In this video, Subliminal provides a first look at the Drake Pitbull snub fighter in Star Citizen Alpha 4.8, highlighting its role as a fast, pilot-controlled interceptor designed to be carried inside larger ships, with unique weaponry and design distinct from the Drake Fury. He praises its flight capabilities and potential combat use while noting its situational role and high-risk nature, making it a valuable addition for players seeking alternative tactical options.
In this video, Subliminal provides a quick first look at the Drake Pitbull, a new snub fighter in Star Citizen’s Alpha 4.8 update. He highlights that the Pitbull is a true snub fighter, lacking a quantum drive and meant to be carried inside larger ships like the Ironclad. The ship features four size one and two size two weapons, all pilot-controlled, and has a unique design reminiscent of a small Herald. Subliminal expresses interest in testing its flight capabilities and weapon layout.
He compares the Pitbull to the Drake Fury, noting that the Fury has more firepower with four size two weapons and missiles, while the Pitbull focuses on a different gameplay style. The Fury is likely more maneuverable, but the Pitbull might be faster in a straight line, acting more like an interceptor. Subliminal acknowledges the distinct roles these ships play, emphasizing that the Pitbull shouldn’t be directly compared to the Fury due to their different purposes.
Subliminal uses the Moza AB6 joystick for the flight test, praising its granular fine-tuning and realistic stick feel despite the lack of native force feedback in the game. He hopes that upcoming support, such as the D-BOX announcement, will bring true force feedback to enhance the flying experience. During the flight, he demonstrates the Pitbull’s speed, maneuverability, and HUD features, noting some difficulty reading the physical displays, which is typical for Drake ships.
He also comments on the ship’s combat potential, mentioning that he doesn’t have time to test combat scenarios thoroughly but finds the Pitbull reasonably maneuverable. He notes the absence of an eject option and suggests that pilots flying this snub should be prepared for high-risk missions where survival is uncertain. The Pitbull fits well inside many larger ships, making it versatile for transport and deployment in various situations.
In conclusion, Subliminal finds the Drake Pitbull to be a cool addition to the snub fighter lineup, especially for fans of Drake ships. While he personally leans towards the Fury for its maneuverability, he acknowledges that the Pitbull serves a unique role as a fast interceptor. Ultimately, the Pitbull is seen as a situational craft rather than a staple for every fleet, offering players an alternative style of play and tactical options within Star Citizen.