"Beyond 3.15 | Free Fly - Star Citizen Hot Tea
New features beyond the scope of Star Citizen patch 3.15 …Star Citizen Hot Tea news"
Star Citizen is currently hosting a ship showdown free fly event until September 27th, where players can test fly the final four ships that were voted to the top. The ships available for testing are the Crusader C2 Hercules Star Lifter, the Crusader Mercury Star Runner, the Origin 600i, and the Argo MPUV1C. Additionally, if players decide to stay after the event, discounted starter ship game packages are available.
In patch 3.15 and beyond, Star Citizen will introduce locked crates for looting, some requiring the cutting tool attachment to access, while others will require combinations found elsewhere. Trip mines will also be added to make exploring derelicts more dangerous, but players can use weapons or tractor beams to trigger them. Aesop terminals, or ship kiosks, will be changed to the building blocks tech for better performance and visual variety. Mining gadgets can be placed on asteroids to either break down larger ones or improve mining results on existing ones.
NPCs will now have modular options for their branded uniforms, allowing for different color palettes and logo swaps. Additive geometry, called Theta Geo, will be added to character models when specific items are equipped, adding additional flair. Player input values for movements in ships and vehicles will be affected by the intoxication status, resulting in goofy movements. Progress on concept ships, such as the Eerie Starfighter and the Vulture salvage ship, is being made.
The Port Alasar location has been moved into geosynchronous orbit around Crusader, and toilet facilities are being investigated for AI passengers. The video concludes by mentioning upcoming events like digital CitizenCon on October 9th and hints at a ship giveaway for those participating in the free fly event.
Overall, Star Citizen is hosting a ship showdown free fly event, introducing new features like locked crates, trip mines, mining gadgets, and updated NPC customization options. Additionally, progress is being made on concept ships and location updates, with mentions of upcoming events.