EVE Online

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Title:   EVE Online
Genre:   Sci Fi MMORPG Space Sim
Publisher:   CCP Games
Developer:  CCP Games (Crowd Control Productions)
Platforms:   PC
Launch date:   Running Live (Summer 2003)
Description:

The game is set in an unknown expanse of space, spanning thousands of solar systems, many of which are settled. Players begin by creating an in-game avatar, and start the game equipped with a basic spaceship - ready to explore the world.

To begin with, players can trade goods between systems or engage in money making activities, such as mining asteroids, gathering scientific data on unmanned systems, or even cleaning up space debris. Gains made from such activity can be used to upgrade their ship with weapons and equipment and also to develop their character by training in various skills.

When the player has mastered the basics of the game, amassed some money and equipment, and advanced his/her character through basic skills, the possibilities become almost endless.

Players who wish to explore peaceful paths can continue to upgrade their ships to bigger and better-defended cargo vessels, purchase advanced mining or research equipment, and further develop their character by specializing in preferred skill choices.

Others will choose to explore more dangerous paths, such as piracy, smuggling, or bounty hunting. There will even be ways of making money through such activities as spying on other players and reporting illegal activity.

Game features:

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Official Website: eve-online.com
Other peeks: GameSpy interview

EVE Online and the EVE Online logo are trademarks of CCP HF.