SaltEMike reacts to Star Citizen’s “In Case You Missed It” sale, expressing disappointment with the lack of Lifetime Insurance (LTI) and the constant focus on ship sales. He criticizes the rushed development of the game and the impact it has on gameplay experience and progression.
SaltEMike reacts to Star Citizen’s “In Case You Missed It” sale, which offers a chance for players to purchase vehicles that were released in 2023. However, he points out that none of these ships come with Lifetime Insurance (LTI), making it a less appealing sale compared to waiting for other events where longer insurance is typically offered. He notes that this sale seems to be focused on the ship-buying community and those who participate in Cross-Chassis Upgrades (CCUs). The sale offers War Bondable upgrades for every vehicle, making it a good opportunity for those who want to upgrade from an LTI token and get ships at a cheaper price.
SaltEMike also discusses the re-release of the F8C ship, mentioning that it no longer surprises him as Star Citizen has opened the floodgates by selling ships repeatedly. He questions why certain ships, like the Vanduul Scythe, which has significantly increased in value over time, are not also made available again. He also comments on the frequency of ship sales, with a ship sale event scheduled for every month, and expresses his frustration with the constant focus on ship sales rather than delivering a solid gameplay experience.
He further criticizes the rushed development of the game, citing instances where patches were released with known issues or when developers were not given enough time to complete their work. SaltEMike emphasizes the importance of delivering a quality product to make money, using other successful Early Access games as examples. He expresses disappointment with the ship sales, as they undermine the sense of achievement and progression that he values in video games, preferring to earn items through gameplay rather than purchasing them.
In conclusion, SaltEMike sees the “In Case You Missed It” sale as primarily catering to the CCU and ship-buying community, but he criticizes the lack of LTI and suggests waiting for other events with longer insurance options. He expresses frustration with the constant focus on ship sales and the impact it has on rushed development and patch releases. He also laments the loss of a sense of achievement in the game due to ship purchases rather than earning them through gameplay.