In a shocking move, CCP Games, the developers of the popular space-themed MMO, Eve Online, have announced a new microtransaction that allows players to automate their Planetary Industry (PI) without ever leaving the comfort of their station. The announcement has been met with mixed reactions from the game’s community. According to CCP, the new feature, called “Planet Bot”, will allow players to set up their PI operations, and then let the software take care of everything else. “We understand that Planetary Industry can be a tedious and time-consuming process,” said a CCP spokesperson. “So we decided to give players the option to automate it, for a small fee, of course.” The new feature has been met with both praise and criticism. Some players are excited about the prospect of being able to focus on other aspects of the game, while others are concerned about the impact it will have on the game’s economy. One player, who wished to remain anonymous, said, “This is ridiculous. CCP is essentially selling players the ability to cheat. It’s not fair to those of us who put in the time and effort to do things the right way.” Another player, who goes by the username “MoneyMaker”, said, “I’m all for this new feature. It’s a great way for me to make even more ISK without having to put in any extra effort. Plus, it gives me more time to focus on my other businesses.” CCP has defended the new feature, stating that it was designed to enhance the gameplay experience, not to give players an unfair advantage. “We believe that Planet Bot will make PI more accessible to players who may not have had the time or patience to do it manually,” said the spokesperson. Despite the mixed reactions, CCP is confident that Planet Bot will be a success. The company has already begun advertising the new feature on its website and social media channels, and players can expect to see it in action very soon. Whether or not it will have a significant impact on the game’s economy remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Eve Online will never be the same again.
