Today (December 5th) the comprehensive “Arms Race” expansion for the space MMO EVE Online is released, which expands the Free2Play mode.
Previously, the so-called Alpha Clones, those utilizing the Free2Play mode of EVE Online, could only fly a few ships and use very few skills. This made the mode not very attractive for players because their options were too severely limited.
But with today’s “Arms Race” expansion, this changes.
Alpha Clones Get More Ships and Skills
Alpha Clones now have access to battlecruisers and battleships, which are among the two most important classes in the game. This allows Free2Play players to participate in larger battles and make an impact.
Additionally, there are adjustments to over 100 skills, making Alpha Clones more effective in the game and making it worthwhile to play such a clone. Only through the combination of the ships Alpha Clones can now fly and the skills they gain access to can they successfully operate in the game. However, Free2Play players cannot increase their skills for free.
Is CCP Games Giving Away Too Much of the Game for Free?
However, the changes have already led to criticism from veterans. They believe that Free2Play players are receiving too many opportunities. CCP Games would be giving away too much of the game for free. But the developers defend their decision and explain that the Free2Play version of EVE Online is not meant to feel like a trial, but like a game mode that offers a genuine EVE experience.
With these changes, it should now not only make more sense to play the Free2Play mode of EVE Online, but it should also be more enjoyable.
Meanwhile, the game is somewhat suffering from the fact that almost the entire community team has been laid off due to restructuring measures.
