How it plays

How does Ultima III: Exodus play?

The world is viewed from above. The party travels across the overworld, enters towns and castles, explores dungeons, searches specific locations, and speaks with non-player characters for information and services.

Combat takes place on a separate tactical map and proceeds in turns. Each party member can move, attack, cast spells, use equipment, or perform another available command. Progress depends on earning gold and experience, improving equipment, finding useful items, and assembling the means to reach and defeat Exodus.

Plan your run

What is the best way to play Ultima III: Exodus?

Build a balanced party with dependable front-line fighters, at least one strong spellcaster, and characters able to use useful weapons and armor.

Explore towns and dungeons methodically. Buy better equipment, keep healing and utility spells available, and avoid difficult areas until the party has gained levels and improved its gear.

Turn-based combat rewards positioning. Protect weaker characters, focus attacks on dangerous enemies, and use terrain and ranged attacks when possible.

Meet the cast

Who are the key characters?

1

The Avatar

The player-created leader of a party of four adventurers.

2

Exodus

The game's principal antagonist and the powerful entity threatening Sosaria.

3

Lord British

The ruler of Sosaria and a recurring figure in the Ultima series.

4

Iolo

A recurring Ultima companion associated with archery and the Avatar's party.

5

Shamino

A recurring Ultima companion and ranger associated with the Avatar.

6

Dupre

A recurring Ultima companion and fighter associated with the Avatar.

Before you begin

What should you know before playing?

  1. 1

    Save often before entering dungeons or starting major fights.

  2. 2

    Talk to town inhabitants and inspect important locations; progress is not explained through a single linear quest log.

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