This episode of "The Safe Spot" podcast features hosts Rixx Javix and CrazyKinux discussing significant developments in the Eve Online universe, including Pearl Abyss's acquisition and subsequent divestment of CCP Games, and the upcoming FanFest. They also touch upon CCP's other game development projects, the evolution of Eve Online, and personal experiences with attending FanFest and other in-game events.
The hosts mention that FanFest is coming up in a little over two weeks. Neither of them are planning to attend this year, despite having bought tickets the previous year due to a discount offered at the end of FanFest. They have attended FanFest every year since 2015 and have explored Iceland extensively. They decided to "skip" this year as it feels like they were "just there" and Rixx had recently gotten back into playing Eve. They plan to attend next year, hoping to meet in person. They note that the next FanFest might coincide with CCP's 30th anniversary in the fall of 2027. They also mention that FanFest dates are usually announced early in the year. Rixx has attended FanFest twice before, in 2008 and 2011, with the 2011 event including coverage of a tournament. He notes that both events were held at the same sports center, which was later replaced by the Harpa. CrazyKinux also mentions attending FanFest in 2014 and 2015, both at Harpa.
