News archive
14.01.2016Download the slim browser version
Dear Settlers,
An alternative way to play the game is available!
The slim browser version includes all the add-ons needed and the best settings for your game. You can use your existing account, you just need to login with your website credentials.
> More details & download <
Happy Browsing!
Your "The Settlers Online" Team
14.01.2016Sneak Peek: Easter 2016
Dear Settlers,
The Easter 2016 Event will be available soon on tsotesting.com.

On top of the new buildings, a new female Explorer will be introduced!
Take a look at her in our latest Sneak Peek on our forums.
Keep an eye on the test server website for more details on the version's deployment.
Have fun testing!
BB_Ravel
12.01.2016Update of Terms of Use & Privacy Policy
Dear Settlers,
On January 12th 2016, we updated our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. We made the changes to give you more information about our services and to address recent changes in laws and regulations. For more details and a short list of all changes, please click here.
Your "The Settlers Online" Team
11.01.2016Weekly Maintenance - 12.01.2016 [done]
Dear Settlers,
Weekly maintenance will take place on Tuesday.
- Worlds: All (1-3) closed
- Day: Tuesday, January 12th
- Start: Approx. 01:15am GMT
- End: Approx. 10:00am GMT
- Adventures & Premium: Times will be extended
Please keep in mind that the Christmas Event will be completely deactivated tonight, before the scheduled maintenance.
Happy Settling!
BB_Ravel
10.01.2016Happy Birthday, The Settlers Online!
Dear Settlers,
It's time to celebrate the fourth birthday of The European English version of The Settlers Online!
4 years ago Open Beta started and we are grateful to continue having such a dedicated, friendly, helpful and fun Community.

Please accept these gifts as a small token to say Thank You for your loyalty and hope you continue to enjoy the game:

Happy Settling!
BB_Ravel
08.01.2016Forum Poll: Guild Quest Rewards
Dear Settlers,
Game Design is asking for your input: Would you like to be awarded with event resources instead of guild coins during future game events?
Your invited to vote in a special forum poll.
The poll is available until Tuesday ~11:00 AM GMT.
Happy Voting!
BB_Ravel
04.01.2016Weekly Maintenance - 05.01.2016 [done]
Dear Settlers,
Weekly maintenance will take place on Tuesday.
- Worlds: All (1-3) closed
- Day: Tuesday, January 5th
- Start: Approx. 01:15am GMT
- End: Approx. 08:00am GMT
- Adventures & Premium: Times will be extended
Please keep in mind that the removal phase for the Christmas Event will start tonight, before the scheduled maintenance.
Happy Settling!
BB_Ravel
01.01.2016Happy New Year!
Dear party people!
The New Year has just begun and do you want to know the best part? 2016 is a leap year: One extra day of Settling! Everybody who was active during the last 7 days just received some "fireworks" via in-game mail.

You are cordially invited to start the New Year with
addressing some words to the Community in the forums.
The entire Team wishes you a Happy New Year 2016!
BB_Ravel
25.12.2015BB_Santa visited your island
Ho Ho Ho!
It's Christmas time and tiny snow flakes are slowly turning your island into a glittering winter dream. Please check your in-game mail, BB_Santa has dropped off some gifts for all Settlers active during the last 7 days.

Enjoy the Christmas time with your family, loved ones and friends!
Your "The Settlers Online" Team
22.12.2015Blue Byte Backstage - Outtakes 2015
Dear BBB fans,
We've had lots of news to talk about this year. Of course, not every take went well on the first try. Watch the funniest moments & outtakes of this year's "Blue Byte Backstage" episodes, now live on Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hyd9tWCmiqU
Have fun & Merry Christmas!
BB_Ravel