In this video, the creator showcases their upgraded Aurora M2 starter ship in Star Citizen’s 4.8 update, highlighting its sleek design, improved cockpit, and enjoyable exploration around the planet Monox despite some performance issues and combat frustrations. They remain optimistic about future ship upgrades and gameplay improvements, encouraging viewers to subscribe for more content and updates.
In this video, the creator returns to Star Citizen with the new 4.8 update, showcasing their upgraded starter ship, the Aurora M2. After previously having a large amount of in-game credits, they are now down to 25,000 but excited about the upgrade, which cost only a small amount extra. The Aurora M2 is described as a sleek, cozy ship with folding wings and improved cockpit visibility, making it a perfect fit for a solo player who enjoys a more personal, manageable ship rather than large, cumbersome vessels.
The creator takes viewers on a tour of the Aurora M2, highlighting its similarities to the original Aurora but emphasizing its better design and aesthetics. They explore the ship’s interior, including the component bay, weapons rack, suit storage, and bed, appreciating the ship’s compact and functional layout. The video also features a scenic flight around the planet Monox, demonstrating the ship’s impressive maneuverability and speed, as well as some water and environmental effects on the planet’s surface.
During the flight, the creator reflects on the early instability of the 4.8 update, mentioning some initial performance issues and postponed events. Despite this, they enjoy the immersive experience of flying through space and exploring new areas like asteroid belts. They also express an interest in upgrading their ship’s components, such as the jump drive and weaponry, to enhance performance since this is a ship they have invested real money into.
The video shifts to combat attempts, where the creator encounters difficulties with the game’s targeting system and UI, struggling to lock onto enemies during dogfighting. They experience frustration with unclear controls and performance drops, which detract from the combat experience. Nevertheless, they attempt a mercenary mission on foot, armed only with a pistol, leading to more challenges such as frame rate drops and trouble interacting with the environment and weapons, highlighting ongoing issues within the game.
Despite the setbacks, the creator remains positive about the Aurora M2’s design and the overall exploration experience in Star Citizen. They acknowledge the game’s current flaws but express enthusiasm for continuing to improve their ship and gameplay. The video ends with a promise to return with more content, including upgrades and missions, encouraging viewers to subscribe and support the channel for early access and future updates.