Here are all the benefits you get as a DDO VIP:
| DDO VIP | Premium Player | Free Player | ||
| Turbine Points | 500/month free | Buy | Buy | |
| Classes | ||||
| Basic | Free | Free | Free | |
| Premium | Free | Buy | Buy | |
| Favor Based | Earn Free or Purchase | Earn Free or Purchase | Earn Free or Purchase | |
| Races | ||||
| Basic | Free | Free | Free | |
| Premium | Free | Buy | Buy | |
| Favor Based | Earn Free or Purchase | Earn Free or Purchase | Earn Free or Purchase | |
| Adventure Packs | ||||
| Existing Packs | Unlimited free access to all | Some free, can purchase unlimited access to others individually | Some free, can purchase unlimited access to others individually | |
| New Releases | Early Access, and Unlimited free access to all | Standard Access, can purchase | Standard Access, can purchase | |
| Character Slots | 10 free, can purchase more | 4 free, can purchase more | 2 free, can purchase more | |
| Shared Bank Slot | Included free | Can purchase | Can purchase | |
| Base Quest Difficulty Options | Casual, Normal, Hard, Elite: Free | Casual, Normal: Free Hard, Elite: Earn or buy | Casual, Normal: Free Hard, Elite: Earn or buy | |
| Login Queue | Priority | High | Standard | |
| Chat | Unlimited | Unlimited | Limited | |
| Auctions | Unlimited | Unlimited | Limited | |
| Unlimited | Unlimited | Limited | ||
| Gold Storage | Normal game limit | Normal game limit | Limited by level | |
| Guild Creation | Free | Can purchase creation charter | Can purchase creation charter | |
| Idle Logout Timer | 60 Minutes | 20 Minutes | 10 Minutes | |
| Buyback History | 40 Items | 10 Items | 10 Items | |
| Customer Service | Full | Full for 45 days | Self-service online | |
| Compendium | Read/Post | Read/Post | Read-only | |
| Official Forums | Read/Post | Read/Post | Read/Limited posting | |
| Beta Priority | High | Normal | Normal | |
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a Free player and how can I become one?
Anyone can join and play DDO for free! The game client download is free, and there's no credit card required to play! To get started, download the free game client by clicking here!
What is a Premium player and how can I become one?
With your first purchase of any Turbine Points bundle, you are automatically upgraded to "Premium" player status! As a "Premium" player, you'll receive a few extra perks just for being a DDO Store customer (such as two extra character slots)!
Did you purchase a copy of the Stormreach edition of DDO? Are you a former subscriber? You're also qualified for "Premium" player status!
To learn more about available Turbine Points bundles, click here for our DDO Store guide!
How can I become a DDO VIP?
To enjoy all the benefits of being a DDO VIP, simply log into http://myaccount.turbine.com by clicking here and select the "get unlimited access" option to choose from any of our available VIP program offers!
Which races and classes are basic, premium, and favor based?
- Basic races and classes include: Dwarf, Elf, Halfling, Human, Barbarian, Bard, Cleric, Fighter, Paladin, Ranger, Rogue, Sorcerer, and Wizard
- Premium races and classes are: Warforged and Monk
- The following races and classes can be earned for free using the Favor system: Drow and Favored Soul
