The Polaris Class Corvette is an upcoming capital ship in the game Star Citizen. It is designed to be a mobile combat platform with powerful weaponry and useful amenities. The ship was announced in 2016 and is expected to enter the next stage of development in 2023 or 2024. The Polaris was developed as a response to an attack on Vega in 2945 and was selected by the UEE Navy for its quick combat capabilities and useful facilities.
The Polaris has a total length of 155 meters and a total mass of 17,155 metric tons. It features four massive size 10 torpedo launchers with a total stockpile of 28 torpedoes, making it capable of engaging capital-sized ships. It also includes several manned turrets armed with dual-size 4 and 5 weapons, as well as two missile racks for anti-fighter purposes. The Polaris can carry a Gladius or Sabre-sized fighter in its hangar bay and has a minimum crew requirement of six and a maximum of 14.
The Polaris has various potential use cases, including combat engagements, transportation of high-value cargo, and group bounty hunting scenarios. In fleet situations, it can serve as a potent threat with its torpedo armament, while also being able to screen allied ships. However, it needs to be cautious in protracted engagements due to its relatively weaker defensive capabilities compared to other capital ships. Overall, the Polaris offers players a versatile and powerful ship option in the game.