The Fountain War: Gaming's largest-scale conflict and its dramatic history

The Fountain War - A History of Gaming's Biggest War · 23:23 · Video: Scott Manley · Watch at the source

In short: Explore the scale and complexity of the Fountain War, a massive conflict within Eve Online that stands as the largest war in gaming history, defined by espionage and bribery.

This video examines the monumental struggle between the two largest alliances in Eve Online and their various allies. The conflict lasted for months and was shaped by high-stakes diplomacy, the work of spies, and direct bribery. The scale of this event is unprecedented in any other game, offering a narrative so compelling it has inspired proposals for a dramatized version of the history by an established author.

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