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Thanks EVE, but I don't think I'll stay a second month. Why, you ask? Well I'll try to explain (and it may just be my inexperience, but this is why):

1) Biggest reason is that all areas look too much alike, save for different backdrops and a few structures. I don't feel like exploring space at all.
2) Combat (against NPCs) has so far been just target-orbit-shoot-repair-repeat, it doesn't feel engaging at all. If I feel I'm losing I have to ge to a station and buy better gear and try again, I can't really change in the middle of combat.
3) PVP - I can't stand the PKers camping jumpgates and attack as you enter the system. And if they attack I have one option - to flee.
4) I wish piloting spaceships would be more fun and feel more hands-on.
5) Atmosphere, no sorry, it's cold, dark and hostile, and all channels are full of trash. Not how I want to relax after work.

The game has loads of good stuff, but I can't see myself playing it every day. I *think* the reasons above is why I don't have fun enough.

PS
No, you can't have my stuff!! I'm still curious about the Ambulation expansion. I want my little pilot to settle on a nice green planet. ;)
DS

Well, thanks for trying, and see you again after Ambulation comes out. Don't forget to leave a long skill training! :D

Well, i feel sorry that you had seen those sides of Eve.

But i get the feeling that we will have you back soon. I have seen several people stating exactly the same you wrote, then trying the game again after a while, getting into a good corp, and getting addicted instantly for years to come.

Thanks for trying Eve. You are welcome when you come back. ;)

Originally posted by frkhot97

Thanks EVE, but I don't think I'll stay a second month. Why, you ask? Well I'll try to explain (and it may just be my inexperience, but this is why):

1) Biggest reason is that all areas look too much alike, save for different backdrops and a few structures. I don't feel like exploring space at all.  Yea i agree totally here
2) Combat (against NPCs) has so far been just target-orbit-shoot-repair-repeat, it doesn't feel engaging at all.Defanatly an agree here If I feel I'm losing I have to ge to a station and buy better gear and try again, I can't really change in the middle of combat. Well nothing wrong here we are flying spaceships afterall.
3) PVP - I can't stand the PKers camping jumpgates and attack as you enter the system. And if they attack I have one option - to flee. Yea they can be a pain till you learn how to avoid them or get past them unless your part of a organised groupe but that isant for everyone.
4) I wish piloting spaceships would be more fun and feel more hands-on.

5) Atmosphere, no sorry, it's cold, dark and hostile, and all channels are full of trash. Not how I want to relax after work well to be fare that is how it was intended.

The game has loads of good stuff, but I can't see myself playing it every day. I *think* the reasons above is why I don't have fun enough.

PS
No, you can't have my stuff!! I'm still curious about the Ambulation expansion. I want my little pilot to settle on a nice green planet. ;)
DS

I largely agree with your  points here for example the lack of scenery is a bit of a bore. Although i will say that for some time CCP have been hinting that one day this will change netherless id say it will be a while..

1) Its space, its pretty open and black IRL.  Go play a fantasy game with elves if you want more color.


2) Combat gets way more involving once you get more SP and go deeper into space. But, I agree with you on this point first starting out.

3) Ya this sucks.  Your best bet is to join a large corp in a good alliance and have some people on your back.  its space however, and it is hostile, not a trip to Disney Land.

4) I agree 100%

5) Its space, its pretty open and black IRL.  Go play a fantasy game with elves if you want more color.

Thanks for trying, hope you enjoy your next stint and be sure to find a good corp!

Originally posted by frkhot97

Thanks EVE, but I don't think I'll stay a second month. Why, you ask? Well I'll try to explain (and it may just be my inexperience, but this is why):

1) Biggest reason is that all areas look too much alike, save for different backdrops and a few structures. I don't feel like exploring space at all.
2) Combat (against NPCs) has so far been just target-orbit-shoot-repair-repeat, it doesn't feel engaging at all. If I feel I'm losing I have to ge to a station and buy better gear and try again, I can't really change in the middle of combat.
3) PVP - I can't stand the PKers camping jumpgates and attack as you enter the system. And if they attack I have one option - to flee.
4) I wish piloting spaceships would be more fun and feel more hands-on.
5) Atmosphere, no sorry, it's cold, dark and hostile, and all channels are full of trash. Not how I want to relax after work.

The game has loads of good stuff, but I can't see myself playing it every day. I *think* the reasons above is why I don't have fun enough.

PS
No, you can't have my stuff!! I'm still curious about the Ambulation expansion. I want my little pilot to settle on a nice green planet. ;)
DS

Hey Frkhot

I know it is hard for old Ryzom player to find a new home. But if you are attracted to EVE - but it didnt really "click" for you...do not despair

There is hope

And it is called Jumpgate Evolution

It is going to have all the complexity of EVE , but in same time be its exact opposite

1.Twitch based - newtonian physics flight - difficult as hell

2. No skills or levels  - no more power simply because you were subscribed longer

3. PVP with much greater focus on PVE - Intelligent NPCs that trade, go about their lives, fight , pirate, mine

4. According to screenies the graphic will blow your head and all that will run on most modest of PCs

5. Much more CASUAL !

Get ready for the following comments:

"You're not smart enough to understand Eve."

"Combat is indeed highly intricate you're just missing the point."

"Grief play is part of the Eve experience because Eve is a cold harsh universe"

Anytime anyone states the reasons you mentioned above these things get referenced.

I don't understand why you stayed the first month. You should of just gotten the trial.

Anyways, very nice thread title :)

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Originally posted by frkhot97
Thanks EVE, but I don't think I'll stay a second month. Why, you ask? Well I'll try to explain (and it may just be my inexperience, but this is why):

1) Biggest reason is that all areas look too much alike, save for different backdrops and a few structures. I don't feel like exploring space at all.
2) Combat (against NPCs) has so far been just target-orbit-shoot-repair-repeat, it doesn't feel engaging at all. If I feel I'm losing I have to ge to a station and buy better gear and try again, I can't really change in the middle of combat.
3) PVP - I can't stand the PKers camping jumpgates and attack as you enter the system. And if they attack I have one option - to flee.
4) I wish piloting spaceships would be more fun and feel more hands-on.
5) Atmosphere, no sorry, it's cold, dark and hostile, and all channels are full of