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Continue readingGames of Glory is a sci-fi themed online arena battler that leans closer to a team shooter than a traditional lane-based MOBA. Matches are designed to be quick, movement and aim matter, and coordination is rewarded through objective play and team-focused roles. It also tried to stand out with built-in competitive tools, letting organized play feel like a first-class feature rather than an afterthought.
 | Publisher: Lightbulb Crew via Steam Type: MOBA / Arena Release Date: April 25, 2017 Shut Down: March 26, 2021 Pros: +Rapid, action-heavy matches that rarely drag. +Bring several weapons into a game and swap on the fly. +Tournament support and other competitive features built into the client. Cons: -Limited mode selection at launch. -Simplified design lacks the strategic layers many MOBA fans expect. |
Games of Glory Shut Down on March 26, 2021
Windward is a nautical sandbox MMO built around roaming seas, taking jobs between ports, and steadily upgrading from a fragile starter ship into something capable of handling pirate fleets and faction skirmishes. It takes clear inspiration from Sid Meire’s Pirates!, but focuses on streamlined sailing and ship-to-ship combat rather than complex land systems. You can play it solo or join online servers where the map and faction conflict are generated fresh for each world.
 | Publisher: Tasharen Entertainment Playerbase: Low Type: Nautical Sandbox MMO Release Date: May 12, 2015 Pros: +Works well as both a solo game and a multiplayer sandbox. +Very small install size with modest hardware demands. +Supports PvE progression and optional PvP modes. Cons: -Mission variety and scenery can feel samey over time. -Early progression can feel unguided and slow. |
Sins of a Dark Age is a dark fantasy MOBA that tried to stand out by making matches revolve around map-wide quests and deep pre-match hero loadouts. Rather than funneling everyone into the same lane objectives every game, it pushed teams to react to timed challenges that could swing momentum with powerful rewards.
 | Publisher: Ironclad Games Playerbase: Low Type: MOBA Release Date: May 8, 2015 Shut Down: March 30, 2016 Pros: +Quest objectives that add variety. +Strong hero customization before matches. +Clean, readable UI. +Interesting glyph ability system. Cons: -Hard to learn quickly. -Community could be unpleasant. -Support and updates ended early. |
Verdun is a World War I first person shooter that takes its name from the brutal 1916 clash on the Western Front. It focuses on squad play and the harsh rhythm of trench fighting, with battles supporting up to 32 players per match.
 | Publisher: Steam Playerbase: Low Type: First Person Shooter Release Date: September 19, 2013 (early access) Pros: +Historically grounded WWI weapons and maps. +Distinct squad roles that encourage teamwork. +Both tactical and quicker, casual modes. Cons: -Small community, so matchmaking can be slow. -Menus and HUD can be hard to read at first. -Movement and overall feel can seem a little heavy. -Demanding learning curve for FPS newcomers. |
Infinite Crisis is a free-to-play 3D MOBA that drops DC Comics icons into objective-driven matches, mixing familiar lane pushing with superhero flair. You choose from famous faces like Batman and Superman, or villains such as The Joker and Harley Quinn, then battle across stylized maps inspired by different corners of the DC multiverse.
 | Publisher: Turbine Playerbase: High Type: MOBA Release Date: Mar 25, 2015 (NA/EU) Shut Down Date: Aug 14, 2015 Pros: +Distinct “borrowed power” loadouts that change matchups. +Strong focus on map objectives and positioning. +Instant recognition factor with DC’s roster. Cons: -Tutorial is pushed on new players. -Smaller roster depth compared to the genre’s biggest names. |
Blacklight: Retribution is a fast-paced, sci-fi online FPS built around two standout ideas, a deep “build-a-gun” customization suite and Hyper Reality Vision (HRV), a temporary scan mode that reveals enemies through cover and changes how every firefight plays out.
 | Publisher: Arc Games Playerbase: Shut Down Type: MMO Shooter Release Date: April 3, 2012 (NA/EU) Pros: +Robust weapon building with tons of parts. +HRV adds a distinctive tactical layer. +Smooth, responsive shooting. Cons: -Map selection feels limited. -Permanent gear can be expensive. -Support and updates were inconsistent. |
Dungeons & Dragons Online (usually shortened to DDO) is a 3D fantasy action MMORPG that adapts the well known tabletop ruleset into an online format. Rather than feeling like a typical open world grind, it leans heavily into quest chains, party roles, traps, and that familiar sense of “running a module” with a Dungeon Master guiding the action through narration.
 | Publisher: Standing Stone Games Playerbase: Medium Type: MMORPG Release Date: February 28, 2006 Pros: +Questing has a strong narrative focus. +Deep class roster with multi-class builds. +Flexible enhancement trees for lots of build variety. +Large amount of playable content. Cons: -PvP exists but has limited depth. -Cash shop includes gear purchases. -Aging visuals and engine limitations. |
