The latest Star Citizen update focuses on the “Fight for Pyro Phase 2,” introducing new missions and the upcoming Alpha 4.0.2 patch, which may include the Super Hornet Mark 2, also known as the Heartseeker variant. Developers are addressing numerous performance and stability issues from Alpha 4.0.1 through hotfixes, while also promoting February subscriber rewards and encouraging community engagement.
In the latest update regarding Star Citizen, the focus is on the ongoing “Fight for Pyro Phase 2” and the recent Alpha 4.0.1 hotfixes. The new phase introduces a variety of missions for players, including infiltrating or retaking bases, destroying ships, and defending servers. Players are required to complete six missions from both Phase 1 and Phase 2 to qualify for rewards such as the Ripper S MG and ship skins. The developers plan to release a new phase each week, and players must choose a faction when taking the introductory mission, which locks them into that faction for the duration of the event.
Alpha 4.0.1 has faced numerous issues since its launch, prompting the developers to implement a series of hotfixes aimed at improving stability and performance. The latest hotfix has addressed several crashes and deadlocks affecting both client and server gameplay. Players have been advised to switch to DirectX 11 due to ongoing issues with Vulkan and NVIDIA drivers. The developers are actively monitoring the situation and have introduced logging to help identify and rectify issues such as stuck elevators and transit problems.
In addition to fixes for crashes and performance, the developers are working on resolving bugs related to loadout customizations not being saved, entity management, and weapon gimbal functionality. Players have reported improvements in performance when accessing their hangars and using elevators, although they are still encouraged to wait a few seconds before entering and exiting. The team is also addressing issues related to mission markers and hostile NPCs in different jurisdictions, indicating a concerted effort to enhance the overall gameplay experience.
Looking ahead, Alpha 4.0.2 is set to be released soon, potentially aligning with the Valentine’s Day mini-event. This patch may introduce the Super Hornet Mark 2, also known as the Heartseeker variant, alongside various updates aimed at improving playability and stability. The developers are keen on rolling out this significant update quickly, with expectations that it will enhance the overall performance of the game and address the remaining issues from Alpha 4.0.1.
Finally, the video also highlights the February subscriber promotions from RSI, featuring the Z Mark I ship and exclusive items like the red heart plushy cushion set and the Heartseeker bed. Subscribers can purchase ships with extended insurance, and while the items are exclusive for a limited time, they will eventually be added to the game’s loot pool. The video concludes with a reminder for viewers to engage with the content, participate in the subscriber giveaways, and stay tuned for upcoming updates and events in Star Citizen.