The video reviews the November 5th, 2024 update for Star Citizen PTU version 3.24.18, highlighting improvements to various ship models, including the Freelancer and Redeemer, as well as ongoing issues with the Carrack’s medical screen and other ships like the 400i and 600i. The presenter expresses frustration over numerous unresolved bugs despite claims in the patch notes, calling for better accountability in reporting fixes to improve the player experience.
On November 5th, 2024, a new update for the Star Citizen PTU, version 3.24.18, was released, prompting a review of the latest features and gameplay changes. The video begins with an update on the Freelancer ship models, specifically the annunciator scale, which has been improved for better visibility during combat. The inter-pilot seat now requires players to turn on the ship upon spawning, allowing for functional lights and clearer annunciators that indicate various ship statuses, such as landing gear and weapon readiness.
The video also discusses updates made to the Redeemer ship, which now features a new shield configuration with two size two shields in the front and back, allowing players to manually adjust shield strength. However, the presenter notes a lack of physicalized shield generators, which is a concern for the ship’s functionality. Additionally, slight adjustments were made to the flight tuning of several ships, including the Fury and Saber Firebird, although the presenter does not test these changes in detail.
Several bug fixes were highlighted, including issues with the Carrack medical screen, which still does not function properly for healing. The presenter tests the Carrack’s medbed and confirms that players cannot use it to heal themselves, necessitating alternative medical ships for effective healing. Other bug fixes addressed problems with cabin atmosphere and turret targeting, although the presenter finds that some issues remain unresolved, particularly with the turrets not firing at aggressors.
The video also touches on the 400i and 600i ships, noting persistent issues with elevator buttons and component bays. The presenter expresses frustration that many claimed fixes in the patch notes are not actually resolved, which detracts from the overall testing experience. The exploration variant of the 600i still suffers from rendering issues, while the touring variant performs better, indicating inconsistencies in the updates.
Finally, the presenter discusses the Agis Saber, which received a fix for pixelated reflections on its canopy, and confirms that the attrition system is functioning correctly. However, they express disappointment over the numerous bugs that remain despite being listed as fixed in the patch notes. The video concludes with a call for better accountability in patch notes, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting on bug fixes to enhance the player experience in future updates.