World of Antra

World of Antra is a classic-style fantasy MMORPG with unmistakable MUD inspiration, centered on tab-target combat, fourteen playable races, and a world that encourages you to roam, experiment, and figure things out for yourself.

Publisher: Canopic Games
Playerbase: Low
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: October 16, 2015
Pros: +Classic MUD influence creates a different MMO rhythm. +Strong focus on freeform exploration over quest chains. +Fourteen playable races to choose from.
Cons: -No character appearance customization. -Visuals feel dated compared to modern MMOs.

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Overview

World of Antra Overview

World of Antra drops you into a familiar fantasy realm and mostly steps aside. Instead of steering you down a curated theme-park track, it embraces a player-driven approach where exploration, long-distance travel, and staying alive are the core motivations. There are fourteen playable races with generally humanoid forms, featuring choices such as the blue-skinned Deodan and the tough Dwarvani, and your character’s foundation starts by allocating 50 stat points across your attributes.

Its design sensibilities lean more toward old MUD traditions than contemporary MMORPG handholding, but the combat still relies on tab targeting, so MMO veterans will recognize how encounters play out. The bigger contrast is everything surrounding the fights: rather than bouncing between quest hubs, you’re meant to choose your own route and discover what lies ahead. That openness carries real danger, with threats ranging from human troublemakers like Boglin Raiders and Kidnappers to more direct monster adversaries such as Kroagan and Skeleton Stalkers.

World of Antra Key Features:

  • 14 Races – pick from 14 distinct race options, including selections like Barbarian, Kon’ti, and the tree-like Auld.
  • Varied World – travel across regions with different moods and environments, from Commongreaves to the more unforgiving Barrens.
  • Challenging Enemies – danger is frequent, coming from both people and creatures, with foes such as the Skull Brothers and Kidnappers.
  • MUD Origins – the game’s overall flow reflects classic MUD priorities rather than quest-chain loops, rewarding self-direction and exploration.
  • Tab-targeting – battles use familiar tab targeting, keeping combat readable and deliberately old-school.

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Full Review

World of Antra Review

Review content will be added soon.

System Requirements

World of Antra System Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Operating System: Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7
CPU: Pentium 4 3.0GHz or Sempron 3600+
Video Card: NVIDIA Ti 4800 or ATI 9800
RAM: 1 GB
Hard Disk Space: 3.5 GB of available space

Music

World of Antra Music & Soundtrack

Soundtrack details coming soon.

Additional Information

World of Antra Additional Information

Developer: Canopic Games

Lead Developer(s): Jason Bray
Game Tester(s): Jack Bray, Morgan Bray, Zac Nizibian

Alpha: October 22, 2014
Beta Phase 1: October 16, 2015
Beta Phase 2: November 04, 2015
Beta Phase 3: December 21, 2015
Beta Phase 3 End: December 31, 2015

Gamma Testing: January 01, 2016

Release Date: TBA

Development History / Background:

World of Antra is made by Canopic Games, a California-based studio. Early access began with the first round of Alpha invitations on October 22, 2014. About a year later, Beta Phase 1 launched on October 16, 2015, followed by Beta Phase 2 on November 04, 2015. The final Beta phase opened on December 21, 2015 and wrapped up on December 31, 2015. On January 01, 2016, the team announced the transition into Gamma testing, describing Gamma as “the year we make content.”