In this video, the creator tests the Prowler and Logic ships in Star Citizen 4.2 PTU, discovering that while smaller ships like the Atlas can be attached or stored internally, practical use is hindered by glitches and limited functionality. Additionally, the Prowler’s stealth capabilities are disappointing due to its large detection profile, making it less effective as a stealth ship than intended.
In this video, the creator explores various functionalities and quirks of ships in Star Citizen 4.2 PTU, focusing primarily on the Prowler and the Logic. Starting with an experiment on attaching Atlas ships to the body of another ship, the creator discovers that while it is technically possible to attach these smaller ships, the interaction is somewhat glitchy and unpredictable. They manage to enter the attached ships but quickly fall out, and attempts to enter from outside or move the ships around prove challenging. Despite the difficulties, the tests confirm that two Atlas ships can be carried on the main ship, though their practical use remains limited.
The creator then tests the gravity plates on the ship to see if they can hold other ships like the Prowler in place. Unfortunately, the gravity plates do not function as magnetic holders and fail to keep the ships attached, which is disappointing. They try to place the Prowler inside the ship’s interior instead, finding that while it is fiddly to maneuver, it is possible to stow the ship inside with enough space to move around. This suggests that while external attachment options are limited, internal storage for smaller ships is feasible.
The most significant portion of the video is dedicated to testing the stealth capabilities of the Prowler. Despite being marketed as a stealth ship, the Prowler has a surprisingly large cross-section of 10.4 km from the top view, which contradicts its intended stealth role. The creator conducts detection range tests from various angles, flying backward to see at what distance the ship loses lock. The results show that the Prowler is detectable from much farther away than expected—up to 9 km from the top and around 8 km from the side—indicating poor stealth performance.
This detection range is far worse than what would be ideal for a stealth ship, which should have a smaller cross-section and be harder to detect from all angles. The creator expresses disappointment with this design flaw, suggesting that the ship should have a cross-section closer to 5-6 km from the top and even less from the sides and front to be a viable stealth vessel. They emphasize that this issue reduces the ship’s usefulness for stealth and looting, despite its good cargo placement.
In conclusion, the video highlights some promising but flawed aspects of the Prowler and Logic ships in Star Citizen 4.2 PTU. While the ability to carry smaller ships like the Atlas is confirmed, the practical utility is limited by glitches and the inability to jump out with attached ships. The gravity plates do not function as hoped, and the Prowler’s stealth capabilities are significantly compromised by its large detection profile. The creator hopes the developers will address these issues to make the ships more functional and true to their intended roles.