The reviewer gives the Hull B cargo ship a strong 9 out of 10 rating, praising its detailed craftsmanship, innovative spindle design, smooth animations, and suitability for cooperative cargo hauling within Star Citizen. Despite minor bugs, its functional features like the tractor beam, spacious interior, and immersive elements make it a highly recommended purchase for players focused on cargo missions.
In this “Buy or Pass” episode, the reviewer takes an in-depth look at the Hull B cargo ship, expressing surprise at its size and immediately praising the detailed craftsmanship typical of Cloud Imperium Games (CI). Particular highlights include the ship’s thrusters, VTOL capabilities, and notably, the introduction of a tractor beam—an innovative feature not present in all Hull series ships. The reviewer appreciates the ship’s robust legs, avoiding the “chicken legs” issue, and enjoys exploring the intricate internals, including the cargo area, crew quarters, and engineering sections. The animations, especially for doors and docking collars, receive high marks for their smoothness and realism, enhancing the immersive experience.
The interior design is lauded for its thoughtful layout, perfectly suited for two-person cargo hauling. The reviewer emphasizes the ship’s potential for cooperative gameplay, with well-placed suit lockers, weapon racks, and utility areas such as a bathroom and multiple fridges, which hint at future role-playing opportunities. The inclusion of a desk and other detailed furnishings adds to the ship’s appeal for players interested in immersive RP scenarios. The reviewer also notes some minor bugs, such as party markers not displaying correctly and a peculiar smoke effect from the pipes when the ship is off, but these do not detract significantly from the overall impression.
A significant portion of the review focuses on the Hull B’s innovative spindle design, which allows the ship to compactly retract for travel and extend for efficient loading and unloading of cargo. The reviewer is particularly impressed by the animations involved in this transformation, describing them as complex and skillful. The tractor beam’s usability is praised for its smooth operation, making cargo handling straightforward and efficient. Although the reviewer is new to cargo hauling, they highlight the ship’s potential for lucrative cargo missions, giving high marks for manual loading and unloading processes.
The Q&A segment provides valuable insights into the Hull B’s capabilities and gameplay mechanics. It confirms that the ship is designed for larger hauling contracts, with a cargo capacity of 512 SCU and a maximum container size of 30 SCU. The flight characteristics change depending on whether the spindle is extended or retracted, affecting thruster positions and angular rotation. Control of the tractor beam and turret is shared between the pilot and co-pilot, with the co-pilot having priority for the tractor beam and exclusive control over the remote turret—a feature currently bugged but planned for fixing. The ship fits into a medium hangar and includes a docking port, though the latter is temporarily disabled.
In conclusion, the reviewer gives the Hull B a strong recommendation, rating it 9 out of 10 for its sound design, functional and aesthetic features, and overall gameplay experience. They favor it over the smaller Hull A and appreciate its suitability for cooperative cargo hauling. The ship’s design, utility, and immersive elements make it a worthy purchase for players looking to advance in cargo missions within Star Citizen. The reviewer encourages viewers to share their opinions and promises more “Buy or Pass” content in the future, signing off with gratitude and enthusiasm for the game’s ongoing development.