The CitizenCon 2954 presentation, “Captains of Industry,” features the introduction of new vehicles in Star Citizen, including the Construction Support Vehicle and the Star Lancer family, each designed for various construction, transport, and combat roles. The presentation highlights the importance of vehicles and drones in gameplay, showcasing their capabilities and teasing future developments in the game’s vehicle mechanics.
The CitizenCon 2954 presentation, titled “Captains of Industry,” features John Crew, the Vehicle Director, and Ben Curtis, the Vehicle Art Director, discussing new vehicles in the game Star Citizen and their roles in building and crafting within the universe. They emphasize the importance of vehicles for transporting supplies and utilizing drones for construction tasks. The presenters explain the different sizes of drones, detailing how their capabilities scale with size, from small to extra-large, impacting construction efficiency.
One of the main highlights of the presentation is the introduction of the Construction Support Vehicle (CSV) from Argo, which comes in two variants: the Fabrication Module (CSV FM) and the Supply Module (CSV SM). The CSV FM is equipped with medium drones and internal storage for resources, making it essential for construction operations. The CSV SM, on the other hand, focuses on transporting supplies and can carry a variety of cargo configurations. Both vehicles are designed to be compatible with various ships, allowing players to effectively manage construction projects across different environments.
The presentation then transitions to the Star Lancer family of vehicles, which includes three variants: the Build, TAC, and Max. The Build variant is designed for large structural construction, equipped with multiple drones and substantial cargo capacity. The TAC variant is more aggressive, featuring enhanced weaponry and a dedicated hangar for smaller ships. Lastly, the Max variant serves as a dedicated hauler while maintaining combat capabilities. Each vehicle is tailored to meet specific gameplay needs, whether for construction, defense, or transport.
The Pioneer, a mobile construction base, is also discussed, showcasing its updated design and features. The new Pioneer includes a spacious interior with a cargo capacity of 1,000 SCU, fabrication facilities, and the ability to deploy large drones for construction tasks. The designers focused on creating a functional and self-sustaining mobile base, incorporating elements like resource extraction capabilities directly from the landing gear. This vehicle aims to facilitate extensive base-building mechanics within the game.
The presentation concludes with a recap of the vehicles introduced throughout the year and a tease of upcoming projects. The team expresses gratitude for the community’s support and highlights the hard work of the vehicle development teams across various studios. The video emphasizes the ongoing evolution of Star Citizen’s vehicle mechanics and the exciting possibilities for players in the future.