Tens of thousands of people around the world play EVE Online, a game in which players craft stories of heroism, treachery and geopolitical turmoil - and suffer real-life economic consequences. James said he’s spent thousands of hours and roughly £6,000 playing EVE Online, after an explosive conflict broke out in the game in June 2025. Tap the link in @BBCNews’s bio to read more on their battles. #EVEOnline #BBCNews