Star Citizen has caused controversy by putting the rare Envil F8C ship up for sale, diminishing its exclusivity and potentially making it too common. While some argue that this move may be a mistake by CIG, others have already purchased the ship or are considering doing so.
Star Citizen has surprised players by putting the rare Envil F8C ship up for sale. Some commentators argue that this move may be a mistake by Cloud Imperium Games (CIG). The ship generated a lot of hype when it was previously only available in the game’s Persistent Universe (PU), attracting players who were excited to obtain it. The release of the ship has reignited interest in Star Citizen, which had experienced low player engagement due to technical difficulties and competition from other games like Starfield. CIG organized an event with gold and platinum cards to bring back player engagement.
There are several possible reasons why CIG has put the Envil F8C up for sale. One reason might be to generate revenue, as CIG has recently made acquisitions and needs additional money to meet expanded payroll expenses. The ship was already completed, making it an easy way to make more money quickly. The ship is being sold for $260, available as a limited-time offer in the pledge store if purchased with real money. It appears that CIG is having a successful financial operation with the ship’s sale, as it has already made millions of dollars in sales.
However, the decision to sell the Envil F8C has caused controversy because the ship was originally intended to be a rare and exclusive ship obtainable only by completing Squadron 42 or spending $10,000 in the pledge store. By making it available for purchase, CIG has diminished the ship’s uniqueness and exclusivity, potentially reducing its allure. The ship may become too common, affecting its status and potentially becoming the meta for combat and PvP gameplay. It remains to be seen if the ship will be accessible through Squadron 42, but developers have stated that it will still be obtainable.
The question now is whether the ship will retain its special status despite being sold. Some hope that it will only be available during Star Citizen’s anniversary to maintain a sense of rarity. However, opinions on the sale of the Envil F8C are divided. Some think it is outrageous and that CIG should not have sold it, while others may have already purchased the ship or may be considering it. The video ends with a giveaway announcement and encourages viewers to share their thoughts on the sale in the comments section.