Rigs & Implants

New to EVE Online? Learn about Rigs and Implants, crucial ship and character enhancements. Get started on the right foot with our beginner's guide.

Hey there, capsuleer! So you're diving into EVE Online and wondering about these 'Rigs' and 'Implants' everyone talks about? Think of them as your ship's upgrades and your own character's enhancements. They're super important for making your ship perform better or giving your character specific boosts. While this guide is a general starting point, understanding these components early on will really set you up for success.

When you're just starting out, you'll go through a tutorial sequence and then get a set of tutorial missions. Seriously, stick with these! They're not just there to show you the ropes of EVE's sometimes-confusing interface, but they also give you a sneak peek into the many different paths you can take in the game. Plus, sticking with them means your faction standing will go up, and you'll even get a sweet implant as a reward. Don't skip out on that freebie!

After you've wrapped up the tutorial, it's a good time to start thinking about what kind of pilot you want to be. Do you want to be a miner, a trader, a pirate, or something else entirely? There's a whole guide dedicated to exploring these 'Professions' that can help you figure out where to focus your skills and efforts. Making these choices early can really shape your EVE experience.