The Star Citizen podcast hosts discuss the significant increase in ship prices in the game’s Alpha 3.23 update, with some ships seeing prices up to 8 times their original cost, sparking concerns about the impact on the game’s economy. They also touch on the cancellation of BlizzCon, the controversial pricing strategy in “Escape from Tarkov,” and the positive reception of the character customizer in Star Citizen, encouraging viewers to share their thoughts and engage with the content further.
In the Star Citizen podcast, the hosts discuss the significant increase in ship prices in the game’s Alpha 3.23 update. Ship prices have gone up by 1.5 to 3 times their original values, with some military ships seeing an increase of up to 8 times their previous cost. The hosts express concerns about the potential impact of these price increases on the game’s economy and whether it may lead to a more pay-to-win model.
The cancellation of BlizzCon for the third time is discussed, with comparisons made to Star Citizen’s annual CitizenCon event. While some argue that CitizenCon may take away from development time, others believe it serves as a marketing tool to generate hype and support for the game. The hosts express their views on the importance of events like CitizenCon for engaging the community and promoting the game.
The hosts also touch upon the controversial pricing strategy of the game “Escape from Tarkov,” where a $250 expansion pack was released after promising all future DLCs to players who purchased the $100 “Edge of Darkness” edition. This move has sparked criticism due to the perceived pay-to-win elements introduced by the new expansion.
The character customizer in Star Citizen is praised, with the hosts discussing the creativity and variety of characters players have created. They mention a character contest winner and express their excitement for future competitions. The hosts also touch upon the potential predatory marketing tactics used in the gaming industry and how players should voice their concerns while enjoying the game responsibly.
In conclusion, the hosts encourage viewers to share their thoughts on the ship price increases, the cancellation of BlizzCon, the controversial pricing in “Escape from Tarkov,” and the character customizer in Star Citizen. They remind viewers of the ongoing ship giveaway and express gratitude to those who support the channel through various means. The hosts sign off by thanking viewers and inviting them to engage further with the content.