The video details the Star Citizen 4.2 PTU update, showcasing the new ability to call and deliver Atlas and Atlas Geo ships via the freight elevator, along with improvements like fixed lighting in Pyro hangars. It also highlights a duplication exploit with the ships, current limitations in lifting ground vehicles and hover bikes, and confirms that these ships will be available for purchase in-game with the patch release.
The video showcases the latest updates and features coming with the Star Citizen 4.2 PTU, focusing on the Atlas and Atlas Geo ships. The presenter demonstrates how these ships can now be called directly from the freight elevator, a new feature that simplifies the process of retrieving and delivering them within the game. He notes that both ships can be delivered to the hangar without the need to manually retrieve them, streamlining logistics for players. Additionally, the lighting in the Pyro hangar has been fixed, removing the overly bright light that previously obscured ship details.
The presenter explores the process of bringing the Atlas and Atlas Geo into the game via the freight elevator, including customizing their paints and checking their functionalities. He confirms that once delivered, these ships remain in the player’s ASOP terminal, allowing for easy retrieval and even reclaiming after use. The ships are shown to be operational, with the ability to turn their lights on and off, and to be used in the game despite being reclaimed, indicating that the feature is functional and beneficial for players managing multiple ships.
A significant part of the video addresses potential duplication exploits. The presenter demonstrates that players can use the freight elevator to duplicate Atlas ships, including the Atlas Ice variant. This duplication can be done by dropping ships into the elevator, which then appears in the inventory even if it’s not listed in the ASOP terminal. This bug could be exploited for profit, as players could dupe ships and sell them to others, raising concerns about game balance and integrity.
The video also covers the current limitations regarding ground vehicles and hover bikes. The presenter attempts to lift various ground vehicles and hover bikes using the freight elevator but finds that only the Argo Atlas can be transported this way. No other ground vehicles or hover bikes are currently supported for lifting, which is seen as a step towards future improvements. The presenter expresses hope that ground vehicle lifting will be implemented soon, as it would greatly facilitate exploration and logistics in locations like Pyro where spawning vehicles is challenging.
Finally, the presenter shares that both the Atlas and Atlas Geo are now available for purchase in the in-game shop, with prices listed for each. These ships will be available in-game with the release of patch 4.2, allowing players to buy them for their fleet. The video concludes with a positive outlook on the upcoming features, emphasizing that the ability to call ships from the freight elevator and the potential for future vehicle lifting will enhance gameplay and logistical convenience in Star Citizen.