The video highlights Day 2 of CitizenCon, focusing on the highly anticipated base building feature in Star Citizen, including collaborative construction for organizations and resource management. The presenter shares their excitement for upcoming sessions on base building and industrial ships, while also reflecting on the event atmosphere and merchandise popularity.
The video covers the excitement and updates from Day 2 of CitizenCon, focusing on the highly anticipated topic of base building. The presenter notes that popular merchandise, particularly peaches, sold out quickly on the first day, and they expect a packed schedule for the day despite it being shorter. The main highlight will be two sessions dedicated to base building, which promises to reveal crucial information about what will be included in the upcoming Star Citizen 1.0 release. The presenter has also uploaded their impressions of Day 1 and plans to do the same for Day 2.
The discussion delves into the specifics of base building, hinting that organizations (orgs) will have the ability to construct their own bases collaboratively and manage an org material bank for resource collection. Additionally, there are suggestions that parts from the newly revealed sandworm will play significant roles in crafting, indicating a deepening of the game’s crafting mechanics. The presenter also clarifies a misconception from Day 1, revealing that the planet showcased was not Microtech but Castra, which could lead to new features like swamps and redwood forests.
The presenter expresses some disappointment regarding the initial promise of only four systems being included in the game, but they remain optimistic about the content and gameplay possibilities. They highlight that the first session will focus on base building, with visuals but limited specifics shared previously. The second session will revolve around industrial ships, particularly those relevant to base building, such as the Pioneer and the newly teased Galaxy ship. The anticipation for detailed information about these ships and their functionalities is palpable.
The video also touches on the presenter’s observations of the event atmosphere, including the long lines for merchandise and the excitement surrounding the sandworm reveal. They recount the crowd’s reaction to the sandworm’s gameplay demonstration, which shifted perceptions about the game’s development. The presenter humorously speculates about potential future merchandise, like a sandworm plushie, based on the event’s reveals.
As the video concludes, the presenter prepares to head into the auditorium for the first presentation of the day, reiterating their excitement for the base building session. They encourage viewers to subscribe to their channel, highlighting a giveaway for a Zeus bomber jacket as a milestone incentive. The overall tone is one of enthusiasm and anticipation for the developments in Star Citizen, with a promise of more in-depth analysis to come after the event.