The video reviews the Misfortune ship in Star Citizen, comparing it to the Drake Vulture, and highlights its limitations as a non-combat salvage ship, particularly its single salvage head and inefficient unloading process. The reviewer expresses skepticism about the Misfortune’s value, suggesting it may only appeal to niche players, and recommends waiting to purchase it in-game rather than at its current price.
In the video, the reviewer discusses the newly released Misfortune ship in Star Citizen, which is positioned as a non-combat, non-racing salvage ship. The Misfortune is compared to the Drake Vulture, another small solo salvage ship that fulfills a similar role. The reviewer expresses skepticism about the Misfortune’s ability to deliver a better experience than the Vulture, especially given that both ships are priced the same. The review provides an in-depth look at the Misfortune’s design, functionality, and overall performance in the salvage loop.
The exterior of the Misfortune resembles the Prospector, featuring large thrusters with VTOL capabilities for atmospheric operations. The ship includes a cargo grid, an RMC dispenser, and a single salvage head, which is a significant drawback compared to the Vulture’s two salvage heads. The interior layout is praised for its functionality, with a well-designed cockpit and easy access to engineering components. However, the placement of the power plant on the exterior poses a risk, as damage to it could incapacitate the ship entirely.
When comparing components, both ships have similar shields and radar systems, but the Misfortune has a size two power plant and cooler, which offers redundancy. The reviewer notes that while the Misfortune has slightly better fuel capacity, it suffers from a slower salvaging rate due to its single salvage head. The cockpit view is highlighted as a strong point for the Misfortune, providing excellent visibility when searching for salvage panels in space.
The review delves into the salvage process, where the Misfortune’s limitations become apparent. The ship’s use of inferior salvage modules makes the salvaging of larger panels tedious and slow compared to the Vulture. The unloading process is also cumbersome, requiring the player to manually transport boxes through the ship rather than using a more streamlined method available on the Vulture. This inefficiency in both salvaging and unloading processes contributes to the overall frustration of using the Misfortune.
In conclusion, the reviewer questions the value of the Misfortune, suggesting that it may only appeal to those specifically interested in solo salvage but who dislike the Vulture’s design. The recommendation is to wait until the Misfortune can be purchased in-game rather than at its current price, as it does not provide a compelling enough experience compared to the Vulture. The video wraps up by inviting viewers to share their opinions on the Misfortune and encourages likes and subscriptions for future content.