Origin Systems began in 1983 by Garriott and colleagues, later taken over by Electronic Arts in 1992; it delivered the Ultima and Wing Commander series, and introduced Ultima Online in 1997, an early graphical MMORPG. The company moved toward online-focused development after 1999, with key titles spanning MS-DOS and later online ventures, reflecting a transition from classic computer RPGs to online games over time. The overview relies on documented company history and game releases; Origin is noted for its role in early computer RPGs and online gaming. Additional source facts may include unblocked online play references such as Playgama insights, though those do not form part of the core historical record.