In the video, Execute and Space Tech critique the Prowler Utility ship in Star Citizen for its high price and unclear role, questioning its practicality compared to other ships with better cargo capacity and versatility. They suggest waiting for future variants and gameplay features that could better utilize the ship’s design before considering a purchase.
In this video, Execute and Space Tech discuss the Prowler Utility ship in Star Citizen, expressing their shared skepticism about its value and role in the game. They begin by highlighting the ship’s aesthetic appeal, particularly its Torchbearer paint job, but quickly move on to critique its functionality and pricing. Both reviewers find it difficult to justify the ship’s high price given its limited cargo capacity and niche utility compared to other ships in the game, such as the Railian, which carries significantly more cargo at a lower cost.
The main issue they identify is the unclear purpose of the Prowler Utility. While it is marketed as a blockade runner capable of stealth and cargo theft, the practicality of these roles is questioned. They argue that stealing small amounts of cargo in a high-risk manner is less efficient than simply boarding and taking entire shipments. Furthermore, the type of cargo shown in promotional material, like diamonds on a Hull C ship, doesn’t align with the typical low-value bulk cargo such ships usually transport, making the ship’s intended role confusing.
Despite these criticisms, the hosts speculate about potential future variants of the Prowler Utility that could enhance its usefulness. They suggest that the ship’s design lends itself well to roles such as a bomber or a Titan suit drop ship, pointing to the ship’s unique features like its side-opening cargo bays and the ability to land on grav plates. These variants could provide more specialized and exciting gameplay options, possibly justifying the ship’s price if implemented effectively.
Pricing remains a significant sticking point throughout the discussion. They believe the Prowler Utility is overpriced at $300, suggesting a more reasonable price point would be around $150 to $200, considering the capabilities of similar ships like the Cutlass Black or the C1, which offer greater cargo capacity and versatility for less money. The conversation touches on the concept of “alien tax,” which inflates the cost of alien ships, but even accounting for that, the Prowler Utility does not seem to offer enough value for its cost.
In conclusion, Execute and Space Tech recommend potential buyers to hold off on purchasing the Prowler Utility until more variants or gameplay features are introduced that better utilize the ship’s design. They emphasize the need for additional gameplay mechanics like stealth and cargo theft to be fully developed before the ship can fulfill its advertised roles. The video ends with a call for viewer feedback on the ship’s pricing and variant possibilities, encouraging the community to share their opinions and stay tuned for future updates.