EverQuest II

RPG· Free to Play· Massively Multiplayer· MMORPG

Released Dec 2011

EverQuest® II is a deep fantasy MMORPG with over two decades of content, a thriving world, and ongoing expansions that keep Norrath growing. Create your hero and adventure through a massively rich, ever-evolving universe.

78% positive · 2,957 reviews

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Released, ongoing live service game

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Live Service

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Released, ongoing live service game

High confidence

Live Service

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Steam Free

Evaluation

EverQuest II is a long-running fantasy MMORPG that has been live since 2004 (appearing on Steam since December 2011) and is designed as an ongoing live service game by nature. The store description explicitly states that "New expansions and regular updates continue to expand the story, systems, and endgame — keeping Norrath evolving year after year." The short description similarly describes it as an "ever-evolving universe" with "ongoing expansions." The game has a well-established pattern of annual paid expansions — the Steam news posts capture two of these: the fifteenth expansion, Chaos Descending, launched on December 12, 2018, and the Summer 2019 Producer's Letter (June 17, 2019) confirmed that a new expansion with a 10-level increase was already in development for that fall. The game operates with rotating seasonal live events (such as the Scorched Sky Celebration), an in-game store with free and purchasable content, a PvP server with organized competitive seasons, and an All Access membership subscription — all hallmarks of a game designed to run indefinitely rather than reach a defined endpoint. While the Steam-side DLC listing is sparse (only reflecting a handful of older expansion entries from 2013–2014), EverQuest II's primary content delivery has always been through its own dedicated launcher and website rather than Steam. The game is free-to-play on Steam but monetized through subscriptions and in-game purchases. With over two decades of content and developer communications consistently framing the game as actively expanding, EverQuest II is a classic live service MMORPG with no end to content in sight.

Evidence

Producer's Letter confirms a new expansion is in development for fall 2019, including a 10-level increase and new features, alongside seasonal live events and PvP server seasons — all consistent with an indefinitely ongoing live service.

news post · Jun 17, 2019 source content planned

high

The fifteenth expansion, Chaos Descending, launched — demonstrating a sustained multi-decade pattern of annual paid expansions.

news post · Dec 12, 2018 source content shipped

high

Content

3 of 3 released · no outstanding content

Released

EverQuestII : Altar of Malice

Nov 2014

Released

EverQuestII : Altar of Malice Collector's Edition

Nov 2014

Media

Details

Developer

Darkpaw Games

Publisher

Daybreak Game Company

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

—

Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Multiplayer

Free to Play RPG Massively Multiplayer MMORPG Fantasy Crafting Open World Adventure Exploration Character Customization Action Dwarves Classic Sandbox Third Person

About this game

Enter a vast, living online world in EverQuest® II, the definitive fantasy MMORPG experience for players who crave adventure, depth, and limitless character progression. Whether you prefer heroic questing, competitive challenges, or building a home of your own, EverQuest II offers a massively rich world shaped by two decades of content and an active community.

Forge your legend across the sprawling lands of Norrath as one of 21 races and 26 classes, each with unique spells, combat arts, and playstyles. Explore handcrafted zones filled with quests, dungeons, and formidable bosses. Master tradeskills, build and decorate player housing, collect powerful gear, and join guilds that unite players in social, competitive, and end-game activities.

New expansions and regular updates continue to expand the story, systems, and endgame—keeping Norrath evolving year after year.

Key Features

• 21 Races & 26 Classes – Create the hero that fits your fantasy, from arcane spellcasters to deadly scouts and stalwart fighters.

• A Massive World to Explore – Quest through dozens of continents, regions, and realms packed with lore, secrets, and discoveries.

• Deep Character Progression – Advance through hundreds of levels, specialize with Alternate Advancements, and collect powerful gear sets.

• Group & Raid Challenges – Take on heroic dungeons and epic raids with coordinated strategies, teamwork, and skill.

• Tradeskills & Crafting – Master crafting professions, create valuable items, and complete a fully supported tradeskill questline.

• Player Housing – Earn, build, and customize homes with thousands of placeable objects and full creative freedom.

• A Thriving Community – Join guilds, participate in live events, and experience ongoing updates and new expansions.

Begin your journey and write your legend in one of the most content-rich MMORPGs ever made.

Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026