Execute and Agret analyze the updates to Star Citizen’s Constellation series, praising the functional and luxury improvements in the Mark IV and Phoenix models while expressing mixed feelings about the larger, more modern but polarizing Mark V variant. They question retiring the Mark IV in favor of the Mark V, suggesting the latter might be better as a separate ship class, and invite community opinions on the changes and future variants.
In this detailed discussion, Execute and Agret delve into the updates and changes made to the Constellation series ships in Star Citizen, focusing particularly on the transition from the older Mark IV and Phoenix models to the new Mark V variant. They start by examining the Mark IV Constellation, noting improvements such as new exterior detailing, updated docking points, and functional elevators. While the ship retains much of its classic design, some unique features like the VTOL fans have been removed, which they feel detracts slightly from the ship’s distinctive character. The interior has been modernized with better suit lockers, weapons racks, and component layouts, enhancing functionality without drastically altering the ship’s original feel.
Moving on to the Phoenix, they highlight significant upgrades that address many previous complaints, especially regarding luxury and crew amenities. The new Phoenix interior offers more spacious and thoughtfully designed living quarters, including multiple bedrooms with toilets, personal lockers, and even a fish tank for ambiance. The addition of a hot tub and options for furniture arrangements further enhance the luxury vibe, making it feel less like an add-on and more integrated. Despite these improvements, some nostalgic elements like the retractable table and fold-away seats are missing, likely due to complexity and reliability concerns. Overall, the Phoenix now better balances luxury and practicality.
The conversation then shifts to the new Constellation Mark V, which is notably larger and more modernized but also somewhat polarizing in design. While it incorporates many functional improvements such as better landing gear, more turret gunner seats, and increased weapon capacity, its exterior styling attempts to blend old and new aesthetics, resulting in a look that neither fully satisfies traditionalists nor modern design enthusiasts. The inclusion of large tail fins and a more complex Skyllock docking system adds to this mixed impression. Both hosts express that the Mark V feels like a different class of ship altogether, perhaps deserving its own identity separate from the Constellation line.
They also discuss the modularity and potential of the Mark V’s interior spaces, pointing out areas that could be adapted for various roles across different variants, such as smuggling holds, expanded cargo bays, or science suites. The improved layout includes more suit lockers and weapon racks, offering enhanced crew functionality. However, some features like the inability to manually turn off certain lights or the occasional bugs with ship components highlight that the ship is still in development. The hosts speculate on future variants and express anticipation for how these will further define the ship’s role and appeal.
In conclusion, Execute and Agret appreciate the functional upgrades and modernization efforts across the Constellation series but question the necessity of retiring the Mark IV models given their continued viability. They feel the Mark V, while impressive, might have been better introduced as a new ship class rather than a direct Constellation successor, to avoid overlap and confusion. The discussion ends with reflections on RSI’s branding choices, the standardization of design elements like the Zeus cockpit, and the community’s varied reactions. Both hosts encourage viewers to share their opinions on whether the Mark V justifies sunsetting the older Connies and express excitement for upcoming variants and future ship releases.