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EVE Online on Steam
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Over 20 years of legendary space battles! Explore a massive living universe of danger and opportunity in a challenging and highly rewarding space adventure. Fight, trade, build, and connect with a universe driven and shaped directly by players.
EVE Online is a space sim, exploration and open world game
developed and published by Fenris Creations.
Released on December 15th 2010 is available on Windows, MacOS, Steam Deck and Steam Machine
in 8 languages: English, German, Russian, French, Korean, Japanese, Spanish - Spain and Simplified Chinese.
It has received 39,700 reviews of which 28,981 were positive and 10,719 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. 😊
The game is free to play on Steam.
The Steam community has classified EVE Online into these genres:
Space Sim
Exploration
Open World
Adventure
Difficult
Space
Simulation
Trading
Massively Multiplayer
Sandbox
Co-op
PvE
Third Person
Mining
Lore-Rich
Character Customization
Economy
Sci-fi
Strategy
PvP
Here is the detailed breakdown of supported languages for EVE Online:
| UI | Subtitle | Audio | |
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| English | |||
| German | |||
| French | |||
| Korean | |||
| Spanish - Spain | |||
| Simplified Chinese | |||
| Russian | |||
| Japanese |
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Windows
Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Dual Core @ 2.0 GHz, AMD Dual Core @ 2.0 GHz)
- Memory: 4 GB or higher
- Video: AMD Radeon 5450 or NVIDIA GeForce 420 or better with at least 1024 MB VRAM
MacOS
Minimum:
- Supported OS: macOS Monterey (version 12)
- Processor: Intel i5 @ 2.5 GHz | Apple M1
- Memory: 4 GB
- Video: Intel HD 4000
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I discovered EVE Online back in 2009 , and let’s be honest: at that time, the game already had the reputation of being a very complex, cold, and difficult MMORPG to get into, with a rather austere interface and graphics that made it feel like an old monument of space gaming. But over time, EVE Online has evolved tremendously . The graphics have improved a lot, the ships look beautiful, the visual effects are far more modern, and many expansions have enriched the universe. Today, EVE Online is not just a spaceship game: it is a true sandbox universe, built around economy, politics, warfare, industry, diplomacy, and social interaction . Almost Total Freedom What makes EVE Online unique is that it does not force you into one single way of playing. You can choose your own path, change careers, join a corporation, live in High-Sec, move to Low-Sec, join a Null-Sec alliance, or disappear into wormhole space. [*] Miner [*] Industrial [*] Trader [*] Hauler [*] Explorer [*] Mission runner [*] Pirate [*] Mercenary [*] Logistics [*] Scout [*] Fleet commander [*] Salvager [*] PVP Personally, I went through several stages: farming in Empire space, mining, Level 4 missions, and later living in Low-Sec , where the PvP side of the game truly starts to make sense. That is also where you discover what alliance life really means: defending systems, watching intel channels, organizing fleets, managing territories, and understanding that in EVE Online, the game is not only about your own ship. A Rich PvE Experience, but Never Completely Safe For PvE players, there is plenty to do: [*]Security missions [*]Mining missions [*]Distribution missions [*]Epic arcs [*]Faction missions [*]Combat anomalies [*]Cosmic signatures [*]Escalations [*]Abyssal Deadspace [*]Incursions [*]Relic and data site exploration [*]Wormholes [*]Ratting [*]Null-Sec farming There is also the whole industrial side of the game, which almost feels like a game within the game: resource extraction, refining, invention, module production, ship manufacturing, blueprint research, reactions, logistics, regional trading, and market speculation. Some players almost never engage in direct PvP, yet they still heavily influence the game’s economy through production, hauling, or trading. The Memory of Walking in Stations I also experienced the era of Walking in Stations , the expansion that allowed you to walk inside your captain’s quarters and finally see your character outside the ship. The idea was amazing because it gave a real sense of scale to the universe. You could finally imagine what EVE Online could have been with living stations, social interactions on foot, and even deeper immersion. Unfortunately, that feature was eventually abandoned, and it remains one of the biggest regrets for many veteran players. High-Sec Does Not Mean Total Safety But let’s be clear: EVE Online is a harsh game . Even in High-Sec, you are never completely safe. Many new players believe that Empire space means absolute protection, but in reality, it only means that the rules are stricter. You can lose your ship during a mission, make a fitting mistake, fall into a trap, transport too much value, or get ganked. Ganking: A Game Mechanic, but Not Always Glorious Ganking is part of the game, but we also have to be honest: there are different kinds of ganking. Some ganks are economic, calculated, and done for profit. Others are mainly done for killboard stats, harassment, or simply to destroy an easy target. And in my opinion, that is where we reach the least noble form of PvP in EVE Online . There is not much glory in destroying a target that has almost no chance to fight back, especially when the goal is not profit, but ego, provocation, or farming easy kills. The Real PvP of EVE Online The real PvP of EVE Online takes on another dimension in Low-Sec, Null-Sec, and wormhole space. There, we are talking about: [*]Roaming [*]Baiting [*]Fleet fights [*]Tackle [*]Logistics [*]Doctrines [*]Strategy [*]Positioning [*]Timers [*]Sovereignty [*]Diplomacy [*]Espionage This is where the game shows its true face: brutal, complex, sometimes unfair, but also incredibly deep . Progression, Skill Points, and PLEX Progression is based on a skill system that continues to train over time, even when you are offline. It is possible to buy skill injectors to speed up your progression, but their effectiveness decreases depending on how many skill points your character already has. The more advanced your character is, the less value each injector gives, which helps limit abuse. Monetization also goes through PLEX , a premium currency that can be used to buy Omega time, cosmetics, skins, clothing, or other services. PLEX can also be sold on the in-game market for ISK, allowing some players to fund their account with real money, while others can pay for their subscription using the money they earn in-game. A Fascinating but Ruthless Game The greatest strength of EVE Online is that it does not hold your hand. It is also one of its biggest weaknesses. The game can be fascinating, but also cold, punishing, unfair, and discouraging. One mistake can cost you dearly. A bad hauling decision can destroy weeks of farming. One wrong click can send a ship worth billions into the void. But that tension is exactly what makes every decision meaningful. EVE Online is not a classic MMORPG where you simply follow a story with well-organized quests. It is a universe where players create a large part of the content themselves: wars, alliances, betrayals, markets, ambushes, trade routes, controlled systems, and political conflicts. Very few MMORPGs can match that level of depth. Conclusion EVE Online is an exceptional game, but it is not a game for everyone. If you are looking for a simple, fast, risk-free MMORPG that is easy to understand, this is probably not the right choice. But if you enjoy deep games, persistent universes, player-driven economies, total freedom, space PvE, strategic PvP, industry, exploration, and alliances that write their own history, then EVE Online remains a truly unique experience even today. It is a harsh game, sometimes frustrating, sometimes unfair, but also one of the few MMORPGs where every loss, every victory, and every decision can truly matter. Verdict Recommended , but only if you are ready to learn, lose, start over, and understand that in EVE Online, the real tutorial often begins after your first major mistake. Start with a Bonus — Referral Link If you want to try EVE Online, you can use my referral link below and start with a useful bonus: [url=https://www.eveonline.com/fr/signup?invc=61454be8-7432-4eb5-90c8-ea3990cfbc2c] ► Create your EVE Online account and receive 1,000,000 Skill Points ◄ Bonus for new pilots: [*] 1,000,000 Skill Points to spend on the skills you want [*]A faster start in New Eden [*]A good boost to unlock useful ships, weapons, industry, exploration, or support skills earlier [*]You can still play as a free Alpha pilot Those Skill Points are extremely useful at the beginning, because they can save you a lot of early training time and help you specialize faster. Fly safe, trust no one blindly, and remember: in EVE Online, knowledge is often worth more than the ship you are flying.
You see the hours I have on here... This is one of my newest EVE accounts. That's right.. I said one of. This game is a accountants wet dream. You need to have an above average understanding of Excel to play this game well. You need 4 screens to be a good player. You need a hooked up to a feeding tube and your eye lids removed to be the best. One bad click and you done. Play at your own risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, EVE Online is free to play on Steam.
EVE Online is not on sale because is already free to play on Steam.
Yes, EVE Online received 28,981 positive votes out of a total of 39,700 achieving a rating of 7.21.
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EVE Online was developed and published by Fenris Creations.
Yes, EVE Online is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Yes, EVE Online is playable and fully supported on MacOS.
No, EVE Online is not playable on Linux.
Yes, EVE Online is playable on Steam Deck, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
Yes, EVE Online is playable on Steam Machine, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
No, EVE Online does not support VR.
EVE Online is a multi-player game.
EVE Online features PvP mode where you can test your skills against other players.
Yes, there are 22 DLCs available for EVE Online. Explore additional content available for EVE Online on Steam.
No, EVE Online does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
No, EVE Online does not support Steam Remote Play.
Yes, EVE Online is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for EVE Online.
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Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
3,910
Developer
Fenris Creations
Publisher
Fenris Creations
Release
15 Dec 2010
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