We've discussed how to use VPNs to get around IP restrictions in previous articles, but I wanted to make a quick list here of the best VPNs for MMO games. As most readers are well aware, most of the games we cover on MMOs.com are developed overseas, namely in South Korea and China. These games are typically available in their home countries well before they ever launch in the West, and that's if they ever launch. Phantasy Star Online for example has been available in Japan for some time, but it never got an official Western release, so if you want to play it you'll need to play on the Japanese servers and that isn't possible without a VPN, as these games have IP blocks. Over the years I've used numerous VPNs myself and even paid for some premium ones. Below are the best VPNs for gaming.

Best VPNs for Gaming

1 NordVPN

NordVPN is one of the largest VPN companies in the world with over 5,000+ servers located in 50+ countries. They boast a "No-log" policy, meaning they don't track user activity what-so-ever. This isn't really important for playing MMOs, or any video game really, but it means it can be used to torrent without worrying about getting in trouble. It has a companion app available on iOS and Android too, which is a nice bonus. Given NordVPN's sheer size, it's no surprise that it's also one of the fastest VPNs out there with download speeds well above 6MB/s based on my personal experience. A 1 year plan can be had for ~$6.58/mo, but unlike Vyper Nord doesn't have a free trial - but it does have a 30 day money back guarantee, so if it doesn't work for you, getting a refund is super easy. I've personally tested Bless and Soul Worker Online on NordVPN and it worked without a hitch. This is easily one of the best VPNs out there for gaming.

Nord VPN Features:

• Located in Panama, which has no data retention laws — this means NordVPN can legally follow a strict no-logs policy to ensure users’ privacy and security
• Risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee
• No bandwidth or data limits for VPN traffic
• Can connect 6 devices to one NordVPN account at the same time
• 5,000+ servers in 60+ countries (the numbers are constantly growing) — biggest server network for VPNs on the planet
• The large number of servers helps distribute traffic and guarantees fast, smooth VPN connections
• Works in restrictive countries (China, Middle East) that limit/censor internet access
• Military-grade AES-256-GCM encryption using only the most secure protocols:
• OpenVPN (UDP and TCP), IKEv2/IPSec, NordLynx (based on WireGuardⓒ)
• 24/7 customer support (live chat, email, ticket system)
• Comes with CyberSec, which blocks dangerous websites and annoying ads
• Customizable kill switch (can shut down individual processes or the internet connection)
• Dedicated P2P servers
• Offers Double Encryption servers for extra privacy and security

2 VyprVPN

VyprVPN is by one of the best VPNs I've personally used for gaming. What's not to like? They have servers all over the world (but most importantly for MMO purposes, they have Japan and South Korea), are super speedy (I regularly get 2-3 MB/s with them), and fairly priced ($5/mo when you sign up for a year). There's no reason to pay up-front though. They have a 3 day free trial that doesn't require any credit card number. They offer unlimited data usage and support 2 simultaneous connections at once. I discovered VyprVPN myself after trying to play La Place, but my other VPN (private internet access) didn't seem to work. Another reason I recommend VyprVPN is that their desktop client is super easy to use. Log in, select a server, hit connect, and that's it. Unfortunately after the free trial, you do need to pay to keep using them. There are free VPNs out there (see VPN Gate below), but they will never be as reliable as something like VyprVPN. Free VPNs tend to be incredibly slow as they're used by thousands of people at once. Trying to game on a free VPN is near impossible. If you're looking to play foreign mobile games, VyprVPN has a mobile app too!

3 ExpressVPN

ExpressVPN is a great alternative to VyperVPN and is one of the most well known paid VPN services out there. They don't offer a free trial, but do have a 30 day money back guarantee (no questions asked). The biggest downside with ExpressVPN is that they cost a bit more than VyperVPN ($8.32/mo when you subscribe for a year), but on the flip side, they have A LOT more servers (over 1,000 servers in 78 countries). I'm not sure why I would need more servers, but if for some reason one of them is slow, you have options. I've tried out ExpressVPN and they work well. I was able to get a pretty consistent 1 MB/S on one of their Japanese servers while patching Dragon's Dogma Online. If you don't mind paying a bit extra, ExpressVPN is great. Mobile app included with subscription!

4 VPNGate

VPNGate is an open source VPN platform that lets users connect to countless public VPN servers. The main reason to use VPNGate is that it's free, but beyond that, there are a lot of downsides. All the servers hosted on it are public, which means they're likely overcrowded. I've used VPNGate in the past to play Black Desert Online (RU version), but reliability is a serious issue here. Expect high pings, slow download speeds, and servers coming and going offline. I'm sure you could find some fairly reliable servers out there, but they're almost always going to be over crowded. Mobile app included with subscription!

5 Private Internet Access

I've personally used Private Internet Access for years to protect my privacy while using torrents, but I haven't had much luck with it for bypassing IP restrictions. I remember trying to use it for Dragons Dogma Online and La Place, but it didn't work. Private Internet Access is great for protecting your privacy / torrenting, but not so great for getting around IP blocks / gaming.

Well, there you have it. I'm currently actively subscribed to VyperVPN and use it to access foreign games with IP blocks. In fact, I recorded my La Place video on while on it and expect to record additional foreign games in the future using it. If I have any issues with it in the future, I'll update this post. For those looking to reduce their ping in online games, check out our article on the best ping reducers for online games.

Omer Altay

Been playing MMOs since I first got my hands on Ultima Online when I was 12 years old. Played so many games from Star Wars Galaxies to MapleStory to DAoC to World of Warcraft. Long time League of Legends player too! I'm also Known as "ReMo" and "Remotay"

Which VPN is best for gaming for free?

However, we will provide a step-by-step guide for getting the best one – NordVPN. You'll need an Android device to claim the 7-day free trial, but after that, you can use it on any supported gadget. So, here's what you have to do: Head to Google Play Store and Install the NordVPN app.

What is the

1 free VPN?

Hotspot Shield Basic is a popular free VPN plan with a very major plus: last year, Hotspot Shield began upgrading the service to offer unlimited data across all platforms. Mac, Android, and iOS now support unlimited data, with Windows joining the party later.

Which free VPN is best for low ping?

CyberGhost can take pride in its love for gamers. It works on gaming consoles like PS5 and Xbox Series X but also iOS and Android phones where it offers native clients. On Windows, it offers dedicated gaming servers, which, unfortunately, you can't find on any other platform.

How do I get a 0 Ping with VPN?

Quick Guide: How to Use a Gaming VPN in 3 Easy Steps.

Download a VPN. I recommend ExpressVPN due to its consistently low latency servers and impressively fast download speeds..

Connect to a server. Choose a server in the region you'd like to play in. ... .

Start gaming online..