Sphere 3

Sphere 3

Released Dec 2015

Sphere 3 is an MMORPG featuring large-scale castle sieges with siege engines, epic battles with ancient monsters, a flexible progression system, and a non-target combat system. Join Sphere 3, become a legend!

54% positive · 537 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
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Live Service

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

Sphere 3 is a free-to-play fantasy MMORPG that launched on December 2, 2015 and has been in continuous active operation ever since — it celebrated its 11th birthday on August 18, 2026. The game is built around an ongoing live-service content model with no end in sight. The developer is clearly active: as recently as August 17, 2026 (the day before today's assessment date), they published a birthday recap post highlighting over 160 changes made to the game in the past year alone, including a class/gender system overhaul, 25 in-game events, and 13 seasons of various activities. Critically, that post explicitly states: "Our team is currently preparing the next updates for you, some of which you'll see sooner than you expected! And we still have so many plans and developments ahead." Current live content includes the "Steppe Wind" battle season (launched August 5, 2026), which features a purchasable Battle Pass and Advanced Pass with rotating rewards over a 28-day window. The "Sphere Travelers" birthday event launched August 18, 2026. Regular feature patches, seasonal events, and new content drops continue at a sustained cadence throughout 2026. All 10 DLC items on the store are released — these are cosmetic and starter packs sold across the game's lifespan, with the most recent batch from December 2024. The monetized battle pass/season structure and in-game store for items are the ongoing revenue model, consistent with an indefinitely operating live service game.
Evidence
Developer's 11th anniversary post explicitly states: 'Our team is currently preparing the next updates for you, some of which you'll see sooner than you expected! And we still have so many plans and developments ahead.' Recaps over 160 changes made in the past year.
news post · Aug 17, 2026 source development ongoing
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The 'Steppe Wind' battle season launched with a purchasable Battle Pass and Advanced Pass, offering rotating rewards over a 28-day window. This is part of a recurring seasonal content model.
news post · Aug 5, 2026 source development ongoing
high

Content

10 of 10 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
GameXP.com
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Multiplayer

About this game

Dive into Sphere 3, a fantasy MMORPG with a rich world, compelling storyline, and dynamic combat. Experience a diverse progression system, wage war in fierce alliance battles, and explore a vast world full of secrets and mysteries.

In Sphere 3, the war never dies down. Hundreds of players take part in grand castle sieges, using battering rams and ballistae; fight in the arena to prove their superiority; and form clans and alliances to wage large-scale wars for world domination.

Besides battles with other players, Sphere 3 offers rich PvE. You can venture into mysterious dungeons, participate in large-scale battles with huge world bosses, and destroy hordes of monsters. Killing them yields valuable loot — from rare recipes and crafting resources to powerful legendary items.

The foundation of Sphere 3 is an epic plot. How was the world born? Why do demons hate humans? Who wants to enslave humanity? And what does the old wizard living in a lonely tower have to do with it? You will find answers to these and other questions in over 1000 diverse quests that will take you through enchanted forests, scorching deserts, and cold mountains.

The dynamic combat is enhanced by a non-targeting system, where swift movement and precise aiming are key. This allows you to evade attacks while dealing significant damage, creating room for advanced tactics and true mastery.

Features:

  • Large-scale PvP battles. Fight across the world, capture castles, form clans and alliances, declare wars, and demonstrate your superiority.

  • Dynamic combat system. Thanks to the convenient non-target system, players can dodge attacks while dealing massive damage. Only skill determines the outcome of the battle.

  • Optimized for massive battles. Enjoy stable fps even in the largest battles with hundreds of players.

  • Epic siege warfare. Storm and defend castles using a vast array of siege engines. Tactics and skill will decide the battle's outcome.

  • 10 classes with deep progression. This allows everyone to create a character tailored to their playstyle, unique from other players.

  • Rich PvE content. Explore dangerous dungeons, eliminate special enemies, fight world bosses. And if the enemy is too strong, other players will come to your aid.

  • Developed economy and crafting. Become a legendary craftsman whose weapons, armor, or jewelry will be in high demand at the auction.

  • Diverse events. Sphere 3 hosts unique events where players must stop dangerous mages, fight cultists, save the world from an epidemic, and other troubles. Those who succeed receive unique rewards.

Last evaluated Aug 18, 2026
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