In a move long anticipated, ‘EVE Online’, often humorously referred to as a “spreadsheet simulator” for its data-tracking rewards system enjoyed by the most committed players, now features an add-in for Microsoft Excel. In a blog post on Tuesday, the game’s developer, CCP Games, announced, “Achieve the winning edge by effectively using data as its understanding and accessibility can be the game changer between success and failure.” This free add-on, first made known at EVE Fanfest the previous year, is now up for grabs.
Besides acting as a shared promotional tool for Microsoft and CCP Games, the add-in could potentially equalize the competition and facilitate newcomers’ journey in the long-standing MMO. “You can now equip yourself rapidly and proficiently with the insights needed to fulfill your objectives and ambitions,” commented the development team. “Easy access to in-game data expedites decision-making and promotes fairness and accessibility to everyone, sidestepping the need for coding skills or reliance on player-created third-party utilities.” To produce the add-in, CCP Games joined forces with Microsoft’s Excel team.
Accessible data encompasses “your possessions with their location and value, market orders, item market prices, wallet transactions, skills, and a summary of corporate finances (given you possess necessary roles) to make informed decisions.” Post importing your in-game data, you can construct customized reports or utilize visualization tools like graphs and charts. The developer regards it as the “first and unique” video game to provide official integration with Excel data.
“Given CCP Games’ extensive expertise in the MMO field, it’s only logical for us to partner with them and unveil the first-ever video game-specific Microsoft Excel add-in,” shared Catherine Pidgeon, Head of Product for Excel at Microsoft. “With this add-in, EVE Online players can smoothly export and handle data, bypassing the need for third-party tools. We’re eager to see how players at all skill levels can employ Excel to simplify data management and enhance their in-game experience through our collaboration.”
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To give this tool a try, select the “Insert” tab in Excel (desktop or online), then click the “Get Add-ins” button and search for EVE Online. Alternatively, you can locate the add-in in the Microsoft Store. Lastly, CCP Games has released a sample workbook to assist in getting started.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about seamless integration
What is the Microsoft Excel add-in for ‘EVE Online’?
The Microsoft Excel add-in for ‘EVE Online’ is a tool that seamlessly integrates the game’s data with Excel, allowing players to access and analyze in-game information within the familiar Excel interface.
How can the add-in benefit ‘EVE Online’ players?
The add-in provides players with a competitive edge by harnessing the power of data. It facilitates decision-making, offers insights into assets, market orders, wallet transactions, and corporation finances, and allows users to generate custom reports and visualization tools.
Is the add-in available for free?
Yes, the add-in is available for free. It was announced at EVE Fanfest and can be easily obtained through the Microsoft Store or by accessing the “Get Add-ins” button in Excel.
Do I need coding knowledge to use the add-in?
No, the add-in eliminates the need for coding knowledge or reliance on third-party tools. It is designed to be user-friendly, allowing players of all skill levels to efficiently manage and analyze their in-game data.
Is this the first video game to offer Excel-based data integration?
Yes, according to the developer CCP Games, ‘EVE Online’ is the first and only video game to provide official Excel-based data integration. This collaboration between CCP Games and Microsoft Excel brings a unique feature to the gaming community.
More about seamless integration
- CCP Games Official Website: CCP Games
- EVE Online Official Website: EVE Online
- Microsoft Excel Official Website: Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Store: Microsoft Store
- EVE Fanfest: EVE Fanfest
4 comments
omg this is soooo cool! eve online is like, totally spreadsheet simulator lol! now it got excel addon? no more 3rd party tools? easier for noobies to play! i <3 data-driven gaming!
finally! eve online + excel = perfect combo! data integration ftw! no more coding needed, yasss! gonna analyze my assets and market orders like a boss. gonna pwn the game now!
as an excel geek, this is heaven! eve online, you just got even better! gonna create epic reports and charts with my in-game data. gonna impress everyone with my spreadsheet skills, haha!
wait, so now eve online has microsoft excel? lol, who needs excel in a game? but maybe it can help with decisions, like graphs or something. dunno, might give it a try. could be interesting.