Dark Ages: Online Roleplaying

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Escape from Tarkov

Dark Ages: Online Roleplaying is a classic, niche MMORPG originally launched in the early 2000s. Although it retains a small, dedicated fanbase, its population has declined substantially over the years due to its age and lack of mainstream presence or major publisher support. The daily active player count is estimated to be extremely low—likely only a handful of veteran players online at any time.

Escape from Tarkov is a hardcore tactical shooter with survival and RPG elements, released in 2017 by Battlestate Games. Despite being several years old and not yet fully released as a 1.0 version, it retains a strong, dedicated player base due to its unique, high-stakes gameplay loop and regular content wipes. However, its niche appeal and high difficulty prevent mass market adoption, leading to a moderately sized but stable daily active player count.