The CitizenCon 2954 Cosplay Competition, hosted by Galactica and sponsored by Tobii Gaming, featured a variety of impressive costumes inspired by the Star Citizen universe, with new award categories emphasizing creativity and audience engagement. The event culminated in a celebration of all participants, recognizing winners in various categories and fostering a vibrant community spirit among fans.
The CitizenCon 2954 Cosplay Competition, sponsored by Tobii Gaming, kicked off with a lively introduction from Galactica, the senior social media manager for Star Citizen. The event followed a light-hearted discussion about the crowd’s favorite food choices during lunch, setting a fun tone for the competition. Galactica introduced the judges, including lead character tech artist Armand, principal tech artist Forest, and creative director Cat. This year, the competition featured new categories for awards, focusing on creativity, performance, and audience favorite, rather than the traditional first, second, and third place format.
As the competition began, several contestants took the stage to showcase their impressive costumes inspired by the Star Citizen universe. The first participant, Shye, appeared as a Hyro Bounty Hunter, followed by Henrosa as an Advocacy Agent, and Faber Finn as a mining worker. The variety of characters included Cat Goddess as Molly, Alman Gras as a Shian Diplomat, and Little Drift Boy as Gman Humble, among others. The audience was engaged and enthusiastic, applauding each contestant as they presented their costumes.
The judges took their time to evaluate the contestants, discussing the craftsmanship and creativity of each costume. They interacted with the participants, asking questions about their outfits and the effort that went into creating them. The atmosphere was filled with excitement as the audience cheered for their favorites, creating a vibrant community spirit. The judges’ deliberation process was a key moment, highlighting the importance of each participant’s performance and the work behind their costumes.
After the judges made their decisions, the winners were announced in various categories. The Best in Show was awarded to the Shian Diplomat, while Pico won for Best Performance. The Most Creative award went to Gman Humble, recognized for the unique combination of fighting crime and enjoying burritos in his armor. The audience favorite was determined through cheers and applause, ultimately going to the Duster contestant, showcasing the crowd’s engagement and support for the competitors.
The event concluded with a celebration of all contestants, who were rewarded with prizes, including Tobii eye trackers and an RSI Zeus MK2 ES game package. Tobii Gaming’s presence was acknowledged, and the winners were invited on stage for a photo opportunity, symbolizing the community’s appreciation for their efforts. The cosplay competition not only highlighted the creativity of the participants but also fostered a sense of camaraderie among fans of Star Citizen, making it a memorable part of CitizenCon 2954.