The latest Shadow Patch Notes for Star Citizen’s patch 4.0.1 highlight significant updates, including improved Multi-Function Displays, fixed duping exploits, and the activation of handyman missions. Additionally, players can enjoy new gameplay elements such as unique Quantum travel music for Pyro, a new event with rival factions, and various ship updates, while also being encouraged to participate in a giveaway.
In the latest episode of Shadow Patch Notes, the host discusses the significant updates and hidden tweaks introduced in Star Citizen’s patch 4.0.1. One of the notable improvements is that Multi-Function Displays (MFDs) now save settings when switching between Master modes, which is crucial for players navigating the dangerous environment of Pyro. Additionally, most duping exploits involving FPS weapons and ship components have been fixed, ensuring players can no longer duplicate FPS guns. The patch also clarified that repairing a ship will revert to default weapons, while claiming a ship will restore the custom loadout.
The patch re-enabled hanger spawning, which players are excited about, and introduced unique Quantum travel music for Pyro. Blue cards are now spawning more consistently in contested zones, enhancing gameplay. Handyman missions, which involve repairing parts of planetary settlements, were finally activated after being missed in the previous live patch. Players are advised to bring repair supplies and salvage tools for these missions, which can be purchased or crafted in-game.
Turrets around space stations and asteroid bases have been significantly buffed to improve their effectiveness against griefers, while also reducing the number of turrets at asteroid bases. A new event, Safe Stance Part Two, is introduced, featuring three rival factions: Citizens for Prosperity, Frontier Fighters, and Head Hunters. Players will need to choose a faction and complete contracts to progress, with the Head Hunters offering the highest payouts. The event raises questions about how it will affect reputation systems in the game.
The patch also includes various ship updates, such as a significant buff to the thruster capabilities of the Marai Guardian and fixes for the Crusader Hercules ramps. A new aspect modifier feature allows ultrawide and multi-monitor users to customize HUD elements. The patch also reversed a previous change regarding shared mission payouts, restoring the previous system of splitting rewards among party members, which had been a controversial topic due to exploits involving large groups.
Lastly, several new items and features were added, including personal storage for various vehicles, stealth component adjustments, and the introduction of the Ripper laser SMG. The video also hints at an upcoming ship, the Mis Fortune, which may be a salvage ship based on recent teasers. The host engages viewers by encouraging comments on their favorite changes and activities in patch 4.0, while also promoting a giveaway for a pirate origin M50 game package.