"As a change from looking at in-game ships, this video delves deep into the Crusader Industries Genesis Starliner passenger transport ship in Star Citizen. The course of the video considers the history, specifications, as well as potential uses for the Genesis.
Introduction
Design Purpose
Specifications
Components
Weapons
Crew
Amenities
Gameplay Use Cases
Fleet Role"
The Crusader Industries Genesis Starliner is a passenger transport ship in Star Citizen designed to efficiently move people from one location to another. It combines sleek design with a large frame to accommodate as many passengers as possible. The ship was first announced in June 2015 and has been described as an important but often overlooked aspect of bringing the Star Citizen universe to life. While there is limited in-game information available about the Genesis, it is known that the ship can be used for military purposes such as troop transport and space warning/command and control.
The Genesis Starliner is priced at $400 and is designed to transport around 40 passengers. It has a total length of 85m, width of 90m, and height of 16m, with a mass of around 3,120 metric tons. The ship is equipped with various components such as power plants, coolers, radar, computers, shield generators, fuel tanks, thrusters, and armaments. It is lightly armed with only one turret carrying two size four weapons, making it better suited for evading conflicts rather than engaging in combat.
The ship requires a minimum crew of two and can accommodate up to eight crew members, although it may potentially be operated by a solo pilot. The Genesis has the capacity to support upwards of 50 people due to its nature as a personnel transport ship. It offers around 300 SCU of cargo storage and seating for 40 passengers, with potential for management gameplay related to passenger needs and economic models based on passenger transportation fees.
The Genesis Starliner distinguishes itself from luxury transports by focusing on moving large numbers of people rather than VIPs. It may have combat support functions from a strategic perspective, such as ferrying troops over long distances. While the ship is not a natural fleet combat vessel, it serves as a high-value asset to be protected by other ships. Players may look forward to the opportunity of flying the Genesis Starliner in the future, as it offers a unique gameplay experience of running a passenger liner in the Star Citizen universe.