In the video discussing the Star Citizen 3.24 PTU patch, the presenter addresses viewer requests to test distortion weapons, particularly in relation to their use in the Blockade Runner event. However, during the testing, it becomes evident that the patch has also introduced significant rebalancing changes to laser weapons. The presenter begins by detailing the adjustments made to various laser cannons, highlighting reductions in alpha damage and burst DPS across multiple sizes of the Omnis Sky Laser Cannon and M3A Laser Cannon. The majority of these weapons experienced approximately a 10% nerf, indicating a substantial decrease in their effectiveness.
The presenter then shifts focus to the Light Strike Laser Cannon, which received minor buffs in alpha damage across all sizes, albeit by only one to three hit points. Following this, the video covers changes to other types of laser cannons, mentioning that the Coral and NN Laser Cannons mirror the adjustments made to the Omnis Sky. The FL Laser Cannons also reflect similar changes as the Light Strike, further emphasizing the trend of rebalancing within the laser cannon category.
Next, the video transitions to laser repeaters, where most types saw buffs in alpha damage and burst DPS. The presenter notes that while the basic stock laser repeater saw a slight increase, the Yingu repeater, which is unique to the San’tok.yāi ship, experienced a surprising nerf. This change has raised concerns among players, especially given the Yingu repeater’s recent introduction and the expectation that it would be further developed rather than diminished in power.
The video also touches on the performance of the San’tok.yāi ship itself, revealing ongoing issues with landing mechanics that were not resolved in the patch. The presenter describes difficulties in landing the ship smoothly, indicating that players need to approach landing with extreme caution. Additionally, there are concerns about the inability to jump to target locations during bounty hunting missions, which could significantly impact gameplay and mission efficiency.
In conclusion, while the video provides a comprehensive overview of the changes to laser weapons in the 3.24 patch, it also highlights the lack of adjustments to ballistic and distortion weapons. The presenter expresses disappointment over the nerfs to certain weapons, particularly the Yingu repeater and dominance laser scatter gun, suggesting that the changes may detract from the overall enjoyment of the game. The video ends with a promise to conduct further testing on distortion weapons in future content, addressing viewer interest in that area.
