The video provides an overview of the recent radar sensitivity updates in Star Citizen, comparing the current patch 3.24.2 to the previous patch 3.23, and highlights the introduction of size three radars along with a new ground sensitivity value of 25%. It includes a detailed ship list categorized by radar sizes, discusses inconsistencies in radar performance across different ships, and emphasizes the need for further testing to validate the radar data.
In the video discussing the most recent radar sensitivity updates in Star Citizen, the creator compares data from the previous patch (3.23) to the current patch (3.24.2) using the Star Citizen Performance Viewer (SP Viewer). The SP Viewer is highlighted for its accuracy and up-to-date information. The video introduces a new feature on the website that allows users to check the detection sensitivity of various ship radars, specifically noting a new ground sensitivity value of 25%. The creator expresses a desire to test this data further and make a separate video on it.
The video outlines the radar sensitivity changes across different radar sizes, noting that there have been no changes to sizes zero, one, and two from previous patches. Size zero radars, primarily used for ground vehicles, have IR and EM detection sensitivities at 75%, with a cross-section sensitivity of 50%. Size one radars maintain an IR and EM sensitivity of 80%, while size two radars exhibit a higher sensitivity of 90% across all metrics. A significant addition in this patch is the introduction of size three radars, which are associated with the new Zeus ES ship.
A detailed list of ships equipped with various radar sizes is provided. Size zero radars are found on ground vehicles like the Cyclones and Ursa, as well as some small ships, which raises questions about the military classification of certain vehicles like the Spartan Centurion and Ballista. For size one radars, a more extensive list includes various ships across different classes, such as the Aurora series, M50, and Hornet variants. The creator notes that certain heavy fighters, like the Eclipse and F8C Lightning, could arguably benefit from a size two radar instead.
The video continues with size two radar-equipped ships, including the Zeus CL, Constellation variants, and several larger ships like the Hammerhead and Vanguard series. The creator mentions the peculiar case of the Argo MO and Rock DS, both classified with size two radars but exhibiting 100% sensitivity, which contradicts the expected performance. The video raises questions about the consistency of radar sensitivity data across similar ship types, particularly those used for mining.
Finally, the creator conducts a practical test using the Zeus ES to evaluate the radar performance against another ship. The results reveal discrepancies in the expected sensitivity, suggesting that the radar data on the SP Viewer may not be entirely accurate for the Argo MO. The creator concludes that while the radar sensitivity data appears consistent for the various sizes, further testing is needed to clarify the performance of specific ships, particularly those that seem to have incorrect radar classifications. The overall takeaway is a detailed overview of radar sensitivities, ship classifications, and the need for ongoing testing and validation of the data.