In this episode of Star Citizen Week in Review, the host discusses the latest updates and patches released by the team, including new locations, missions, and ships. They express optimism about the future of the game but also highlight concerns about the partial state of features and lack of polish in recent updates.
In this Star Citizen Week in Review, the host discusses the latest updates and patches released by the team. The Pyro preview was a demo showcasing new locations and features like solar flares. While enjoyable, it felt like a temporary experience. Patch 3.21.1 introduced ship tractor beams and improved ship trespass mechanics to allow players to defend themselves when being pirated. The new mission, Data Heist, was intense and showcased the first instance of a mission item label. Additionally, new ships like the Argos SRV and Crusader C1 Spirit were added, and tractor beams were upgraded for better functionality.
The host expresses concerns about the partial state of features in the game and the lack of polish in recent updates. They question whether the focus is more on getting features playable rather than delivering a polished experience. The release view for patch 3.22 reveals upcoming features like structural salvage and improved cargo container functionality for storing ship weapons and components. The introduction of custom matches in Arena Commander is highlighted as a significant addition for racing teams and orts communities.
The monthly report mentions progress in ship art, such as the review of the A1 and C1 ships and work on the RSI Polaris and Reclaimer. The host is excited about the potential for larger salvage boxes and crafting materials. They also suggest a Star Citizen live Q&A with the development team to discuss their long-term plans. Gameplay updates include fixing imbalanced profits from salvage and bounty missions, testing the Siege mission, and addressing long-neglected mission givers. The Galactopedia update provides an overview of Pyro, its gangs, and potential factions players can align with.
Overall, the host is optimistic about the future of Star Citizen, with improvements to gameplay, new features, and a growing sense of immersion. They look forward to seeing more progress in delivering the content showcased at CitizenCon and express hope that the upcoming patch, 3.21.1, will be polished by the time of the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo in 11 days.