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EVE Online discusses Catalyst feedback and reception, EVE Frontier runs another free play promotion
CCP Games is discussing player feedback on the EVE Online Catalyst expansion and its design choices. Separately, EVE Frontier is running another free play promotion until April 13th, allowing players to experience the blockchain MMO without purchasing founder's access. CCP Games also reported over 4,000 bans in EVE Online for February, primarily due to RMT and unauthorized automation.
EVE Frontier Launches Limited Free Access Until April 13
CCP Games is offering a limited-time free access period for its space survival game EVE Frontier until April 13. This trial allows players to experience the game, including the new Cycle 5: Shroud of Fear update which introduces player-driven clone production and persistent Orbital Zones, without needing Founder Access. Progression is tracked via in-game currency 'Grace', but retaining it post-cycle requires Founder Access.
ProbablyMonsters is betting on an Xbox 360-esque bonanza of single-player AA kookiness
ProbablyMonsters is focusing on the AA gaming space, aiming to create unique single-player experiences reminiscent of the Xbox 360 era. Despite initial low sales for titles like Storm Lancers and Ire: A Prologue, the company, led by new executives David Reid and Harold Ryan, is committed to this strategy, believing it allows for greater creative freedom and potential profitability compared to AAA or indie development.
EVE Online showcases the activities and rewards of its ongoing Gallente Election event
EVE Online is currently hosting its Gallente Election event, which offers players rewards for participating. CCP Games released a video detailing the lore, player activities, and the design of the rewards. The event runs until April 16th, with Lucas Tenzin currently leading in the polls.
EVE Frontier’s blockchain-powered ‘hackathon’ test yielded a… vibe-coded Flappy Bird clone
EVE Frontier's blockchain-powered hackathon has yielded a Flappy Bird clone called Flappy Frontier as its highlight after one week. The contest, which challenges players to create mods or external apps for the game's 'smart assemblies' with an $80,000 prize pool, is utilizing AI-driven coding tools. The hackathon continues until March 31st.
EVE Online: Catalyst update rebalances ship classes & prepares for a galactic vote
The EVE Online Catalyst update introduces rebalances to ship classes and prepares for a player-driven narrative event. The Gallente Presidential Election event runs from March 19 to April 16, allowing players to influence the game's future through in-game activities.
CCP Games Launches Major Update for EVE Online: Catalyst, Strengthening Ship Balance and Ecosystem
CCP Games has released a major update for its sci-fi MMO EVE Online, titled Catalyst. This update focuses on refining ship balance, strengthening the in-game ecosystem, and introducing new high-risk, high-reward PvE activities. The update also sets the stage for the upcoming Gallente Presidential Election within the game.
EVE Online Releases Massive Balance Update To Compliment Recent Expansion
CCP Games has released a significant balance update for the EVE Online: Catalyst expansion, focusing on refining ship roles, enhancing risk vs. reward gameplay, and diversifying strategies in both PvE and PvP. The update also introduces the Gallente Presidential Election, a player-run in-game event that will influence the game's narrative.
Blockchain MMO EVE Frontier adds clone manufacturing, co-op base building, and zone changes March 11
CCP Games' blockchain MMO EVE Frontier has received a new update introducing clone manufacturing, allowing players to produce and enhance their character's skill-infused shells. The update also enhances cooperative base building with new turret types and network node contributions, alongside changes to orbital zones, enemy types, and spaceship controls.
EVE Online details changes planned for faction standing and friendly fire abuse coming this summer
CCP Games is implementing changes in EVE Online's summer expansion to address player abuse of faction standing and friendly fire, a tactic known as 'awoxing'. New rules will affect corp and character eligibility for factional warfare, and penalties for attacking friendly militia members will be doubled. Individual faction standing mechanics are also being adjusted, including changes to agent missions and promotions.
Jobs Roundup: March 2026 | ProbablyMonsters expands its leadership team
Several gaming companies have announced new executive appointments. ProbablyMonsters added Jonathan Lander, David Reid, and Mark Subotnick to its leadership team. Kasedo Games appointed Timea Edvi as publishing director, Sixteen Tons named Sebastian Nußuam as CCO, and Microsoft Gaming welcomed Alison Zeng as strategic partner manager. Additionally, Adam Orth has become COO at Midwest Games, and Arah Collins joins Escape Velocity Entertainment as senior narrative designer.
The Shifting Landscape of Global Gaming in 2026
The global gaming market in 2026 is characterized by diversity across platforms like PC, console, and mobile, alongside the growth of cloud gaming, esports, and subscription services. Regions such as Canada, the UK, Germany, Poland, the Nordics, and Iceland contribute uniquely, with Poland and the Nordics being development hubs and Iceland home to CCP Games. Artificial intelligence is also increasingly used in development workflows, impacting content creation and efficiency.
PROBABLYMONSTERS EXPANDS EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TO ADVANCE ITS NEXT PHASE OF PORTFOLIO AND PUBLISHING GROWTH
Independent video game company ProbablyMonsters has expanded its executive leadership team with the appointments of Jonathan Lander as Chief Publishing Officer, David Reid as Chief Marketing Officer, and Mark Subotnick as Chief Product Officer. These additions reinforce the company's integrated development and publishing strategy as it scales its portfolio of original titles.
EVE Frontier Enters Cycle 5: Shroud of Fear, Starting March 11
CCP Games announced that EVE Frontier's Cycle 5, titled Shroud of Fear, will begin on March 11, introducing new survival mechanics like Shell industry and dynamic AI. The update also features revamped base building, refined combat, and a migration from Ethereum to the Sui blockchain. A limited-time Founder Access is available for $19.99, alongside an $80,000 hackathon for mod developers.
EVE Frontier Unveils Cycle 5 Of Founder Access: Shroud of Fear
CCP Games announced that EVE Frontier will launch its fifth Founder Access cycle, titled Shroud of Fear, on March 11, 2026. This update introduces new features such as the Shell industry for clone body production, Orbital Zones replacing dungeons, and redefined traversal and combat systems. The game will also migrate from Ethereum to the Sui blockchain, and a $80,000 prize pool hackathon will coincide with the launch.
EVE Online players’ weekend brawl at the Spire wipes out player ships totaling a trillion ISK
A large-scale player versus player battle in EVE Online resulted in the destruction of player ships valued at approximately one trillion ISK. The conflict occurred over a fortizar structure at B6-XE8, known as the Spire, involving alliances such as Brotherhood of Spacers and Real Money Coalition. The battle report indicated that destroyed dreadnoughts contributed significantly to the overall losses.
EVE Online is collecting player blood for a historical Icelandic saga about the game
CCP Games is collecting blood samples from EVE Online players at Fanfest 2026 to create a historical saga called the Capsuleer Edda. This project aims to preserve the game's living history by mixing player blood with a 17th-century ink formula and inscribing it into a vellum tome, designed to last for millennia.
EVE Online Wants Your Blood For A Real-World Lore Document
CCP Games announced 'The Blood Tome' project at EVE Fanfest 2026, allowing players to contribute a small amount of blood to be mixed into ink for a real-world manuscript called 'The Capsuleer Edda.' This initiative aims to preserve the living history and player-driven society of EVE Online, which has been active for over 20 years. Registration for participation closes on April 2, 2026, with medical oversight ensuring the safe collection and processing of blood.
