Getting started in one of the most challenging games on the market means taking extra care in creating your character. EVE Online only has four races, but with bloodline and ancestry options, skills and stats can vary wildly depending on your choices.

Don't waste precious game time, start out on the right foot by picking the options that are best suited for you with the help of our Guide to the Races. We show you what skills are available and give valuable advice on the playability of each race to help ensure you enjoy your time in game!

Unlike many games where racial choice is just a matter of graphics, EVE Online makes racial options count. It goes beyond just picking a race though and each decision you make in the character creation process has a impact on your attributes and starting skills. These stats will eventually become less important as you mold your skills in game, but starting out on the right foot is very important for the early survivability of your character and the fun you have as a player.