1. EVE Universe Tourism Screenshot Contest
Concept: Showcase the beauty of EVE Online by submitting your best in-game screenshots of stunning locations. From breathtaking nebulae to massive fleet battles, participants can capture the wonder of New Eden.
Format: Image submission.
Verification/Judging:
• Entries must include the system name where the screenshot was taken (to verify it’s in-game).
• Screenshots will be judged based on creativity, visual composition, and the ability to evoke awe.
Reward Idea: Winning shots could be featured as community wallpapers, with the winner earning in-game items like SKINs or PLEX.
2. “Tales of Escape” Storytelling Challenge
Concept: Share your most heart-pounding story of escape in EVE Online. Did you narrowly evade a gate camp? Slip out of a wormhole before it collapsed? Tell us your tale of survival and cunning.
Format: Text or video.
Verification/Judging:
• Stories should include a brief explanation of the circumstances (e.g., system name, ship type).
• Judged on storytelling ability, creativity, and engagement.
Reward Idea: Winners receive themed in-game items (e.g., Warp Core Stabilizer modules, cloaking devices, or shuttles) or a shoutout in an official community highlight.
3. “Design Your Own SKIN” Contest
Concept: Let the community showcase their creativity by designing custom SKINs for their favorite ships.
Format: Image submission or concept sketches.
Verification/Judging:
• Entries must include a clear visual representation and a brief description of the SKIN’s theme and inspiration.
• Judged on originality, design quality, and how well it fits the EVE aesthetic.
Reward Idea: The winner’s SKIN concept could be turned into an official in-game SKIN or earn them in-game PLEX and bragging rights.
4. “Fleet Commander’s Gauntlet” PvE Challenge
Concept: Assemble a fleet to complete a difficult PvE challenge, like running a high-tier Abyssal site or an Incursion within a specific time limit.
Format: Verifiable in-game challenge with video or screenshot proof.
Verification/Judging:
• Participants must submit a video of their fleet completing the challenge, including timestamps and fleet composition.
• Judged on speed, efficiency, and creativity in fitting ships.
Reward Idea: Winning fleets receive in-game items or PLEX, with individual recognition for standout performances.
5. “EVE-Inspired Art” Showcase
Concept: Encourage the community to create EVE-inspired art in any medium—digital art, paintings, 3D models, or even cosplay.
Format: Image or video submission.
Verification/Judging:
• Participants must include a short explanation of their work and how it connects to EVE.
• Judged on creativity, craftsmanship, and originality.
Reward Idea: Winners receive in-game rewards (like unique vanity items or PLEX) and their work featured on community channels.
6. “Hunt the Capsuleer” In-Game Event
Concept: A dev-sponsored event where players must hunt down and “catch” a designated Capsuleer flying a special ship.
Format: In-game challenge.
Verification/Judging:
• Participants submit killmails or screenshots proving they caught the target.
• Judged on who finds the target first or most creatively.
Reward Idea: Rewards for the first capsuleer to land the final blow could include rare items or PLEX.
7. “Short Film Festival: Life in New Eden”
Concept: Create a short video (1–3 minutes) depicting life in New Eden. Whether it’s a montage of fleet battles, a comedic skit, or a cinematic tribute to EVE, let your creativity shine.
Format: Video submission.
Verification/Judging:
• Videos must include in-game footage or EVE-themed elements.
• Judged on storytelling, cinematography, and entertainment value.
Reward Idea: The top videos are featured on official EVE channels, and creators win PLEX or exclusive in-game rewards.
8. “The 100 ISK Trading Challenge”
Concept: Start with just 100 ISK and see how far you can grow it through trading over the course of a week.
Format: In-game challenge with screenshots or video proof.
Verification/Judging:
• Participants must document their trades (starting balance and final balance).
• Judged on creativity, profit margin, and trading strategy.
Reward Idea: The player with the most ISK growth wins trading-related items or PLEX.
9. “Alliance Propaganda Contest”
Concept: Create the best propaganda poster or video for your alliance or corporation.
Format: Image or video submission.
Verification/Judging:
• Submissions must include the alliance or corp name and be clearly themed around recruitment or morale-building.
• Judged on creativity, humor, and impact.
Reward Idea: Winners earn in-game vanity items, SKINs, or PLEX, and their propaganda is showcased on official channels.
10. “Hidden Relic Hunt” In-Game Treasure Hunt
Concept: Organize an event where players search for hidden containers in specific systems containing clues or rewards.
Format: In-game event with clues provided by the organizers.
Verification/Judging:
• Participants must document finding the hidden containers.
• Judged on who finds the containers first.
Reward Idea: Rewards include ISK, rare modules, or collectibles placed in the hidden containers.
