In a recent analysis, the speaker noted a significant 177% increase in Star Citizen’s funding for September 2023, driven by new item sales and events, suggesting the game is on track to reach $120 million for the year. Despite some community dissent regarding game changes, the funding numbers indicate strong financial support, likely from new players, highlighting a disconnect between vocal criticism and actual investment in the game’s future.
In a recent analysis of Star Citizen’s funding, the speaker highlighted an impressive increase in financial contributions for September 2023, reporting a 177% rise compared to the previous year. This surge is attributed to the sales of new items such as the Argo Mech, the Parag Green, and the Szen Con goodies pack, as well as the ongoing Ship Showdown event. The speaker expressed surprise and delight at the continued financial support for the game, indicating that it appears on track to reach $120 million in funding for the year.
The speaker noted an interesting trend among their circle of friends, who are long-time backers but are not contributing new money to the game. Instead, they are utilizing store credit and melting existing ships for new purchases, suggesting that the current funding may largely come from new players rather than returning backers. This raises questions about the demographics of new contributors, with speculation that younger players who entered the game in 2018 or 2019 may now have disposable income as they enter the workforce.
Despite some vocal dissent within the community regarding recent game changes, particularly surrounding the Argo Mech’s functionality, the funding numbers contradict the claims of widespread discontent. The speaker pointed out that while online forums like Reddit and Spectrum may reflect a segment of the community’s frustrations, they do not represent the broader player base. This discrepancy highlights the difference between vocal critics and the actual financial support the game is receiving.
The speaker reflected on the historical funding patterns of Star Citizen, noting that while there have been concerns about sustainability, the game has consistently exceeded expectations in terms of financial contributions. They mentioned that previous years saw significant spikes in funding during certain months, particularly during events and sales, and expressed anticipation for upcoming months like October and November, which are expected to draw in even more funding.
In conclusion, the speaker congratulated Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) for their success in engaging players and driving funding, despite ongoing delays in the game’s development. They emphasized that the apparent disconnect between online complaints and actual funding suggests a thriving community of players who are still willing to invest in the game’s future. The speaker plans to revisit the funding situation at the end of October to assess progress towards the projected $120 million goal.