EVE Online
The space MMORPG EVE Online targets a niche of players who essentially want to live a second life in a science fiction world. Here it is possible to build your own economic empire, become a pirate, amass wealth, and lose it all again. The developers mostly stay out of the game and leave it to the fans to shape the universe.
This group of players is willing to pay a monthly fee for their hobby, which they pursue very intensely. A Free2Play version with some limitations is also available, and those who wish can also pay their subscription fee with hard-earned in-game currency. According to many fans, the subscription keeps away those who do not take the game seriously and would just make trouble.
EVE Online is fully focused on a sandbox. This means there are virtually no quests, and players tell their own stories through their actions. PvP is fully integrated into the game, although there are safe and unsafe areas. Nevertheless, one should always be cautious when exploring space.
