Richard Garriott Takes Dragon Con’s Julie Award and Outlines a Plan to Reclaim “Ultima”
Richard Garriott was the recipient of this year’s Julie Award at Dragon Con…where he also outlined a plan to reclaim the “Ultima” copyright in the near future.
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The Worlds of Origin: Ion Junction Glass and the Arkane Floodgate
Ion Storm, Looking Glass, Junction Point, Arkane, Irrational, Floodgate, and OtherSide…just a few of the many studios founded by ex-Origin talent.
The Worlds of Origin: Destination Portalarium
A look at Richard Garriott’s career trajectory after his departure from Origin Systems.
The Worlds of Origin: Preamble
An introduction to a series of articles about Origin Systems and its impact on the wider gaming industry.
Peter Tieryas’s Latest Kotaku Article Focuses on the History of “Ultima 7,” “Exult,” and the Ultima Dragons
Peter Tieryas is back with another Kotaku column looking at the history of “Ultima 7,” the “Exult” project, and even the Ultima Dragons.
Could “Shroud of the Avatar” Be a Testbed for a New “Ultima?”
Richard Garriott mused about a possible new “Ultima” game, using “Shroud of the Avatar” as a testbed, on his recent birthday livestream.
So…What’s Happening With EA, the “Ultima” Trademark, and Richard Garriott?
EA renewed and expanded their portfolio of “Ultima” trademarks recently, sparking a bit of speculation that something was up with the IP.
Ultima 4 Was Released 40 Years Ago Today
Forty years ago, “Ultima 4” changed the shape of western CRPGs forever.
Ultima 9 Was Released 25 Years Ago
The last numbered, single-player entry in the “Ultima” series marks a quarter-century.
Andrea Contato’s New Book, “Video Games: The People, Games, and Companies – Part II”, is Crowdfunding an English Translation (Funded on Day One!)
Andrea Contato has launched a fundraising campaign for his next book about video gaming history. Back it today!
Check Out This Promotional Video for “Ultima 9” From 1995
A promotional video recorded at Origin Systems for E3 1995, showing early work being done on “Ultima 9”.
