Entropia Universe

A science fiction MMO with a real-cash economy, where in-game currency is pegged to the US dollar and items can be traded for real value.

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Overview

Entropia Universe is a science fiction MMO set on several planets colonized by humans, the best known being Calypso. It first launched in 2003 as Project Entropia and is run by the Swedish company MindArk.

Its defining feature is a real-cash economy. The in-game currency, PED, is fixed to the US dollar, and players can deposit money and, under set conditions, withdraw it. Hunting, mining and crafting all consume items that cost money to use, while loot and resources have real trade value. A large player-to-player market sets prices for gear and materials.

There are no classes; characters improve many skills through use. Players can own land, shops and apartments, and some planets are run by partner companies. The game is free to download and play, but meaningful progress usually requires spending money, so it is best suited to players who understand the risks of a cash economy.

Developer: MindArk
Publisher: MindArk
Release date: January 30, 2003
Status: Released
Business model: Free-to-play, Microtransactions
Platforms: Windows
Official website: entropiauniverse.com
Also known as: Project Entropia