Gorgon MMO has a great community, and you should be a part of it

Gamers have no shortage of MMOs to choose from in 2026. Huge chunks of people's lives have been spent in World of Warcraftwhile Final Fantasy 14s storytelling has engaged thousands upon thousands of Warriors of Light. There is The Elder Scrolls Online, Destiny 2and even pseudo-MMOs like the ever-growing ones Fallout 76. There's a lot to love about these modern takes on the genre, but some players will inevitably long for an old-school MMO, which is exactly what the indie game Project: Gorgon delivers.

Developed by Elder Game LLC., Project: Gorgon described as a “fantasy MMORPG that lets you forge your own path through exploration and discovery.” This sounds pretty straightforward, but it doesn't highlight what makes the game so special. First, there are the early 2000s images that will feel like a time machine back to one's grinding days Runescape or classic World of Warcraft. Next, there's the persistent world, which means Steam players don't load into unique instances when they jump into a dungeon; at all times there is a chance for player interaction. Finally, and most importantly, is the fact that Project: Gorgons community is delightful. While the technology helps create the classic MMO feel that many may crave, it's the actual player base that drives it home.

What exactly is Project: Gorgon?

Project: Gorgon activities include, but are not limited to:

• Animal taming for battle and breeding, with bred animals that can be sold for coins.

• Necromancy, which allows players to revive bodies of dead players as well as skeletons in the world.

• Cow gameplay (yes, really).

• Unarmed combat, except for many weapon options.

• Battle Chemistry, which allows players to program golems or create explosions.

• Freedom to learn as many skills as you want.

• Explore freely without any guidance or “rails” from the developer.

Project: Gorgon throws players into a complex world called Alharth full of NPCs like praying mantises in cowboy hats, enemies like dinosaurs, and most importantly, tons of other players. It's easy to get overwhelmed by everything that's going on; Killing a single enemy will level players up and introduce a skill system where they level up dozens of abilities through continued use. There's a lot of depth to the game, whether it's skinning creatures, building alcohol tolerance and so on, which leads to a constant feeling of having something to do next. Players start slowly with swords and bows before building up the skills to handle weather like a wizard or transform into a beast like a Diablo 4 Druid. For many, the slow grind and building of one's character is what makes MMOs special, and Project: Gorgon has it in spades.

Project: Gorgons gigantic world zones are full of humorous interactions, quests, and secrets, and since the game is still on the smaller side (even with its noticeable growth since leaving early access), even after years of development, it can be difficult to get immediate answers to everything. Although one can find a step-by-step guide for literally every single action there is to take in Blizzard's World of Warcraft due to its huge player base, Project: Gorgon is still growing, meaning some wiki sections remain unpopulated. Players may be better off asking for help on Reddit or, more likely, directly through the in-game chat, interacting with the passionate community that has helped the game succeed. There's a certain charm to not being able to easily look up every answer, as it once again harkens back to the early aches and pains game.

image via Elder Game, LLC.

Asking questions in chat will hardly be the only new interaction Project: Gorgon players will have with the wider community, because given the lack of instance content in the game, other users will be encountered at literally every turn. Dungeons are just as likely to have other players as they are empty, while cities and hub areas like Serbule are guaranteed to be packed with others. This approach obviously has its drawbacks, such as people stealing kills and making farming difficult, but participation rewards, quick boss respawns, and instances of loot help mitigate the problem. And for those looking for an MMO that truly feels massive, this trade-off will undoubtedly be worth it. The abundance of other players only gets better once you spend enough time with the game to take in how friendly the community is.

Because Project: Gorgon is on the smaller side, virtually all players will encounter passion for the game. There is no better example of this than the heartwarming scene that took place in mid-February. The players jumped on Project: Gorgon about a year after the passing of key developer Srand, who also created Petopiato keep a vigil for her. Hundreds of players on Steam rallied around an in-game memorial for Srand, which can be seen below, paying an emotional and incredibly kind tribute to one of the most important people behind Project: Gorgon.

And while this act of kindness is the clearest example of the community coming together, there are many, many others that pop up every day. There will be regular player-orchestrated in-game activities like poetry slams and garden parties (as well as players gathering for raids), as well as consistent advice posts for the new players flocking to Project: Gorgon. Fan projects have seen creative fans like PostTrout design world maps for Alharth, reflecting users' love for the environment created by Elder Game, LLC, while the subreddit has been flooded with posts simply celebrating Project: Gorgon to be a blast from the past that still manages to feel new.

Considering how negative some communities can be, it couldn't be more refreshing to see so much positivity. Even nitpicks about lag and minor bugs are shrugged off, as they too have contributed to the nostalgia of old-school MMO enthusiasts. The game's intentionally dated graphics and simple animations may put off some modern players, but for many, they go a long way to make Project: Gorgon special. It's a shame that Srand isn't around to see the success of her work, but she'd no doubt be happy to see so many players touched by a game she helped make. As Project: Gorgon continues to soar in popularity, now is a perfect time to get in and start playing with the many, many skills the game has to offer. There's a real chance for it to be the next big thing in the MMO scene, so experiencing the more close-knit community that exists now is a good idea. Whether it's through advice on the value of bacon, tips on how to increase damage, or guidance on where to go first, Project: Gorgons stellar community is sure to welcome all newcomers with open arms.