OGame Server Status

OGame Server Infrastructure

OGame operates separate universes on dedicated servers for each language version. The German version runs on Gameforge's own infrastructure in Europe. Each universe is an independent server — problems in one universe generally don't affect others.

OGame has an impressive uptime record of over two decades. The infrastructure has been modernised several times during this period. Unplanned outages are rare; scheduled maintenance windows are always announced in advance.

Maintenance Windows: What You Need to Know

Time Windows

Scheduled maintenance work typically takes place in the early morning hours — between 2:00 and 6:00 AM CET. Player activity is lowest at this time. Announcements appear at least 24 hours in advance in the forum and as in-game messages.

Automatic Fleet Protection

The most important thing for OGame players: During announced maintenance work, all fleets and incoming attacks are frozen. No attack can land during a maintenance window. You don't need to perform an extra fleetsave for these times — protection is automatically active.

Resource Production During Maintenance

Resource production continues normally during short maintenance windows and is caught up afterwards. For longer maintenance periods (over 2 hours), all players usually receive compensation in the form of resources or Dark Matter.

Universe Availability

The German OGame version comprises numerous universes with different settings. Not all universes are permanently open for new registrations — some older universes have been merged or are closed to new starters.

Universe Types by Availability

Universe Mergers

When two universes have too few active players, Gameforge merges them. All players, planets and fleets are transferred to the target universe. Positions are recalculated, galaxy coordinates may change. Announcements are always made several weeks in advance.

What to Do If OGame Is Unreachable

If you can't reach OGame, this quick check helps:

1. Check the time — Maintenance windows between 2:00 and 6:00 AM CET are normal.
2. Open OGame forum — You'll find current status announcements in the forum.
3. Gameforge Twitter/Social Media — Short-term announcements appear there first.
4. Clear cache — For personal connection problems, a browser cache reset often helps.
5. Test another universe — If only a specific universe is unreachable, the problem is at server level.

Fleetsave Tip for Maintenance Windows

Pro players use announced maintenance windows strategically: In the hours before maintenance, there's often increased activity as players position their fleets. Those who plan their fleetsave to bridge the maintenance period gain additional security without extra effort.