• Publisher: CCP
  • Release Date: Nov 17, 2004
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 77 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 67 out of 77
  2. Negative: 7 out of 77

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  1. AlanG.
    Dec 28, 2006
    7
    Incredibly vast game with layer upon layer of complexity. Has the potential to become an all consuming passion, and this presents the only real drawback - to get the most out of the game it has to be. As a single player not heavily involved in a corporation you'll find yourself seriously handicapped as you either get mugged by groups of maurading pirates or take an age to get Incredibly vast game with layer upon layer of complexity. Has the potential to become an all consuming passion, and this presents the only real drawback - to get the most out of the game it has to be. As a single player not heavily involved in a corporation you'll find yourself seriously handicapped as you either get mugged by groups of maurading pirates or take an age to get yourself enough credits to buy the powerful upgrades your ship needs to progress. Pick up and play gaming it ain't, but it ticks all the boxes for an immersive and truley massive MMORG. Expand
  2. GregG.
    Sep 2, 2006
    5
    It's way too confusing. I found myself getting more and more bored and confused just trying to compete the friggin' tutorial. Even after an hour I wasn't half way done, becuz it's so damn long.
  3. EricD.
    Jul 13, 2006
    9
    Perhaps one of the most complex online games at the moment, EVE Online sports spectacular graphics, thrilling sounds, and an immersive story. In fact, the only thing I feel it's lacking is a greater involvement with the storyline. If you enjoy games in a galactic setting, or games where there are next to no limitations to what you can do, EVE is something worth trying.
  4. CameronW.
    Jul 11, 2006
    10
    The best, mos fun, and most challenging game I've ever played. Do yourself a favor and get this game!
  5. EddieL.
    Mar 31, 2006
    10
    A brilliant game backed up by a brilliant company. The game devs (CCP) are all the time developing ideas for the game and giving and taking feeback to the community. Due to the lack of the ability to "powerlevel" people with little paitence generally dont like it. PVP is different to any other MMO I have played, as there is a real death penalty. You lose your ship and its gone. You may A brilliant game backed up by a brilliant company. The game devs (CCP) are all the time developing ideas for the game and giving and taking feeback to the community. Due to the lack of the ability to "powerlevel" people with little paitence generally dont like it. PVP is different to any other MMO I have played, as there is a real death penalty. You lose your ship and its gone. You may get some money back on the insurance but it still takes the time and effort to get a new ship ready. The entire market and industry is player made/controlled. 95% of items in the game are made by players, competing to sell their products on the market. From the raw minerals being mined, and refined to the ship being built. Also it is the only game where everyone is one 1 server making it unique. This enables a much better community and the opportunity to gain fame among the game. Another unique feature is that all expansions are free, with CCP bringing out expansions every 6 months, and smalller patchs in between. Expand
  6. Flick
    Mar 25, 2006
    10
    For people who can persist and give it time, eve is the best pvp game curently out there. No other game can match the intensity or planning needed, it's a pure rush. i know many people who play WOW and EVE, but they all say "if you want exciting pvp with risk involved, EVE is the only chioce" is why they all come back.
  7. C.B.
    Feb 21, 2006
    10
    Brilliant! I hated the game at first, after two days I thought it was average, after three days it was good. After one week it became one of if not the best game I have ever played!
  8. SamS.
    Jan 6, 2006
    9
    An amazing game with a very high learning curve. Allow yourself at least three weeks to become acclamated to this game and you will be forever hooked. Been playing since launch, and now almost three years later the population is growing larger by the day. Could not have asked for a better game. No where else will you find a game with such a deep and complex political and economic climate An amazing game with a very high learning curve. Allow yourself at least three weeks to become acclamated to this game and you will be forever hooked. Been playing since launch, and now almost three years later the population is growing larger by the day. Could not have asked for a better game. No where else will you find a game with such a deep and complex political and economic climate completely controlled by the players. You very rarely see GM intervention (I think in three years I can only recall two or three very large controlling moves by GMs). Expand
  9. jennifersevilla
    Dec 1, 2005
    10
    first thing i did was try the 2 weeks free trial and it just went on from there. i got hooked to the wonderful space graphics of Eve. dropdead spectacular! Eve is not just mining, you get to do quest by interacting with different merchants etc. not to mention hunt down pirates NPCs....
  10. JasonPenn
    Dec 1, 2005
    10
    EVE is one of the best online game ive played by far. The community in here are very matured. They helped me on my first week of playing the game. The game itself is very intense. I just hate losing in the stars. Need i tell that the graphics look awesome? It has serious eye candy. GREAT!
  11. AlbertNicholson
    Dec 1, 2005
    10
    EVE is one of the best ive played so far. the graphics is stunning and the music is good. The community is friendly and helpful as well. You cant go wrong with this game if you want a sci-fi mmog. Its WAY better than SWG and even earth and beyond. I love it!
  12. MelvinG.
    Nov 29, 2005
    8
    the game is great if you love the idea of piloting spaceships and exploring space. Eve is THE game. Once you get in and explore the 3d map, you WILL be impressed. There is so much to explore and do. yeah i love the graphics. but the game is enjoyable once you get the hang of it.
  13. AnthonyB.
    Nov 28, 2005
    10
    I have never played a game like this! This is far better than others. Experience and enjoyment is what you can get here, no leveling and no hangups. EVE is the best game EVER!!
  14. VincentR.
    Nov 28, 2005
    9
    From reading some of the FAQs, I like the fact that if a player has a low security value, from 'breaking the law' too much, people can put a bounty out on them. Another feature I like is the in-game (internet) browser. It crashes on me (tried to look up CNN once), but its a neat concept..I think if you set up simple web page (no flash or java...no fancy formatting)...its useful From reading some of the FAQs, I like the fact that if a player has a low security value, from 'breaking the law' too much, people can put a bounty out on them. Another feature I like is the in-game (internet) browser. It crashes on me (tried to look up CNN once), but its a neat concept..I think if you set up simple web page (no flash or java...no fancy formatting)...its useful in giving out info to people. The economy is interesting, and I'm wondering how the political climate between players/corporations will really add to the game play later. Expand
  15. robinhouston
    Nov 28, 2005
    10
    i like EVE more than SWG(i dropped my account last week). When i tried the game's 14 day free trial, i got addicted! i love the game missions, mining and pvp. it should be much more interesting when Red Moon Rising comes out, just my thought.what else, oh yes, did i mentioned that EVE has the coolest graphics EVER??? i give it a thumbs up!
  16. CarloM.
    Nov 24, 2005
    9
    Love the Graphics thats one things. The tutorial is very helpful and informative and the community is great there are number of friendly and generous people in the game. Eve defines pvp. It's a no holds barred almsot entirley player run universe of endless peace & war, hard business and politics
  17. RickyA.
    Nov 24, 2005
    10
    its definitely better than SWG, when it comes to graphics and gameplay. i love the pvp and pve aspects of the game too.. there is no real endgame..), your character advances even if you are offline making this "the" game for the casual gamers like me.
  18. PheyC.
    Nov 24, 2005
    10
    This game RULES! I could say that EVE is one of the futuristic sci-fi games ever...
  19. NathanA.
    Nov 23, 2005
    10
    this game is for guys like me who wants intensity gaming. i found out that the game starts to be fun once you get pass the tutorial bit which was kinda fun.Skill Training runs on an real world timer, Mining and Missions take time, Money is relatively easy to come by as long as your willing to mine or run the missions .
  20. iveriasmith
    Nov 23, 2005
    10
    I was offered EVE beta test key when it first came out and didnt bother. After years of AC / AC2 / DAOC / WOW and more of hte same ole game with different graphics I gave EVE a try. Well so far I like it a lot. Totally different than anything I am used too. Friendly to those who play hard (lots of money for uber items) and for those of us with external lives (real time leveling).
  21. LoisC.
    Nov 23, 2005
    10
    A great exploration in space with immense gameplay and great graphics!
  22. JohnP.
    Nov 22, 2005
    10
    The best online game ever. The graphics are stunning and the music is great. The gameplay is superb and very challeging. love the community coz they make you feel you are already a part of EVE. This game really rocks!
  23. MarkP.
    Nov 22, 2005
    10
    This game is awesome, graphics really catched my attention. It is so cool and looks real. It has the most sophisticated equipment, spaceships, and social interfaces ever..great music too.
  24. TopheS.
    Nov 21, 2005
    9
    EVE is more satisfying to play, as you never run out of new ship setups to test or skills to train. EVE is much more deeper than the other because the game has a so open-ended nature.
  25. PaulS.
    Nov 21, 2005
    10
    eve online is great once you get the hang of it. if you get pass the tutorial bit, youll start to feel the game explode like one torrenting rush of energy. its fun. its huge. one of the best communities overall.one interesting part of eve is that you have professions not classes and you get to do what u feel is right in the world, YOU form your character....one of the many reasons why i eve online is great once you get the hang of it. if you get pass the tutorial bit, youll start to feel the game explode like one torrenting rush of energy. its fun. its huge. one of the best communities overall.one interesting part of eve is that you have professions not classes and you get to do what u feel is right in the world, YOU form your character....one of the many reasons why i have really got into this game. great fun! Expand
  26. AquillA.
    Nov 20, 2005
    9
    Great gameplay. Character creation is outstanding. Matured Community, I remember this group helping me use the quick key commands. Graphics are so great its like watching a space movie
  27. JamesE.
    Nov 20, 2005
    10
    The game is great! I love the graphics. Its a game where gamers can infuence the shape of the universe. I think EVE offers the best merges of pvp and pve.
  28. MilcaY.
    Nov 18, 2005
    10
    EVE is the great MMORPG game ever made at all time! EVE rocks!
  29. GeeneE.
    Nov 17, 2005
    10
    EVE is very different from all other MMORPG's that makes this game really amazing! I could say that EVE is highly addictive. It has a stunning graphics & an overwhelming community. A game that really catch your attention, really cool.
  30. LanieF.
    Nov 16, 2005
    10
    It's astounding graphic and gameplay is very unique!! EVE online makes my gaming habbit a breath-taking experience!
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 0 out of 3
  1. It's a gaming experience like no other... A brilliant content-heavy update for an already excellent game. [Feb 2005, p.88]
  2. PC Gamer
    83
    For all its style in terms of graphics, backstory, and iterface, EVE remains a complex and slow-paced game that will prove anathema to anyone currently hooked on the simpler, more immediate delights of, say, "World of Warcraft." [March 2005, p.71]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    88
    A visually stunning spacefaring game that is still radically different from mainstream fantasy games. Even after Exodus it is still a bit lacking content-wise, but getting steadily closer to being a massively multiplayer Elite. Definitely an acquired taste, though. [July 05]