The WZ is free and contains no ads or spyware. It relies solely on voluntary user donations to pay for server rental, etc. Make your contribution here.
03/27/10: A full download of the Axis and Allies game is now available, as well as a new patch (v4.3).
03/01/10: Due to recent Denial of Service attacks on the WZ, a new security firewall has been installed. Be warned, attempts to probe or attack the WZ will get your IP automatically banned by it.
10/16/08 Donations: Voluntary donations are now accepted by the WZ.
The WarZone is a gaming lobby for playing multiplayer versions of older DirectPlay 7 or earlier games. While similiar in concept to GameSpy and the old, now defunct MSN Gaming Zone, it specializes in older games, is completely free and contains no ads, adware, or spyware. Moreover, it includes the DirectPlay Router Bypass feature, allowing games to be played without disabling firewalls, changing router settings, or exposing your IP address to other players.
The WZ has dedicated, active lobbies for the following games:
In addition to these dedicated lobbies, the WZ also has a generic DirectPlay lobby for all other DirectPlay 7 or earlier games, such as:
To get started, simply download and install the WarZone Client, create a user name and password on its Login screen, and connect to the lobby of your choice.
