EVE Vanguard, the MMOFPS Committed to “Respecting Your Time,” Set for Steam Early Access Release Next Summer

I’m gonna be honest, I’m not sure why I keep getting excited about EVE Vanguard. It’s like a dog chasing its own tail—round and round we go. CCP, the minds behind the good ol’ EVE Online, now want to shake up shooters. They’re taking notes from Destiny or Helldivers 2, trying to blend that adrenaline rush with an EVE twist. But who knows if it’ll work? I mean, everyone talks big at first, right? And before you ask, yep, there’s more info somewhere up there—I’m covering Eve FanFest 2025, and my notes are a mess.

So yeah, CCP went ahead and said they’re opening doors early. You know, getting you to test the waters before you’re knee-deep. Mark your calendars: EVE Vanguard hits Early Access on Steam in Summer 2026. But if patience isn’t your thing, September 16 is your date for a sneak peek. They’re letting the curious ones in earlier, so check out their Discord if you’re interested.

Now, here’s where it gets all “corporate communications,” but stick with me. They’re selling EVE Vanguard as this big ol’ sandbox where you make your own fun—hunt around, tackle contracts, the works. Somehow, they make it sound like you’re diving into a world where your actions actually matter. Sounds intriguing, right? Or maybe it’s all just fluff—hard to tell until you dive in.

Quick note: The timeline’s shuffled a bit, which might confuse those keeping track. Actually, scratch that—I’m confused too. I’ve seen a bunch of dates float around, and suddenly Early Access is bumped up by a year. But don’t hold me to that—I’ll be grilling CCP about what’s what. Anyway, if Vanguard’s aim is to stand out against the likes of Marathon or Arc Raiders, we might just be in for a treat. Stay tuned, or jump in to see things with your own eyes.