EVE Online, a game known for its intricate systems and steep learning curve, is currently being played by a cow on Twitch. The experimental stream, set up by Fenris Creations, features a cow named FC CapitalCowPilot interacting with a custom-built enclosure. Buttons are spread around the area, and the cow steps on them as she moves, triggering actions within the game.
The stream has captured the attention of viewers, many of whom, like the article's author, admit to having little understanding of what is happening on screen. At times, FC CapitalCowPilot will remain stationary for extended periods, leading to inactivity in the game. The stream's operators have even resorted to waking the cow to ensure there is gameplay to observe. Speculation from viewers suggests the cow might be engaged in mining activities, a common task in EVE Online.
Despite the ambiguity surrounding the cow's in-game performance, the stream has garnered a dedicated audience. Fenris Creations provides commentary, sharing facts about cows with the chat, which has been interpreted as an effort to raise awareness about bovines while their representative plays the game. The ultimate success of FC CapitalCowPilot's EVE Online session remains to be seen, with the outcome described as potentially either spectacular or, in less fortunate cases, disastrous.