1) World of Warcraft - Game Lair

The best MMORPG yet because WoW mixes the right amount of depth and simplicity b
etter than any other game in the history of the genre.
2) Lord of the Rings Online
One of the most popular MMORPGs that appeals to casual gamers. Plenty of solo co
ntent adds to the game's already tremendous mainstream appeal.
3) Aion
This latest potential "WoW killer" could be the best one yet after a very succes
sful launch. Aion sports many of the features that made WoW a success but still
retains its own personality with characters being able to fly and its PvPvE syst
em.
4) Eve Online
The best sci-fi MMORPG with player-run corporations and a thriving economy.
5) Final Fantasy XI - Game Lair
The second best fantasy MMORPG after WoW with a quality story, great game play,
and large subscriber numbers.
6) City of Heroes/City of Villains - Game Lair
Combined, City of Heroes and City of Villains are easily the second best MMORPG
for casual gamers. With the addition of the well-balanced villain types and the
use of bases, City of Villains completes the potential that fans have been cravi
ng for ever since City of Heroes launched. To top it off, hardcore gamers now al
so have a reason to like CoH/CoV with its ultra-quick PvP.
7) Champions Online
Although Champions Online does not appear to be quite the blockbuster to send th
e Superhero genre to the next level, the game sports one of the best character c
ustomization tools yet.
8) Dark Age of Camelot
Has usually been one the best major MMORPG for PvP combat due to its 3 realm sys
tem. Also, DAOC has remained one of the steadiest MMORPGs over the years in term
s of quality. However, the game is starting to show its age and other MMOs have
incorporated similar or better PvP systems.
9) Warhammer Online
Combines what World of Warcraft got right with PvP that actually feels part of t
he game world. Warhammer Online could end up being the best MMO for PvP on this
list for years to come.
10) Age of Conan
Mature-themed MMO with brutal combat and large-scale warfare. Also has a single-
player mode in the first phase of game where each player can wreak havoc at nigh
t alone. Has lost a lot of the steam that it once had due to primarily to change
s in PVP and lack of solid PvE after level 20.
11) Guild Wars - Game Lair
Excellent MMORPG that can be bought in stores, but does not have any monthly fee
s. Will likely be a leader of the Free MMORPG (no subscription fees) genre for y
ears to come.
12) RuneScape - Game Lair
Most players either love it or hate it. Continues to gain popularity with MMORPG
ers on a budget despite having its share of critics. RuneScape has improved its
graphics considerably with the high detail (HD) version.
13) Dungeons & Dragons Online
Former pay-to-play game that now has a free version. This new version is so popu
lar that the game had a hard time keeping up with all the players when it first
launched.
14) Perfect World
Boasts a giant game world and less grinding due to the huge number of quests.
15) Free Realms
Casual MMO that has set the industry on fire in a short time. Free Realms has a
little bit of everything. Players can play a trading card game, explore, mine, r
ace cars, play minigames, and cook.
16) FlyFF
Fun cartoonish game with a theme that revolves around characters flying.
17) Rappelz
One of the best looking freebies with an extensive pet system.
18) AQ Worlds
One of the better browser MMOs that is based on the same world as the popular si
ngle player RPGs by Artix Entertainment.
19) Maple Story
One of the few MMOs that looks like a console game. This game has no races but e
ach of MS's 4 classes has their own specially-themed city.
20) Sword of the New World
One of the most innovative MMOs in years. Players can control 3 characters at on
ce and all the characters of a player are a family. In addition, sports some of
the best looking graphics in the genre.