The video discusses the updates in Star Citizen’s PTU version 3.24.3, highlighting new ship introductions, core tech improvements, and various bug fixes, including issues with the Freelancer and A90 Jump. It also showcases the Anvil Terrapin’s new radar animation and interior features, while addressing ongoing frustrations with certain ship functionalities.
On November 7th, 2024, the video discusses the latest updates in the Star Citizen PTU version 3.24.3, following the release of version 3.24.18. The host speculates that new ships, including the Polaris and Star Lancer Max, may be introduced in the PTU soon, likely ahead of the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo (IAE) scheduled for the following week. The host estimates that version 3.24.3 could go live by the following Wednesday, allowing a brief testing period for the new ships before the IAE.
The video highlights several core tech updates that have been implemented, including improvements in weapon particle GPU performance, enhancements in entity spawner reliability, and the addition of an empty graph to the display frame graph. The host explains how to access the frame graph to monitor performance metrics, emphasizing that lower numbers indicate better frame rates. Additionally, the video covers adjustments to the Freelancer’s annunciator panel, which has been resized and repositioned for better visibility.
Several bug fixes are also discussed, such as the resolution of issues with the Freelancer and Starfarer annunciator panels, which were previously oversized and poorly positioned. The host tests the functionality of various ships, including the CUS Blue, and confirms that it now spawns with fuel tanks. The video also mentions ongoing issues with the A90 Jump’s hanger platform, which remains duplicated and upside down, indicating that this particular bug has not yet been resolved.
The functionality of the Tomo Cyclone’s missile racks is tested, revealing that they still do not work, which remains a point of frustration for players. The video transitions to a review of the Anvil Terrapin, showcasing its interior features, including a newly added bathroom button that allows players to lock and unlock the bathroom. The host expresses hope that the medical Terrapin will include a medical bed for player logout convenience.
Finally, the video concludes with a demonstration of the Terrapin’s radar animation, which successfully extends and retracts when the ship’s radar is activated or deactivated. The host notes the importance of radar functionality in countering stealth ships, although they encounter issues with the MFDs not displaying scan results. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates, new features, and ongoing issues within the Star Citizen universe.