Origin Company began in 1983 by Garriott and colleagues, later purchased by EA in 1992; it produced the Ultima and Wing Commander series, and facilitated Ultima Online in 1997, an early online RPG. The company turned toward online-focused development after 1999, with key titles spanning Atari ST and later online ventures, reflecting a transition from classic computer RPGs to online games over time. This summary relies on documented company history and game releases; Origin is recognized 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.