Ilysia

Ilysia

Early access since Oct 2023

Venture forth alone or with allies in a classic high fantasy VR MMORPG as you embark on quests, grow in power, hone your skills, learn new trades, and tackle dangerous challenges as you gain power in the ever-evolving online world of Ilysia!

62% positive · 295 reviews
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In early access, still in active development
High confidence
Active Development
Not yet
In early access, still in active development
High confidence
Active Development

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

Ilysia is a VR MMORPG that entered Early Access on October 11, 2023 and remains explicitly in that phase, with the store page actively inviting players to "Join us in Early Access and help shape the future of this evolving world." Team 21 Studio has maintained a consistent and well-documented development cadence throughout Early Access. Since launch, the game has received at least nine major content updates, including large-scale gameplay overhauls ("Tides of Corruption" on March 13, 2025), new zones and dungeons (Ruins of Aenor on January 28, 2026), and the conclusion of the current Lavea story arc with the level 20 final boss encounter ("The Fall of Bal'Ramos" on March 12, 2026). Level caps have been raised incrementally across multiple updates, and the game transitioned to free-to-play in August 2025. Beyond the major content drops, the developer has continued shipping meaningful feature patches: a healing overhaul, PvP system, and seasonal festival event on May 7, 2026, and then a ranged combat overhaul, new Forestry profession, and player blocking system on July 1, 2026 — the most recent communication on record as of today (August 17, 2026). The June 2, 2026 patch also noted that the new Siege of Weskellet zone "lays the groundwork for future PvP game modes we're working on," signaling ongoing development plans. With a consistent update pattern spanning the full Early Access period, active developer communication as recently as July 1, 2026, and explicit references to future PvP modes in development, the game is clearly in active, ongoing development.
Evidence
Feature patch v0.5.8 shipped with a rune casting overhaul, new ammo-based ranged combat system, new Forestry profession, and woodworking crafting. Most recent developer communication on record.
news post · Jul 1, 2026 source development ongoing
high
Feature patch added a new level 20 PvPvE zone (Siege of Weskellet), NPC patrol logic, and mob faction systems. Developer noted this zone 'lays the groundwork for future PvP game modes we're working on,' indicating planned future content.
news post · Jun 2, 2026 source content planned
high

Media

Details

Publisher
Team 21 Studio, Inc.
Achievements
79
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Multiplayer · Co-op

About this game

Aenor… once a thriving island, lost to ash and ruin.
The fire elementals, led by the enraged Guardian Bal’Ramos, rose without warning, consuming all in their path. The skies darkened, the land split, and despite the efforts of brave heroes, hope burned away with the flames.

But not all was lost. A handful of survivors fled, their hearts heavy with loss yet fueled by fragile determination. Through storm and peril, they sought refuge and found it here, in Lavea—a second chance.

With the kindness of its people and the resilience of their own, the survivors begin anew. But rebuilding comes at a price, for darkness is never truly vanquished. Whispers of ancient power stir beneath the surface, and as new threats rise, so too must new heroes—blade in hand, bow drawn, and spell woven— to stand against the coming storm and shape the fate of these lands.

A New World Awaits

The story continues in Ilysia, a VR MMORPG set in the newly discovered land of Lavea. Picking up after the fall of Aenor, the survivors now strive to reestablish themselves—but new dangers rise to challenge them.

Venture forth alone or with allies as you embark on quests, grow in level,  hone your skills, learn new trades, and tackle dangerous challenges as you gain power in an ever-evolving online world. Whether you seek glory in combat, riches through crafting, or the thrill of exploration, your journey is yours to forge.

Join us in Early Access and help shape the future of this evolving world.

  • Group & Social Systems – Form parties, communicate through in-game voice channels and mail, and take on challenges together.

  • Dungeons & Elite Encounters – Party up for instanced dungeons and world bosses, or face them alone—if you dare.

  • Quests & Story-Driven Adventure – Embark on quests solo or with friends, uncovering the secrets of Lavea.

  • Combat Your Way – Wield blades, bows, or spells to strike down enemies or support allies with healing magic. Whether you prefer close-quarters combat or long-range tactics, your skills shape the battle.

  • Character Customization – Choose from a variety of races and personalize every detail of your character.

  • Crafting & Professions – Master fishing, cooking, armorsmithing, and weaponsmithing to craft and trade valuable gear.

  • Rewarding Exploration – Uncover hidden treasures, dangerous foes, and diverse challenges, including quests, dungeons, and elite encounters.

  • Freedom of Movement – Climb walls, scale cliffs, leap across gaps, swim through rivers, sprint across open terrain, and glide over vast landscapes—traverse Ilysia your way.

  • Fast Travel – Ride open-world airships for breathtaking views or use your Rune of Returning to quickly reach your destination.

Last evaluated Aug 17, 2026
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