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EVE Fanfest 2026: EVE Vanguard opens Steam signups for Operation Avalon alpha test
EVE Vanguard, a new first-person shooter from Fenris Creations, has opened signups for its Operation Avalon alpha test on Steam, running from July 7th to 20th. This alpha will showcase the game's lore and core extraction shooter gameplay loop, with plans for future integration with the sci-fi MMO EVE Online.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the team share their weekend gaming plans, ranging from Forza Horizon 6 and American Truck Simulator to the unreleased game for guides, Directive 8020, and EVE Online. One writer is experiencing a retinal migraine and plans to rest, while another is trying out the puzzle game Drop Duchy on Steam Deck. The article also touches on personal anecdotes about pet care and healthcare.
EVE Online: Cradle of War Next Month
CCP announced that the new expansion for the space MMORPG EVE Online, titled Cradle of War, will launch on June 9th. The expansion focuses on the game's lore and narrative.
EVE Vanguard Playtest Signups
Fenris Creations has announced signups for an alpha test of EVE Vanguard, its upcoming multiplayer shooter set in the EVE universe. The test, codenamed Operation Avalon, will allow players to experience the new game mode.
EVE Online Cradle of War Expansion announced for June 2026
Fenris Creations has announced the 'Cradle of War' expansion for the MMORPG EVE Online, set to launch in June 2026. This expansion marks the beginning of a three-part series focused on expanding combat and warfare within the game's universe.
EVE Online’s Cradle of War expansion wants to make the space MMO more welcoming to new players, before killing them in galaxy-wide omniconflict
The EVE Online expansion, Cradle of War, launching June 9th, aims to improve new player onboarding with the "Exordium" safe zone, where PvP is disabled. The expansion also introduces objective-based military campaigns for each of the four major empire factions, new ships including Tech 2 Command Carriers, and an achievement system. A follow-up update in September will rebalance large fleet projection.
EVE FanFest 2026: EVE Frontier's Cycle 6 "Pushes Deeper Into The Unknown" On June 25
Fenris Creations announced that EVE Frontier's next major update, Cycle 6 "Sanctuary," will launch on June 25, 2026, for PC. This update introduces a server-wide refresh, modular ship customization, new environmental hazards, Dormant Gates for accessing new star systems, and challenging Feral enemies. The changes aim to enhance the core survival experience and give players more agency in a dangerous galaxy.
EVE Fanfest 2026: EVE Online’s Cradle of War expansion sets the universe on fire June 9th
CCP Games announced the upcoming Cradle of War expansion for EVE Online at EVE Fanfest 2026, launching June 9th. The expansion introduces Military Campaigns allowing players to contribute to NPC faction wars through various roles, new ships including Tech 2 Command Carriers and Navy Destroyers, and finally adds achievements and titles to the game. This update aims to provide new ways for players to engage with conflicts and reshape the game world.
EVE Online's The Capsuleer Edda Promises Digital Eternity—All They Need is Your Blood
Fenris Creations (formerly CCP Games) is inviting EVE Online players at EVE FanFest 2026 to donate a drop of blood to be incorporated into 'The Capsuleer Edda,' a historical record intended to last for millennia. This initiative, developed with scientific input from Dr. Mark Crowther, involves extracting DNA from blood samples to create a unique ink mixture, preserving player contributions to the game's history in a manner reflecting Icelandic storytelling traditions.
Prepare for EVE Online's Next Expansion, Cradle of War
EVE Online's next expansion, Cradle of War, is set to launch on June 9, introducing the Military Campaign system as part of the three-part Theatres of War saga. This expansion will also feature new ships, a non-PvP starter system for new players, and Epic Arc Missions. The Military Campaign system allows players to influence the ongoing empire warfare, with the future of the conflict determined by their actions.
EVE FanFest 2026: EVE Vanguard Is Getting A Brand-New Overhaul Update & Alpha Playtest Window
EVE Vanguard, a spinoff of EVE Online, is receiving a major overhaul with the 'Operation Avalon' update, which includes revamped combat, new enemies, and an expanded risk-and-extraction loop. An alpha playtest for Operation Avalon is scheduled from July 7th to July 20th, with the full alpha release planned for November 2026. This update aims to lay the groundwork for integration with EVE Online.
The Most Interesting Game Out There Just Got Easier To Start Playing
The MMORPG Eve Online is launching its Cradle of War expansion on June 9, introducing a new non-PvP starter area called Exordium designed to ease new players into the game's mechanics. Developer Fenris Creations (formerly CCP Games) aims to provide a more guided experience for newcomers, with veteran players also able to assist in this safe zone. The expansion also includes new military campaigns, structured conflicts with clear objectives, and historical Epic Arc missions for all players.
The Most Interesting Game Out There Just Got Easier To Start Playing
The MMORPG Eve Online is introducing the Cradle of War expansion on June 9, which features a new non-PvP starter area called Exordium designed to ease new players into the game's mechanics. This expansion, developed by Fenris Creations (formerly CCP Games), also includes structured military campaigns and historical Epic Arc missions. Additionally, eight new ships and a new titles and achievements system are being added.
Massively Overthinking: Which MMORPG tutorials are actually effective – vs. functionally useless?
This article analyzes the effectiveness of MMORPG tutorials, distinguishing between those that genuinely teach players and those that are functionally useless. Contributors discuss examples like Albion Online's integrated newbie area and Star Wars Galaxies' lack of guidance, highlighting that successful tutorials often blend gameplay with instruction in a low-danger environment. The complexity of MMOs and varying player learning styles are identified as key challenges in tutorial design.
Pearl Abyss Q1 2026: Black Desert and Crimson Desert push Pearl Abyss to huge revenues – without CCP Games
Pearl Abyss reported significant revenue growth in Q1 2026, driven by the launch of Crimson Desert and the steady performance of the Black Desert franchise. The company has shifted to an earnings letter format instead of a conference call. Pearl Abyss is also prioritizing development on DokeV and has sold CCP Games.
EVE Online’s Capsuleer Edda will preserve its history in a manuscript written in actual blood
EVE Online is undertaking a unique project called Capsuleer Edda to preserve the game's history in a physical manuscript. This manuscript will be written on vellum using ink mixed with a drop of blood from contributing players, including CEO Hilmar Pétursson. The project aims for extreme durability rather than digital preservation, with opportunities for players to contribute their blood at Fanfest.
MMO Week in Review: The big rebranding of CCP Games
CCP Games, the studio behind EVE Online, has rebranded to Fenris Creations and announced a partnership with Google DeepMind for AI development. This news comes amidst other MMO updates including Guild Wars 2's new zone, Conan Exiles' Enhanced version, and acquisitions like Daybreak buying Cold Iron Studios.
Eve Online dev breaks from Pearl Abyss and establishes "research partnership" with Google DeepMind
CCP Games, now rebranded as Fenris Creations, has broken away from Pearl Abyss and entered a $120 million research partnership with Google DeepMind. The collaboration will utilize Eve Online as a testbed for AI research, focusing on areas like long-horizon planning and continual learning, with the potential to explore new gameplay experiences. This move aims to support Fenris Creations' future as an independent developer of persistent online worlds.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of a gaming publication share their weekend gaming plans, ranging from competitive shooter Overwatch and strategy game Songs Of Silence to the MMO EVE Online. Other team members are playing Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Final Fantasy XII, and Everspace 2, with some discussing secret upcoming games.
Evening Interviews
CCP Games, the developer behind Eve Online, has rebranded to Fenris Creations after 28 years. The company's CEO stated the decision was made to distance the company from political associations, specifically mentioning the Chinese Communist Party.