In the video, Xe and Algrid provide a detailed buyer’s guide for the RSI Hermes, highlighting its strengths as a durable medium cargo ship with impressive cargo capacity but noting challenges in solo cargo loading and inconsistent ship classification by RSI. They also discuss the ship’s gameplay implications, speculate on potential future variants, and conclude with a giveaway announcement encouraging viewer engagement.
In this video, Xe and Algrid discuss the recently released RSI Hermes ship in Star Citizen, offering a detailed buyer’s guide and their impressions after participating in the associated in-game event. They begin by sharing some light banter about eye strain from long streaming sessions before diving into the topic. The Hermes was released on an unusual patch day and came with a community event that encouraged cooperative gameplay, though some players resorted to piracy, which was met with community resistance. The hosts express optimism about future PvP and bounty hunting mechanics, highlighting the evolving dynamics of player interactions in the game.
The Hermes is described as a medium-sized cargo ship with four size-four weapons, similar in armament to the Apollo but with a focus on cargo rather than medical support. The ship’s cargo capacity is notably larger than the Drake Raft, making it a competitive choice for medium cargo hauling. However, the hosts question why the Hermes was released as a separate ship rather than a variant of the Apollo, noting inconsistencies in RSI’s naming and classification conventions. They speculate that the Hermes might be modular and hint at potential future variants, possibly including a data-running module, given the ship’s name and design cues.
Loading cargo on the Hermes is highlighted as a significant challenge, especially for solo players. The cargo bay’s design, including the placement of the tractor beam and the ramp, makes solo loading slow and cumbersome, effectively making the ship a two-person operation for efficient use. While the ship is praised for its durability and ability to withstand attacks during blockade running, its handling and loading mechanics require teamwork to maximize effectiveness. The hosts suggest that small design tweaks, like extending the tractor beam track or adding a cargo lift, could improve usability.
Flight characteristics of the Hermes are compared to other medium cargo ships like the Freelancer Max. The ship accelerates well in a straight line but handles sluggishly in turns, consistent with its size and role. The Hermes has grown significantly in size compared to the Apollo, which the hosts attribute to accommodating the increased cargo capacity. This growth leads to speculation about future luxury or reworked variants of the Apollo line. Despite some design criticisms, the Hermes is acknowledged as a solid cargo ship with a clear niche, though its future relevance depends on upcoming ship releases and game updates.
In conclusion, the hosts view the Hermes as a good ship for its size and role but express concerns about RSI’s inconsistent ship classification and variant policies. They invite viewers to share their thoughts on potential future variants and the ship’s design in the comments. The video ends with a giveaway announcement for the Hermes, encouraging viewers to subscribe and participate. Overall, the discussion balances praise for the ship’s strengths with constructive criticism of its design and the broader implications for Star Citizen’s ship ecosystem.