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Meridian 59 is an online 3D graphical RPG. It was originally released in 1996 by the 3DO company and was one of the first commercial online games available for sale in retail stores in the US. The game was purchased by Near Death Studios, Inc. in 2001 and relaunched commercially.

There have been seven updates to the game since its initial release and each update added new content for players to enjoy. The game has a unique blend of interesting game mechanics, a strong community, and excellent player vs. player (PvP) gameplay. Together, these aspects make for a game that is fun, friendly, and balanced.

As the first graphical retail MMORPG, Meridian 59 is definitely one of the oldest still-running MMOGs on the market today. Canceled and then restarted in 2002 by a pair of former developers, Meridian 59 has one of the strangest histories in gaming today. Shutdown on August 31, 2000, the game was re-released by Rob "Q" Ellis and Brian "Psychochild" Green in 2002 and a new rendering engine was introduced in 2004. Meridian 59 now runs with a very small team of customer service reps and developers.

Meridian 59 is a typical sword and sorcery type fantasy MMORPG with some very basic 3D graphics for players to enjoy. Player versus player combat is the main focus of the game with a player-run justice system implemented into the game to control rampant player killers. The game also uses a skill-based system rather than a class-based system of advancement. Players choose from seven skill/spell schools, six of which are based on patron gods in the game world's mythos: Weaponcraft, Shal'ille, Qor, Kraanan, Faren, Riija, and Jala. Each school has a different focus and application in gameplay.

Meridian 59 charges a monthly subscription to players. Currently, the monthly subscription costs $10.95.