Project: Gorgon is a classless skill-based fantasy MMORPG that hit full 1.0 in January 2026, built around discovery, NPC favor, and the freedom to combine any two combat skills.
Project: Gorgon is an indie fantasy MMORPG developed and self-published by Elder Game, LLC. The game officially launched version 1.0 on January 28, 2026, exiting Steam Early Access after years of community-driven development. Led by Eric Heimburg, a veteran MMO developer who previously worked on Asheron's Call and Star Trek Online, Project: Gorgon is built around a classless skill system that rewards exploration, patience, and genuine curiosity about the world.
The game is available on PC (Windows) through Steam for $24.99 USD. An optional VIP subscription is available at $11.99 per month for players who want extra character slots, inventory space, and offline skill training. The game has no pay-to-win systems, and all cosmetics are available through a separate optional shop.
Unlike most MMORPGs, Project: Gorgon has no character classes. Instead, players learn skills freely and equip any two combat skills simultaneously, effectively building their own playstyle. Want to fight with Fire Magic and a Sword? Or combine Animal Handling with Battle Chemistry? Those are valid combinations. Every skill levels up through use rather than class-track advancement.
Some of the more unconventional skills available include:
This freedom creates a deep theorycrafting space rarely found in modern MMORPGs. Players who enjoy RuneScape's skill-driven progression will recognize the philosophy, though Project: Gorgon takes it further with open combat skill combinations.
The headline addition with the 1.0 launch is Statehelm, described by the developers as the largest and most complex map ever built for the game. Designed for high-level players, Statehelm brings over 200 new quests, a major city hub for trading and crafting, and new character progression paths.
Statehelm also serves as the backdrop for the upcoming player housing system, which is actively in development as of mid-2026. Apartments within the city will allow players to decorate their own space and store items. Players exploring new MMOs launching in 2026 will find Statehelm one of the most ambitious housing rollouts planned for a small-team game this year.
Since the 1.0 launch in January, Elder Game has continued a steady patch cadence:
Upcoming features include a new high-level group dungeon, Steam Achievements, and Mac support. The team is also looking to hire additional developers to expand output.
The optional VIP membership costs $11.99 per month and adds the following benefits:
The developers have been transparent about their sustainability threshold: as long as they maintain 1,500 or more active VIP accounts, the studio can continue development at a comfortable pace. As of early 2026, the game is approaching 6,000 VIP subscribers, well above that target. A Spring 2026 Bundle is also available for $60, including 120 days of VIP, cosmetics, and crafting recipes.
No. Project: Gorgon is buy-to-play, priced at $24.99 USD on Steam. There is no free-to-play tier. An optional VIP subscription adds extra character slots, inventory space, and offline skill training for $11.99 per month.
No. Project: Gorgon has no fixed classes. You equip any two combat skills from the dozens available and combine them however you like. Skills level through use, not a preset progression path, so experimentation is encouraged over optimization.
PvP is limited and consensual. The game does not feature open-world forced PvP. Competitive players may find the PvP offering minimal, as Project: Gorgon is primarily a cooperative exploration and crafting MMORPG.
No. All Early Access character progress carried over to the 1.0 launch on January 28, 2026. Project: Gorgon does not have server wipes or seasonal resets. Everything built during Early Access remains intact.
Currently, only Windows PC is officially supported. Mac support is on the developer roadmap but has no confirmed release date as of mid-2026. Linux has no official support.