Ultima™ 9: Ascension is the final main entry in the legendary Ultima role-playing series, concluding the long journey of the Avatar in the world of Britannia. The game transitions the series into full 3D, offering an immersive environment where towns, dungeons, forests, and castles can be explored in real time. Players engage in a story-driven adventure centered on restoring the Eight Virtues while confronting the Guardian’s lingering influence. Combat is action-oriented, featuring melee weapons, bows, and magic spells that require timing and positioning. The game emphasizes exploration, moral choices, and interaction with NPCs, many of whom follow daily routines that make Britannia feel alive. Puzzles, quests, and hidden secrets are spread throughout the world, rewarding curiosity and careful observation. While technically ambitious for its time, Ultima™ 9 focuses on narrative depth, atmospheric music, and the classic themes of virtue and responsibility. It remains a notable and memorable conclusion to one of RPG history’s most influential franchises.
Ultima™ 9: Ascension Key Features:
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Fully 3D open-world role-playing experience
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Epic story concluding the Ultima saga
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Action-based combat with weapons and magic
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Large, explorable world of Britannia
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Deep lore centered on the Eight Virtues
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Interactive NPCs with daily routines
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Variety of quests, puzzles, and secrets
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Atmospheric soundtrack and environments
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Character progression and skill development
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Single-player story-focused gameplay
System Requirements:
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OS: Windows 98 / ME / 2000 / XP
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Processor: Pentium II 350 MHz or faster
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Memory: 128 MB RAM
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Graphics: 16 MB Direct3D-compatible video card
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DirectX: Version 8.0
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Storage: 2 GB available space
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Sound Card: DirectX-compatible
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Keyboard and mouse required
