EVE Online: updates and patch notes, week of 2026-09-28

Catch up on 3 source-checked EVE Online updates, with links to the original announcements.

EVE Online offers four Cradle of War packs

Four packs tied to EVE Online’s Cradle of War update are available until 23:59 UTC on 5 October. They target wormhole and Pirate Insurgency entrants, returning players, and SKIN collectors.

• All four packs are single-purchase offers except the Shifting Spacetime Pack.
• The Into Anoikis Pack is advertised with savings of up to 30%.
• The Insurgent Uprising Pack is aimed at new Pirate Insurgency players and advertised at 35% less.
• The Shifting Spacetime Pack includes 200 PLEX and a crate with a chance at listed SKINs or 500 PLEX.

Original announcement (2026-09-22)

Syndicate DMZ event runs September 26 in EVE Online

A player-organized Syndicate DMZ event is scheduled for September 26, with combat bounties active through the day. A separate five-hour window will offer industry and exploration rewards, according to the organizer.

• The event is planned to turn Syndicate into an open conflict area on September 26.
• Combat bounties are planned for the full day, while industry and exploration rewards are limited to a five-hour period.

Original announcement (2026-09-25)

EVE Online discounts SKINR components and PLEX

EVE Online has cut prices on existing SKINR components and sequencing through 5 October. Separate PLEX pack discounts of up to 48% run until 4 October at 23:59 UTC.

• Existing SKINR components and SKIN sequencing are discounted by 50%.
• New SKINR components based on basic geometric shapes are being added.
• The Brand Manager Expert System costs 50 PLEX and provides seven days of access to nine listed SKIN-sequencing skills.

Original announcement (2026-09-26)

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