Client-Based Games
Client-Based Games are online games that require downloading and installing specialized client software on a computer or mobile device to access the game content - that is, to play the game. Compared to browser games or mobile apps, client-based games typically offer richer, more detailed, and diverse gameplay experiences. This is made possible by the more advanced and complex client program, which runs directly on the player's device after installation.
Since the client software can leverage the power of the computer's or mobile device's graphics processor, as well as preloaded and installed graphical assets, client-based games often deliver higher-quality animations and overall graphics, creating a more realistic game world. In contrast, browser games load their graphics every time a player logs in and run within a web browser using a JavaScript interpreter. This interpreter requires more processing power from the device compared to the precompiled code of a client program. Additionally, loading assets from the internet at each login can take longer and consume more data in browser games. In other words, all else being equal, the graphics in a client-based online game are typically of higher quality.
Since the client software can leverage the power of the computer's or mobile device's graphics processor, as well as preloaded and installed graphical assets, client-based games often deliver higher-quality animations and overall graphics, creating a more realistic game world. In contrast, browser games load their graphics every time a player logs in and run within a web browser using a JavaScript interpreter. This interpreter requires more processing power from the device compared to the precompiled code of a client program. Additionally, loading assets from the internet at each login can take longer and consume more data in browser games. In other words, all else being equal, the graphics in a client-based online game are typically of higher quality.
Throne and Liberty (2024)
This is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by NCSoft.
This is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by NCSoft.Brighter Shores (2024)
A multiplayer role-playing game developed by Gower's and Fen Research LTD, released in early access in 2024.
A multiplayer role-playing game developed by Gower's and Fen Research LTD, released in early access in 2024.Fractured Online (2022)
A massive multiplayer online role-playing game with sandbox elements, developed by the Italian studio Dynamight Studios.
A massive multiplayer online role-playing game with sandbox elements, developed by the Italian studio Dynamight Studios.
A fantasy anime MMORPG set in the world of Teyvat.Lost Ark (2019)
Lost Ark is a multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by Smilegate RPG in 2019.
Lost Ark is a multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by Smilegate RPG in 2019.
A multiplayer online game developed by Sandbox Interactive in 2017.
This is an MMORPG developed by ZeniMax Online Studios in 2014.ArcheAge (2013)
Multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), developed by a South Korean studio in 2013.
Multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), developed by a South Korean studio in 2013.Neverwinter (2013)
Neverwinter is a client-based free-to-play online role-playing game developed by Cryptic Studios and released in 2013.
Neverwinter is a client-based free-to-play online role-playing game developed by Cryptic Studios and released in 2013.
A multiplayer role-playing game developed by ArenaNet in 2012.
This is a multiplayer game developed by Bluehole Studio in 2011.Drakensang Online (2011)
Originally a browser-based game but later requiring the installation of a client, this multiplayer role-playing game was developed by Bigpoint and released in 2011.
Originally a browser-based game but later requiring the installation of a client, this multiplayer role-playing game was developed by Bigpoint and released in 2011.Forsaken World (2011)
A multiplayer RPG developed by Perfect World Entertainment and released in 2011.
A multiplayer RPG developed by Perfect World Entertainment and released in 2011.Dragon Nest (2010)
A multiplayer role-playing game in anime style, developed by Eyedentity Games and released in 2010.
A multiplayer role-playing game in anime style, developed by Eyedentity Games and released in 2010.
A multiplayer MOBA developed by Riot Games and released in 2009.Haven & Hearth (2009)
It is a multiplayer online game with elements of RPG and survival, developed by two enthusiasts in 2009.
It is a multiplayer online game with elements of RPG and survival, developed by two enthusiasts in 2009.
This is a mass multiplayer role-playing game developed by Nival in 2009.
A multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by NCSoft in 2008.Atlantica Online (2008)
A multiplayer role-playing game released in 2008 by the Korean company NDOORS Corporation.
A multiplayer role-playing game released in 2008 by the Korean company NDOORS Corporation.The Lord of the Rings Online (2007)
LOTRO is a multiplayer role-playing game developed by Turbine and released in 2007.
LOTRO is a multiplayer role-playing game developed by Turbine and released in 2007.
It is a classic MMORPG released by the Korean studio Zemi Interactive in 2007.Perfect World (2005)
A multiplayer RPG developed by the Chinese studio Perfect World Entertainment and released in 2005.
A multiplayer RPG developed by the Chinese studio Perfect World Entertainment and released in 2005.
A client-based MMORPG released in 2004 by Blizzard.Lineage 2 (2003)
A massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by NCsoft in 2003.
A massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by NCsoft in 2003.
A multiplayer online role-playing game developed by Webzen and released in 2001.Ragnarok Online (2002)
A classic multiplayer online role-playing game developed by the South Korean studio Gravity in 2002, combining elements of fantasy and Japanese anime.
A classic multiplayer online role-playing game developed by the South Korean studio Gravity in 2002, combining elements of fantasy and Japanese anime.
It is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG).
A multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) that first appeared in 1999.Ultima Online (1997)
A multiplayer role-playing game developed by Origin Systems and released in 1997.
A multiplayer role-playing game developed by Origin Systems and released in 1997.Tibia (1997)
A multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by CipSoft and released in 1997.
A multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed by CipSoft and released in 1997.