique game art style. +Game rankings/leaderboards. +Lots of playable characters (8). +Fun minigames. +Innovative gameplay.

Cons: -Side-scrolling gameplay may not appeal to everyone. -Some latency issues. -Many skills available only through the cash shop. -Interface could be better.

Dungeon Fighter Online, DFO for short, is a 2D, side-scrolling action MMORPG that’s currently being published by Nexon. The game very closely resembles old-school beat’ em up titles and has a unique ‘retro’ feel to it. With a ton of levels, a unique look and some interesting PvP options, Dungeon Fighter Online is certainly worth checking out.

Publisher: Nexon
Playerbase: Medium
Graphics: Low Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Medium
PvP: PvP Arena
Filesize: ~2GB

Pros: +Many classes and multiple job advancements. +Fast-paced gameplay. +Numerous PvP options. +Plenty of quests available.

Cons: -’Retro’ look may not appeal to everyone. -Interface could be better. -Repetitive dungeon designs. -Limited visual settings.

WonderKing (WK for short), is a 2D, side-scrolling fantasy MMORPG with cute, anime graphics. With fast-paced, silky-smooth gameplay, WonderKing will certainly be a hit amongst fans of side-scrolling MMORPGs. The game has a good deal of content and a fair variety of playable classes. The game aims to complete with Nexon’s enormously popular MapleStory.

Publisher: NDoors
Playerbase: Medium
Graphics: Medium Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Medium
PvP: PvP Arena / Duels
Filesize: ~2GB

Pros: +Great interface. +Simple controls. +Numerous PvP options. +Good crafting system. +Many quests. +Fluid gameplay.

Cons: -Only four starting classes. -Very similar to other side-scrolling MMORPGs. -Few class balance issues.

2029 Online is a 2D, sci-fi MMORPG that utilizes well known gameplay mechanics, but delivers them to the user with a wonderful array of bells and whistles. 2029 Online successfully sets itself out from the crowd with its easy to use and functional interface. 2029 Online blends together a flowing soundtrack with simple, yet beautiful landscapes to create an enjoyable online gaming experience.

Publisher: IGG
Playerbase: Low
Graphics: Low Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Medium
PvP: Must set ‘PvP’ Flag
Filesize: 1700 MB

Pros: +Simple and effective user-friendly interface. +Unique mercenary system. +Plenty of quests to complete.

Cons: -Only three classes. -PvP restricted until level 40. -Little end game content. -Little character customization options.

“Mir 2: The Legend Continues” is the free-to-play, re-released version of the classic The Legend of Mir 2.  Mir 2:TLC is a 2D fantasy MMORPG with very basic graphics and an isometric camera view.  The game looks and plays a lot like the early action RPGs of the ’90s, so old school gamers suffering from nostalgia may have found what they’re looking for.

Publisher: Gamepot USA
Playerbase: Low
Graphics: Low Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: Medium
PvP: Open
Filesize: 800 MB

Pros: +Runs well on old PCs. +Plenty of quests available. +Nostalgic gameplay. +Open PvP adds excitement.

Cons: -Dated graphics. -Spam-filled chat box. -Limited character customization. -Not likely to see content updates.

The Warlords is a 2D, fantasy MMORPG set during the late periods of the Qing Dynasty when China was in chaos. Those familiar with TQ Digital’s other games should quickly notice that The Warlords plays a lot like the publisher’s other games. With a relatively large playerbase and low system requirements this game just may be worth checking out.

Publisher: TQ Digital
Playerbase: High
Graphics: Low Quality
Type: MMORPG
EXP Rate: High
PvP: Faction based
Filesize: 628 MB

Pros: +High level cap. +Enormous community. +Good interface. +Newbie quests are rewarding.

Cons: -Far too similar to publisher’s other games. -Poor translations. -Only two classes. -Enemies are way too easy. -XP Skills are overpowered.