The video covers key updates in Elite Dangerous, including the delayed release of the Type 11 Prospector mining ship alongside a temporarily available mining community goal, and the ongoing mystery of the locked HIP 87621 system with Frontier Developments actively restricting access to its data. Additionally, it highlights upcoming features such as improvements to the genetic sampler, new colony management tools, and a new commander renaming service launching soon, enhancing gameplay and player customization.
In this edition of Witch Space News for September 26, 2025, Commander Burr covers several significant updates in Elite Dangerous. Firstly, the highly anticipated Type 11 Prospector mining ship’s launch was delayed to make performance adjustments based on feedback from partnered creators. Although the ship’s release was postponed, a mining-focused community goal (CG) sponsored by Lakeon Spaceways briefly appeared in the game, asking players to mine and sell specific ores like platinum, payite, or osmium at Molsberg Vision starport in the Andere system. The CG was quickly pulled but is expected to return alongside the Type 11’s official release early next week, with rewards including an Umbra scan paint job and a Lakeon Spaceways decal.
Another major topic discussed is the ongoing mystery surrounding the HIP 87621 system, which is currently locked behind a permit. Players had discovered they could purchase system data from fleet carriers in nearby systems, allowing them to glimpse planetary structures within HIP 87621. However, Frontier Developments (FDEV) has been repeatedly deleting this system data from players’ inventories, preventing further exploration or spoilers. This suggests FDEV is deliberately controlling access to this part of the mystery, which is anticipated to progress when the Type 11 update goes live.
Additional upcoming features were also highlighted, including changes to the genetic sampler tool for the Artemis space suit, extending its scanning range from 75 meters to 750 meters to improve discovery capabilities. Frontier is also introducing a system to allow players to demolish or cancel partially or fully constructed colonization facilities, with commodity requirements displayed on both the galaxy and system maps. These quality-of-life improvements aim to enhance gameplay and colony management in Elite Dangerous.
One of the most eagerly awaited additions is the new commander renaming service, which is now live via a web portal and will be integrated into the game with the Type 11 update. For a cost of 500 ARCs, players can change their commander name with some important caveats: the old name is reserved for 30 days before becoming available again, first discovery tags remain under the old name, and blocks and friend lists are unaffected. This service offers players greater flexibility in customizing their in-game identity without losing social connections or progress.
Commander Burr closes by inviting viewers to share their plans regarding the mining community goal, the mystery trail in HIP 87621, and whether they intend to rename their commanders. He thanks the audience for watching and encourages them to subscribe and engage with the channel for future Elite Dangerous content, promising more updates later in the week. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of the current state and near-future developments in the Elite Dangerous galaxy.
