This Free Fly also includes the ability to take part in two exciting Dynamic Events. Jumptown 2.0 recreates the renowned fan-favorite event where players join law enforcement or criminal factions in large-scale battles over lucrative drug labs across the Stanton System. The Ninetails Lockdown event finds the criminal Ninetails gang locking down a space station under the control of Crusader Security. Players can choose to side with the Ninetails gang or ally themselves with the security forces as they battle to end or continue the lockdown.

During the Free Fly event, players can enjoy testing the following ships for free:

• RSI Aurora MR
• Origin 100i
• Consolidated Outland Nomad
• Drake Cutlass Black
• MISC Prospector

Pilots looking to grow their fleet or acquire a Starter Pack can also take advantage of limited time discounts. Additional information about discounts can be viewed on the Star Citizen website here. The event includes the release of updated Referral Bonus rewards, granting both referring and referred players a free Lodestone armor and sniper rifle set from Quirinus Tech and Gemini.

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The final four most popular ships for this year’s Star Citizen Ship Showdown event include:

• C2 Hercules
  • Utilizing the patented Hercules military-grade spaceframe and expanding cargo capacity, while sacrificing barely any firepower, the C2 has taken the private sector by storm. It has become the industry standard for racing teams, ship dealers and manufacturers, construction orgs, mining corporations, and even large-scale touring entertainment outfits.
• MPUV Cargo
  • The ARGO Astronautics MPUV-1C (commonly ‘Argo Cargo’) is a dedicated merchant transfer ship, a ubiquitous intergalactic stevedore. Vast numbers of Argo Cargos are responsible for loading and unloading goods onto massive long-haul transports and miners that cannot otherwise land on planets or drydocks.
• 600i Explorer
  • This multi-role luxury vessel from Origin Jumpworks features an exquisitely detailed hull design that balances performance and versatility in a sleek and timeless form.
• Mercury Star Runner
  • The Mercury checks all the boxes expected of a dependable courier vessel, and then some. If you need it there fast and unscathed, you can’t do better than the Mercury.

All The Dates

The Star Citizen Free Fly event is scheduled to begin today on Monday, Sept. 20 at approximately 10:00am (Pacific Standard Time) and will run through Monday, Sept. 27. Star Citizen players can cast their votes on the Ship Showdown event page before Wednesday, Sept. 22, with the final winning vessel to be announced on Thursday, Sept. 23.

In addition, all the top 16 most popular ships featured in this year’s Ship Showdown event will be available to pledge through the end of the bracket on Thursday, Sept. 23. The final four winning ships will also continue to be available to pledge through the end of the Free Fly event, ending on Monday, Sept. 27.

Starter Packs And More

After enjoying their time touring the stars during the Free Fly event and logging flight hours in the most popular ships from the most renown manufacturers in the ‘verse, players can look forward to discounts on Ship Showdown finalists as well as starter packs for the RSI Aurora and Consolidated Outlands Mustang Alpha. Make sure to visit www.robertsspaceindustries.com for full details on sales and helpful resources for new pilots embarking on their first adventure in the expansive universe of Star Citizen.

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The Star Citizen Free Fly event is scheduled to begin on February 15 at approximately 10:00am (Pacific Standard Time) and will run through February 25. Star Citizen discounted Starter Pack sales are also scheduled to begin on February 15 and will run through February 26.

Pilots can look forward to free test flights for the following vehicles:

• Consolidated Outlands Mustang Alpha
• RSI Aurora MR
• MISC Prospector
• MISC Freelancer
• Anvil Arrow
• Drake Dragonfly

New players can also take advantage of a 10% discount across a large number of Starter Packs on the Pledge Store during the Free Fly event.

To take full advantage of today’s Star Citizen Free Fly Event, veteran pilots planning to crew up with friends are encouraged to share their referral code for a bonus 5,000 UEC. New pilots ready to begin their journey in Star Citizen with this week’s 10% discounts on Starter Packs should visit the Welcome Hub for helpful resources.

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The What

CIG is calling on all pilots to join the fight against the terrorist organization known as “XenoThreat” in the game’s first-ever, server-wide Dynamic Event. Unmatched in size, scope, and scale for any prior event in Star Citizen to-date, the “Assault on Stanton” Dynamic Event features multiple phases scheduled to play out over multiple days as pilots band together and rally to the defense of the Stanton System.

This will be the first time Star Citizen pilots will have the chance to join forces with the UEE Navy and lead assaults against enemy capital ships. Expect large-scale encounters featuring AI controlled fleets including capital ships.

Wait, Who’s CIG?

Cloud Imperium Games (CIG), developers of Star Citizen, are a new kind of independent studio dedicated to delivering AAA games outside the established publisher system. CIG was founded in 2012 by renowned visionary game developer Chris Roberts and continues to shift the paradigm of the game development process offering their community an unprecedented level of visibility and interaction with product development.

When Does It Start?

It has already began. Star Citizen Dynamic Event Start Times: Following the recent “XenoThreat” warning to all Star Citizen pilots, the Assault on Stanton Dynamic Event is already underway, which took off last Friday, February 5.

How To Get Involved

To join the Assault on Stanton Dynamic Event, Star Citizen pilots should log in and check for an alert from the Civilian Defense Force (CDF). A CDF liaison will automatically provide further instructions within the game.

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Assault on Stanton Overview

The update introduces refinery gameplay, new ships, updated planetary environments, new space cloud tech, a multi-purpose handheld tractor beam tool, AI and combat optimizations, and a wide array of other additions and improvements based upon player feedback.

New Dynamic Events

Additionally, the release of the Star Citizen – Alpha 3.12: Assault on Stanton update enables the highly anticipated server-wide Dynamic Events to take place in the ‘verse. Launched and managed in-game by the Star Citizen gameplay team, each server-wide mission event can vary in subject matter, challenge, and duration. Information on the first such Dynamic Event will be made available in the near future.

Every New Feature

In addition to the exciting new dynamic event technology, Star Citizen pilots can also look forward to new content and further system improvements with the Star Citizen – Alpha 3.12: Assault on Stanton update, including the following highlights:

• Refinery Gameplay: Miners and Traders can look forward to a new gameplay loop, extending career paths while further rounding out both professions. Players may now visit refinery decks at select space stations in Stanton and refine raw materials into more valuable and high-quality materials.
• Improved AI and Capital Ship Security Response: Lawbreaking players that have ‘achieved’ the required CrimeStat will now have the UEE Navy to answer to, and it’s bringing the big guns. NPC weapon use and turret targeting have also been improved, making combat more realistic and engaging. Players are also receiving a combat boost thanks to torpedo and countermeasure reworks, making them more deadly and effective, respectively.
• Gas Clouds in Space: The first iterations of Star Citizen’s Gas Cloud Tech can be experienced in voluminous clouds, typically found near rest stops at Lagrange points throughout the ‘verse. These beautiful points-of-interest are a particularly effective hiding spot for ships of any size.
• New Ships: Esperia Talon and the Shrike Variant: The Talon is the perfect example of Tevarin spaceship-building. Designed to emphasize speed and maneuverability, the Talon excels at striking first and striking hard.
• Tractor Beam for Multi-Tool: The new Tractor Beam attachment allows players to move objects, such as cargo. In zero gravity environments, the tractor beam also effectively works as a grappling hook to collect cargo, offering new and fun gameplay opportunities!
• Planetary Improvements: The frozen vistas of microTech, Hurston’s endless plains, and the rocky environs of Daymar now benefit from higher-quality environments, increased topological variety, and new flora ready to be discovered.
• Drake Dragonfly Referral Rewards: For a limited time starting with the release of Alpha 3.12, all backers will receive a free Drake Dragonfly Black loaner ship until Jan. 11, 2021. Furthermore, all players who refer new players into Star Citizen will keep their Dragonfly Black permanently with lifetime insurance included. The players referred into the game will also get to keep their Dragonfly Black with lifetime insurance!
• Tobii Eye Tracking Support: Take flying and dogfighting in Star Citizen to the next level with the advanced precision and speed of Tobii eye tracking hardware. In order to take advantage of eye tracking support in Star Citizen, players must have the appropriate Tobii hardware, such as the Tobii Eye Tracker 5. For a limited time, Star Citizen players will benefit from a 10% saving from the regular price of the Tobii Eye Tracker 5.

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What

Join the Star Citizen community for the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo (IAE) 2950. Highlights for this year’s event, include:

• Download and play Star Citizen for free during IAE 2950. New pilots may sign up and start flying here.
• See and fly over 100 ships in Star Citizen for free! This is the first time IAE officials have made this many flyable ships eligible for the Test Fly program.
• The highly anticipated Crusader Mercury Star Runner will be flyable for the first time ever.
• A special surprise reveal for attendees from innovative manufacturer Consolidated Outlands.
• “Best in Show” ship awards begin on Nov. 29 and run through Dec. 2 in the New Babbage Expo Hall.
• Explore the New Babbage Expo Hall for the first time, with manufacturers of vehicles, weapons, and armor showcasing their latest ships, concept designs, and gear every day.
• View daily coverage and updates from Jax McCleary, the award-winning journalist and host of the wildly popular Galactic Gears spectrum show. Jax will bring viewers the latest directly from the New Babbage Expo Hall, with hot takes on the latest ship models on show.

When

The Intergalactic Aerospace Expo runs from Friday, November 20 through Wednesday, December 2. The gates to the New Babbage Expo Hall will open for backers at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Standard Time) on November 20, with Free Fly activities commencing later in the afternoon at 2:00 p.m. (Pacific Standard Time).

Where

Located for the first time in the stunning New Babbage Expo Hall built specifically for IAE 2950, ship manufacturers from across the ‘verse will showcase their latest vessels and concept designs. Attendees will be treated with fresh activities and new ships on show each day.

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The Star Citizen — Alpha 3.11: High Impact update is now live and available for all pilots, unveiling three new Origin 100 series starter ships. Designed for pilots looking to turn heads without sacrificing functionality or reliability, the 100 Series are among the most fuel-efficient ships in class with elegant onboard living accommodations. The 100 Series will also be the first new ships to feature a more physicalized dashboard, where every button and switch in the cockpit’s interior can be interacted with by the pilot. Whether you’re looking for the ultimate personal touring vessel, a short-range delivery solution, or an elegant peacemaker, there’s a 100 Series ship to fit your personal adventure.

Watch the Star Citizen — Alpha 3.11: High Impact trailer above

In a major move to bring Star Citizen further in line with CIG’s vision for a realistic and immersive experience, pilots can expect a new element of danger with the removal of Armistice Zones around a selection of existing locations. Expect more combat near space stations, as pilots may now be attacked by other players when entering or leaving a variety of space stations. Security forces and turret systems have been added to maintain law and order in these heavily trafficked hubs as a result.

In addition to Armistice Zone changes and the new 100 Series of ships, Alpha 3.11: High Impact also introduces new force reactions and high-powered weapons, as well as improvements to planetary art, expanded prison gameplay, and a new inventory UI. For full details on the vast array of new ships, weapons, features, and gameplay improvements included in the Star Citizen — Alpha 3.11: High Impact update, please head here.

Today’s Star Citizen — Alpha 3.11: High Impact update is just the beginning of the Star Citizen birthday celebrations. In addition to a special celebratory video message direct from the CIG team this Saturday, pilots can look forward to a schedule filled with special activities like community contests, giveaways, and an exclusive pack of digital items, including an under suit and helmet, an iridescent pistol, and a celebratory Birthday Pico Plushie! For a full schedule of planned activities, head here.

In addition, CIG is excited to share a Squadron 42 teaser, showcasing a brief fly through of the Aciedo Space Station. Set in the Odin system, the Aciedo Space Station is one of the first major locations players will visit during Squadron 42’s story-driven campaign. Be sure to join Chris Roberts, VP of Development Brian Chambers, and Creative Director Nick Elms as they deliver a video update on Squadron 42. And you’ll watch Brian, Nick, and the designers flythrough Acideo Station and deep dive into the creative and development process for the game. The video airs this Saturday, October 10 at 9am PDT on the official Star Citizen YouTube channel.

As Star Citizen turns to the future, CIG also encourages players to cast their vote in the upcoming in-game Imperator Election to determine the next leader of the United Empire of Earth and shape the political future of the verse. The once-in-a-decade Election gives users direct influence over their in-game experience. As players cast their vote, they will be granted a badge of that candidate to show their support beyond the space-polls. Find out more about the five candidates running for office while travelling via trams and elevators – and remember to cast your votes between October 10 and October 24.

The Star Citizen celebrations continue with a special “Day of the Vara” Halloween-themed event. Starting on October 8 and running through October 31, Star Citizen is getting into the spirit of the season with Halloween fun, both in and out of the game. For the first time ever, players can earn spooky Halloween themed helmets in-game, as well as celebrate with a limited “Day of the Vara” Cutlass paintjob, carve a pumpkin for sweet prizes, and dress up in the annual Cosplay competition.

Star Citizen combines classic space sim gameplay with boundary-pushing visuals in a massively multiplayer setting with unprecedented fidelity. Live how you want to live: shift paths from cargo hauler to outlaw, explorer, or any other role, whenever you want. Explore multiple planets and moons, including vast cities and underground caverns, all created with a unique combination of procedural planet technology and complementary hand-crafted design.

For further information, including how to download and play Star Citizen, visit the official website. Enlist today and join this ever-expanding universe by visiting the game’s Welcome Hub and Guide System for tips on how to play. Millions of players from around the world have already joined to help CIG build the most ambitious game ever made. For continued updates, keep up with Star Citizen on Facebook, Instagram, Twitch, Twitter and YouTube.

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With today’s launch of the Star Citizen — Alpha 3.9: Locked Up & Loaded update, players can look forward to more expanded experiences and deeper immersion based on community input and feedback. Highlights include the introduction of the Klescher Prison system, new criminal and bounty missions, a brand-new landing zone, the Esperia Prowler ship, all-new unified friends list, streamlined weapon attachment UI, and quality of life improvements.

Unifed Friends List

Group play is getting a major upgrade. Moving forward, contacts and friends from Star Citizen Spectrum (CIG’s proprietary out-of-game communications platform) will be unified with in-game contacts. Connecting with fellow pilots and forming parties from either platform has never been easier!

Klescher Automated Prison

Actions have consequences. Players incapacitated by security forces or bounty hunters will now find themselves serving hard time in prison. Pay off your debt to society by doing manual labor, or make plans for a daring escape.

New Babbage Landing Zone

This brand-new landing zone and trading hub is now open for business! Located on microTech and home to the company’s flagship store, New Babbage features an extensive transit system with lines connecting all major hubs. Open spaces are enclosed by protective domes, shielding citizens from the planet’s freezing climate while offering spectacular views of frozen lakes and azure skies.

New Mission – The Price of Freedom

In an all-new mission, some unlucky outlaws have been captured and are catching a ride on a prison transport. Players have been hired to board the ship, fight their way past security, wake these unfortunate individuals from cryosleep, and if possible, eliminate the turncoat who got them captured in the first place.

New Ship – Esperia Prowler

The Prowler is a near-perfect recreation of the infamous dropship that battled UEE forces throughout the Tevarin Wars. Elegant, advanced, and effective, it embodies the unique Tevarin approach to warfare and organic vehicle design. The Prowler is the first Tevarin-derived ship ever offered on the Human market. Find out more about the Esperia Prowler here.

New Player Status System

Player immersion reaches new levels, as blizzards and snowstorms are now more than just a visual effect. “Weather locomotion” now provides wind force resistance to player characters and ships in the atmosphere. In addition to monitoring temperature, the new player status system also measures hunger and thirst. Eat and hydrate to stave off starvation and thirst while taking advantage of specially designed suits to maintain an ideal body temperature in harsh environments.

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Following on its plan to deliver quarterly updates to Star Citizen, Roberts Space Industries and Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) today announced the release of Star Citizen® Alpha 3.1 to its eager fan base. Star Citizen is an epic first-person experience where players fly highly detailed space ships, battle on foot through massive environments, explore life-sized planets and moons, and discover boundless adventure in an ever-changing and expanding galaxy.

New features in the 3.1 update include the much-anticipated character customizer, allowing players to add a distinctive look to their in-game avatars by personalizing their physical appearance, as well as the Service Beacon feature, providing players the ability to send out distress calls which other players can detect and respond to.

Additionally the development team polished many of the exciting features that launched with the 3.0 patch in December. Updates to the planetary technology, IFCS (flight control), AI, the Personal Manager tool on each player’s mobiGlas, ship weapons, ship damage physics and overall performance optimization, all work in concert to improve the overall Star Citizen gameplay experience.

Five new ships and vehicles see their flyable/drivable debut in Alpha 3.1, including Aegis’ heavy salvage ship, the Reclaimer, the Anvil Terrapin-Class exploration vessel, MISC’s dedicated long-distance racer, the Razor, the Nox Kue, a flashy variant of Aopoa’s popular open canopy speedster, and the Tumbril Cyclone, a capable all-terrain ground vehicle.

“This is the first step in fulfilling the pledge we made to our community last December to target quarterly updates to Star Citizen,” said CEO and Creative Director Chris Roberts. “These are important updates and our fans should see some significant improvements to Star Citizen’s overall experience.

“Star Citizen is an ambitious game. We are working tirelessly to build a fully immersive experience where players will be able to have the adventures of a lifetime. One universe that can be a home for all gamers and one that will continue to grow and evolve. We are proud that so many gamers have joined with us to make Star Citizen the success that it is today.”

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This time around he decided to start a crowdfunding campaign for his new game, the Star Citizen, which has been record breaking successful.

By now, Star Citizen has received over $125 million USD, all donated by the fans. “Donate” is relative term here, as players are actually buying in-game ship packages at different prices. Better and bigger ships cost more, up to several hundred or even thousands of dollars. These are what we could call gifts in return for funding, exclusively for pre-released funders. This means that when the game goes officially live, there should be no more ships on sale for real money.

Star Citizen is still in Alpha, even though they have come a long way. The upcoming patch, 3.0 is expected to bring the much awaited additions to the system map, as well as some RPG and social mechanics such as trading. At the moment, you are able to play in one solar system with several space stations and a planet. These are the locations where you can land and play or fight in First-Person shooter. Yes, Star Citizen is both a space sim Action RPG and a First Person Shooter. FPS with zero-gravity environment. Actually, it has the potential to be even more if all things go as planned. Players will be able to own organizations and corporations and there will be a fully dynamic economy affected both by players and NPC factions.

“By now, Star Citizen has received over $125 million USD, all donated by the fans.”

The single-player part of  Star Citizen, the Squadron 42 campaign, should be released by the end of the year. Squadron 42 features a detailed plot-driven, action packed campaign set in the Star Citizen universe. This campaign also serves as an intro to the full-blown persistent-universe MMO.  Squadron 42 should be out by the end of the year.

Star Citizen promises to be a truly next-gen title, and in a small part it already is, but we will see how it progresses further.  The Alpha so far, has been little more than a very impressive demo. This is what the upcoming patch intends to change, and by judging by what we’ve seen so far, it will. SC Alpha 3.0 is expected to bring lots of depth to the existing gameplay, which will be heavily expanded.

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