Strategy · 2003
EVE Online
In short: EVE Online is a Strategy game by CCP, released in 2003 on PC. It takes about 3 hours to beat. Critics rate it 88/100. It is free to play.
Eve Online is a massively multiplayer role-playing game and space simulator. The games initially required the monthly subscription but later got the limited free-to-play version. EVE Online is set in an expansive sci-fi world. The player controls starship and has the freedom to explore the in-game world at his own…
Key facts
- Released
- 6 May 2003
- Genre
- Strategy · MMO · Action
- Length
- ≈ 3 h to beat
- Game modes
- Multiplayer
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- CCP
- Critics
- Metacritic 88
- Steam reviews
- 74% positive (36,388 reviews)
- Best price
- Free
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 88 — critics loved it
- A 2003 classic that aged well
- "With friends" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat EVE Online?
Expect about 3 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play EVE Online with friends?
Yes: EVE Online can be played in competitive multiplayer.
What platforms is EVE Online on?
EVE Online is available on PC.
Is EVE Online free?
Yes, EVE Online is free-to-play (verified on Steam).
Is EVE Online a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 88. On Steam, 74% positive (36,388 reviews).
What games are like EVE Online?
In the same spirit: RIFT, Anarchy Online and Neverwinter.



