The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt vs Ultima Online

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a story-driven open-world RPG in which you play Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter searching for his adopted daughter. It is celebrated for its mature writing, meaningful side quests, and a massive, hand-crafted world.

Ultima Online lets players step into Britannia, a vast sandbox realm born from the classic Ultima series. As a massively multiplayer experience, it offers endless freedom to quest, craft, trade, and shape the world together. From its deep role‑playing roots to player‑driven economies and open‑world PvP, the game continues the legacy of Richard Garriott’s vision of a shared fantasy universe where every action matters.

• Outstanding writing and side quests
• Huge, atmospheric world
• Great value with expansions
• Frequent deep discounts

• Deep player freedom
• Rich, persistent world
• Strong community and guild tools
• Robust crafting and economy

• Combat feels dated to some
• Overwhelming amount of content
• Slow start

• Steep learning curve for new players
• Outdated graphics compared to modern MMOs
• Subscription costs for premium content