HTFU - An EVE Online Podcast Eshtir, Neovenat0r

Senior Development Director at CCP Games - CCP Vertex - joins Eshtir and Neovenat0r to talk about his early EVE days, his journey within the EVE volunteer program into transitioning to his dream job as a game developer and why EVE Online is forever.

Join us in the latest episode of HTFU Podcast as we delve into the early days of CCP and EVE Online with none other than Valerie "Pann" Massey! This episode is a treasure trove of insights into the formative years of one of the most iconic gaming communities.



🚀 Episode Highlights:


The Birth of CCP and EVE Online: Travel back in time with Pann as she shares stories from the early days of CCP and EVE Online. Discover the challenges and triumphs that shaped the foundation of this groundbreaking gaming universe.


Community Management Wisdom: Pann, a seasoned community manager, provides valuable insights into the intricacies of community management. Learn about the strategies employed to foster a vibrant and engaged player community within the EVE Online ecosystem.


Crisis Management in the Gaming Industry: Gain a unique perspective on how Pann and the team navigated through crises during EVE Online's evolution. Hear firsthand accounts of challenges faced and lessons learned, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the resilience required in the gaming industry.


Nostalgic Anecdotes: Get ready for a trip down memory lane as Pann shares delightful and entertaining stories from the past. From in-game escapades to unexpected player interactions, these anecdotes offer a glimpse into the dynamic and ever-evolving world of EVE Online.



👥 About Valerie "Pann" Massey:
Valerie "Pann" Massey is a veteran in the gaming industry, having played a pivotal role in the early development and community management of EVE Online. She has also been a part of Ncsoft, Kabam, Leap Motion, Artcraft and Consortium9.

EVE Partener and Content Creator Erst joined Eshtir and Neovenat0r on a colorless and english spoken Podcast session. Erst is an EVE Online player of the first hour and regulary streams EVE Online on Twitch with his friends and partners of the Common Nonsense Stream Team.




https://www.twitch.tv/erst
https://www.youtube.com/@ErstPlays



OUTRO: Permaband - Warp to the Dance Floor

In der zweiten Folge des HTFU-Podcasts versuchen sich Nevovenat0r und Eshtir daran die Anfänge von CCP und EVE Online zu beleuchten. Es dauert allerdings nicht allzu lange bis die beiden das Thema links liegen lassen.

In der Einstiegsfolge des HTFU - Podcasts lassen Neovenator und Eshtir das Fanfest 2023 noch einmal im Kurzlauf vorbeiziehen.



Allerdings kommen die Beiden auch manchmal vom Thema ab...



Outro: Permaband - Wrecking Machine MIX(Female Vocals)