What changed in EVE Online in 2026

Rampant Drone Fabricator sites are now permanently available in C1-C6 wormholes.

The wave cap for the Rampant Drone Fabricator sites has been increased from 30 to 100.

Threat level builds based on a point system known as 'Rampancy', determined by ships in proximity to the Fabricator.

Operation Avalon closes at downtime on 20 July, marking the end of the event.

All squads now receive a reclone in each deployment by default.

More tips and in-game tutorials have been added to assist with extraction and expeditions.

NPCs have been retuned to improve combat, reaction times, and movement.

Players will now deploy with free militia-grade variants of the Keshik, Praetorian, and Flayer.

Special event items that can be exchanged for valuable loot and contribute to empire efforts during Operation Avalon.

A brand new Officer variant of an Inertial Stabilizer is now available.

Limited-time Twitch Drops for EVE Online will be available during the event.

New SKINs and SKINR components are available as rewards during the event.

A limited-time World Event from 7–20 July, featuring combat, hacking, and salvaging opportunities across EVE Online and EVE Vanguard.

New weapons including SMG, Shrapnel Cannon, Laser DMR, and Beam Rifle have been added.

Avalon Investigations have begun appearing, offering new gameplay experiences.

Extraction gameplay has been completely redesigned for better player experience.

Announcement of the first alpha playtest for EVE Vanguard, codenamed Operation Avalon, from 7-20 July.

Introducing the Breach Control, which offers resists like a damage control and can reduce Breacher pod damage.

A special Mordu's Legion drone has been introduced as part of the event rewards.

Operation Avalon introduces the all-new Lost Convoy battlefield in EVE Vanguard.

Players can claim daily login rewards throughout the event.

Players can participate in mining Kangite, Polycrase, Moissanite, or Raspite in Bulwark systems.

Players can find the Theaters of War dashboard from the Neocom menu to track campaign objectives.

New Military Campaigns allow players to gather resources and contribute to their empire's goals.

Public fleets are available in almost all Bulwark mining sites, allowing players to join and mine together.

Players can enjoy faster mining and ore compression benefits when near command ships like Orca or Porpoise.

Players receive a gift including fireworks, SKINR components, a Gallente-themed character background, and 10 free PLEX.

NPC bounties and LP reduced by 20%, with extra market fees and higher industry costs.

Includes combat, hacking, mining sites, low-level missions, and Homefront Operations tailored for new players.

A new PvP-free area for new players to train and connect with others.

PvP is completely blocked in the new Starter Space, allowing rookies to train safely.

Players cannot use Abyssal Deadspace filaments or engage in player-owned structure activities.

Players can use one-time shipcasters to jump directly into their chosen empire's highsec space after onboarding.

Experience legendary battles that defined the four empires in a new Epic Arc.

Exordium is a new region for new pilots to learn and connect without PvP.

Seasonal, region-spanning conflicts where capsuleers can contribute to their empire's campaign goals.

New faction navy destroyers added to enhance gameplay variety.

New system to track and display player accomplishments through titles and achievements.

Engage in time-limited military campaigns that influence the future of New Eden.

Celebrate Cradle of War with exclusive rewards and Skill Points.

New way for capsuleers to impact empires' strategic goals through multiple objectives.

A new PvP-free area for rookies to learn and connect with mentors.

New empire-specific command carriers enhance fleet support capabilities.

New packs tailored for both new and veteran players in the EVE store.

Track progress and unlock rewards through achievements.

Get seven days of Omega for 25 PLEX and claim free PLEX gifts.

The Cradle of War expansion launches on 9 June, introducing new content and gameplay features.

A new non-PvP area for rookies to hone their skills and form bonds before tackling the rest of New Eden.

Four new command carriers introduced, capable of running three command burst modules at a time.

Capsuleers can now display their achievements and titles, showcasing their journey.

Introduction of four new Tech II command carriers with unique abilities.

The Cradle of War expansion launches on 9 June, introducing new features and content.

Four new destroyers with unique strengths introduced for each empire.

Focus on lootable items instead of flat LP payouts for battlefield rewards.

Four new navy destroyers added, designed for both PvE and PvP, accessible early in Factional Warfare.

Capsuleers relive pivotal moments from the history of New Eden.

Experience historical conflicts that shaped New Eden through a new Epic Arc.

Special Capsuleer Day packs featuring new empire SKINs are available for purchase.

Warpath: Capital Mayday and other challenge sites have expanded from lowsec to highsec.

The seasonal reward track for Capsuleer Day XXIII has been extended, offering more Skill Points and rewards.

The reward track will extend with surprises in the final week starting 26 May.

A new seasonal challenge chain for the Capital Mayday site has been introduced, rewarding players with ISK and seasonal points.

Players can trade Warpath Command Intel for a brand-new navy destroyer BPC during the event.

Classic Police SKINs are available for a limited time in the New Eden Store.

Community Fittings have been updated to assist players during Capsuleer Day XXIII.

Celebration of creative capsuleers and their contributions to the EVE community.

Insights into the past, present, and future of the EVE Frontier universe.

Latest updates on new features and gameplay systems for EVE Vanguard.

A double vinyl record featuring soundscapes from EVE, available for purchase.

Exclusive look at the upcoming summer expansion for EVE Online during the Fanfest keynote.

Join the live stream of Fanfest 2026 for presentations, interviews, and panels.

The Amarr Empire confirmed as the sponsor of Alliance Tournament XXIII, returning later this year.

Rewards for defending complexes in combat sites will increase exponentially based on the number of complexes defended.

Seasonal activities available through the Agency and AIR Opportunities.

Last year's Police SKINs are available at a 30% discount in the New Eden Store during Capsuleer Day XXIII.

Rewards include new officer and faction modules, PLEX, SoCT ships, Skill Points, and SKINR components.

Brand-new combat sites throughout highsec and lowsec, similar to Factional Warfare complexes.

A new capital support site in lowsec will offer a challenging encounter involving delivering cap boosters to an allied titan.

Daily login rewards include up to 665,000 SP, new SKINs, SKINR components, EverMarks, boosters, and more.

New challenges in hacking, industry, and mining will be available.

Brand-new combat sites for frigates and cruisers are available in highsec, featuring unique adversaries and reward systems.

A catastrophic hyperspace incident has led to the start of Capsuleer Day XXIII, featuring login rewards and a seasonal challenge track.

Introduction of a fleet-based capital support site in lowsec.

New exploration sites can be scanned down in highsec, allowing players to hack containers using data analyzers.

A new page has been created to facilitate PLEX donations to charitable organizations.

The PLEX For Good campaign is now permanently available for players to donate PLEX to charitable organizations.

A limited-time sale of Emergency Response Squad SKINs is available, with proceeds going to PLEX For Good.

Donations made between April 28th and May 5th will earn players virtual Humanitarian Sisters of EVE T-shirts.

The campaign will initially partner with Players vs. Cancer and ICE-SAR for donations.

The new systems will be introduced in phases to ensure stability on expansion day.

Veteran players can visit Exordium to mentor new players, enhancing community engagement.

Exordium systems will be set to 1.0 security status, while other 1.0 systems will be changed to 0.9.

Exordium will have a new security tier that completely prevents PvP, allowing new players to learn without risk.

Exordium will feature PvE content tailored for new players, including combat, hacking, and mining sites.

A dedicated starter region named Exordium will be introduced for new players to enhance their early game experience.

All new players will start in Exordium, which contains 53 systems, allowing them to meet and connect more easily.

CCP Games is committed to improving performance with better hardware and software as player engagement scales up.

A thorough post-mortem review will be conducted to understand the circumstances of the battle and determine if any responses are needed.

The server node hosting Atioth collapsed under pressure during the battle, causing disconnections and login issues for players.

Players are encouraged to submit fleet fight reinforcement requests at least one downtime before major engagements to improve server performance.

The Imperium declared war on WinterCo, leading to a significant battle in Atioth with over 10,000 players participating.

Black Ops battleships increase their damage potential, but their durability decreases.

Drifter wormholes now require scanning before use, adding effort and uncertainty.

Participate in the Gallente Election event with challenges and rewards starting 19 March.

Baseline performance aligns more closely with intended role; new Tech II weapon restores previous power level.

Increased sustainability and additional tuning strengthen carriers' role in fleet warfare and high-end PvE.

Capsuleers can get 15% off PLEX during the Steam Spring sale.

SOCT ships receive a slight reduction in their damage output due to their versatility and low skill requirements.

Force Auxiliaries now better reflect their strategic value and cost on the battlefield.

A new high-risk, high-reward PvE activity for carriers involving specialized beacons.

Improvements to Pochven's combat pacing, rewards, and activities to encourage conflict.

Claim Twitch Drops related to the Gallente Election event.

Celebrate the elections with new packs and exclusive SKINs available in the EVE Store.

Participate in challenges to support presidential candidates and influence the election results until April 16.

Every purchase from the EVE Merch Store earns a free Pride of the Federation SKIN for the Epithal.

Hunt down new Rampant Drone Fabricator sites and face hordes of Rogue Drones in lowsec, wormhole space, and Pochven.

Gallente ships receive system-wide buffs across Gallente space during the event.

Up to 15% off Omega subscriptions and new SKINs for the Viator and Lachesis.

Explore Rogue Drone sites to hack databanks and vaults for hidden riches.

Log in daily for gifts including up to 640K Skill Points, SKINs, boosters, and EverMarks.

A gift containing a festive firework, Malediction Unbridled Glory SKIN, SKINR components, and 8 free PLEX for eligible players.

Claim amazing Twitch Drops during the Lunar New Year event.

The Aura Guidance system is designed to have no impact on game performance during use.

New players will be randomly assigned to test groups to evaluate the effectiveness of Aura Guidance.

Aura Guidance aims to reduce confusion for new players by providing context-aware answers within the game client.

The system highlights relevant UI elements based on player questions to enhance learning.

A new system delivering player-generated knowledge to assist new pilots based on Rookie Help questions.

Engage in 1v1 battles from 9 February to 17 February with unique scoring criteria.

Kills must be solo, uniquely piloted, and individual ship types to count towards the leaderboard.

Top pilots can win PLEX prizes based on their performance in the PvP Fest.

A new section on zKillboard will track kills and scores for participants in the event.