The video provides an overview of several anticipated ship releases for Star Citizen in 2024, including the Anvil Legionnaire, RSI Apollo, RSI Zeus MK2, and the Polaris, detailing their intended functions and current development status. It also discusses gameplay mechanics such as hacking, medical operations, and the potential for modular design in capital ships, along with speculation on release schedules and player roles.
The video discusses various ships and vehicles expected to release in Star Citizen in 2024, based on information from the developers at Cloud Imperium Games (CIG). The conversation begins with a look back at a roundtable discussion from the previous year’s Invictus event, which is a military ship event in the game. During this discussion, several ships were mentioned, including the Polaris, Apollo, and G12, as well as some redacted or unnamed projects. The video presenter suggests that they will delve into past Star Citizen updates and community discussions to gather more details about these upcoming releases.
The Anvil Legionnaire is highlighted as a notable upcoming ship, designed for boarding actions and featuring hacking capabilities to override docking permissions. This ship is intended for both lawful and unlawful gameplay, such as bounty hunting or piracy. The video also touches on the development of the hacking mechanic, which will have gameplay for both sides, allowing players to hack into environmental setups or counter hacking attempts by AI or other players.
The RSI Apollo, a medical ship, is discussed, with its sleek design and functionality as a space clinic. It’s equipped with a robust radar package, medical facilities comparable to the Carrick, and a cargo hold that can accommodate a vehicle like the Nova tank. Despite its progress in white box development, the presenter is uncertain if the Apollo will be released in 2024, as there has been little recent information from CIG about the ship’s status.
The RSI Zeus MK2 is another ship expected to release in 2024, with three variants catering to different gameplay styles: the ES for exploration, the Mark for bounty hunting, and the CL for cargo hauling. The video includes a segment from CIG developers discussing the Zeus MK2’s design, features, and the intention to have the ship ready for players within a year’s time. The presenter speculates on the potential release dates for the Zeus MK2 variants.
Finally, the video covers the highly anticipated Polaris, a capital ship with significant firepower and a variety of roles, including tactical operations and humanitarian aid. The presenter discusses the ship’s development history, its increased size to accommodate interior changes, and the reworking of its layout to fit modern gameplay standards. The video ends with speculation on the release schedule for the Polaris and other ships, as well as the potential for modularity in ships like the Retaliator. The presenter expresses hope for capital ships to offer unique gameplay experiences and the possibility of players taking on various roles within a ship’s crew.