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Image · Electronic ArtsPlayableEarth & Beyond
Net-7
A space-faring MMORPG where players piloted starships as traders, explorers or warriors. EA closed it after two years; Net-7 runs an emulated server.
Screenshot · Sandstorm (EQOA)PlayableEverQuest Online Adventures
Sandstorm (EQOA)
A PlayStation 2 MMORPG set in the world of Norrath, separate from the PC EverQuest. Sandstorm runs a live server that also works in a web browser.
Screenshot · Cartoon NetworkPlayableFusionFall
OpenFusion
Cartoon Network's MMO bringing its characters together against an alien invasion. OpenFusion is an open-source server that recreates several versions of the game.
Halo 2
Insignia
Bungie's shooter that defined online console multiplayer on the original Xbox. Insignia restores Xbox Live play, while Project Cartographer revives the Windows Vista version.
Screenshot · Darkflame UniversePlayableLEGO Universe
Darkflame Universe
A family MMO where players built with LEGO bricks and fought the Maelstrom. Darkflame Universe provides open-source server software; there is no official public server.
Mario Kart Wii
Wiimmfi
Nintendo's kart racer for the Wii, with motion controls and 12-player online races. Wiimmfi keeps online play active, and the custom track community is still large.
Marvel Heroes
MHServerEmu
An online action RPG with a large roster of Marvel characters. Its servers went offline in November 2017, earlier than the announced end-of-year date. MHServerEmu is an open-source emulator for running it yourself.
Box art · Microsoft Game StudiosPlayableMechAssault
Insignia
An arcade BattleTech action game that was an early showcase for Xbox Live. Insignia lists it as supported.
Screenshot · SaveMGOPlayableMetal Gear Online (2008)
SaveMGO
The online multiplayer companion to Metal Gear Solid 4 on PlayStation 3. SaveMGO runs community servers for it and for earlier Metal Gear online modes.