The video offers a comprehensive first look at the RSI Apollo Triage and Medivac ships in Star Citizen Alpha 4.3.1 PTU, highlighting their spacious medical interiors, modular designs, and subtle differences like weaponry and medical module tiers. While praising their comfort and functionality, the presenter notes some design quirks and minor polish issues, with plans for more detailed testing in future content.
The video provides a detailed first look and initial impressions of the newly released RSI Apollo Triage and Medivac ships in Star Citizen Alpha 4.3.1 PTU. The presenter explains that the Apollo Triage is the civilian version, while the Medivac is the military variant. Both ships come with three module tiers, and their core systems such as coolers, power plants, quantum drives, and shields are largely identical. However, the Medivac has more missiles and features Mantis Galling guns on its turrets instead of laser cannons, distinguishing it slightly from the Triage.
Upon exploring the Apollo Triage, the presenter notes the ship’s tall and spacious design with two main entrances, including a ramp and an elevator. Despite its size, the interior layout presents some quirks, such as a narrow hallway leading to a large vehicle bay and an oddly placed docking collar deep inside the ramp area, which seems impractical for docking with capital ships. The interior also features armory racks, armor lockers (though not fully functional yet), and cargo grids, emphasizing the ship’s medical and support role rather than heavy vehicle transport.
The medical facilities inside the Apollo include two large med bays with tier three beds and patient storage, along with multiple storage compartments for medical supplies like magiles. While the storage areas are visually impressive, some interactive elements, such as retrieving stored medical supplies, are currently non-functional. Additional amenities include spacious bathrooms and a well-equipped bridge area with beds, personal storage, and a kitchenette, highlighting the ship’s focus on crew comfort during medical missions.
The Medivac version shares much of the same interior layout and features but includes tier one and tier two medical modules with varying numbers of beds and patient storage units. The tier one bed is noted as one of the best available in the game, and the storage capacity corresponds to the number of beds in each module. The presenter points out that some labels inside the Medivac still incorrectly display “Triage,” suggesting minor polish is still needed. Overall, the Medivac maintains the same spacious and functional design as the Triage.
In the flight test segment, the presenter showcases the ship’s exterior design and flight performance, noting some graphical issues like engine effects bursting irregularly and a temporary drop in FPS due to the number of ships in the area. The new scanning improvements in the patch are also briefly mentioned. The overall impression is that both Apollo variants are beautifully designed, roomy, and comfortable medical ships, though some design choices, particularly the docking collar placement, are unexpected and may require further refinement. The video concludes with a promise of more in-depth testing and exploration in future content.