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Roadmap Roundup - January 28, 2026

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4.6.0

New Resource Gathering Missions

Implementing an expanded list of missions to our Resource Gathering archetype. Find, gather and deliver raw or refined mineable ores or salvageable ship pieces for a variety of corporations. Scheduled to come in a 4.6.x patch.

This card has been set to Released.

Argo MOTH

Implementing Argo’s new medium salvager: The MOTH has the tools to earn its keep, the storage for a long job, and the weaponry to work unencumbered.

This card has been set to Released.

Medical Light Armor “Chiron”

Implementing the new Medical Light Armor “Chiron”, a reward for the new 4.6 event Clearing the Air.

This card has been set to Released in Arena Commander.

4.7.0

Claw Salamanders Faction Outfits

Implementing multiple outfit variants for the Claw Salamanders gang in Nyx: A complete Light Armor, a cape, and a mask.

This card has been set to Tentative.

Heavy Combat Armor

Implementing a heavy combat armor in the persistent universe.

This card has been set to Tentative.

Light Combat Armor

Implementing a rework of a light combat armor in the persistent universe.

This card has been set to Tentative.

Progress Tracker

Crafting T0

Implementing the ability for players to craft various items using resources from throughout the persistent universe.

Extended to March 27th, 2026

Inventory Rework

Implementing an improved experience with Inventory Management.

Extended to March 27th, 2026

Vehicle Command Module

Introducing the concept of vehicles taking over control from other host ships. Primarily used for spaceships like the Drake Caterpillar or the Drake Ironclad.

Extended to May 29th, 2026

FPS Radar & Scanning

Introducing improved signature system, supporting much greater distances, and dampening of signatures by environmental interference and larger signatures. Improved Scanning, driven by the same signature system as the Radar and Ping, available in ships, ground vehicles, and FPS

Extended to May 29th, 2026

Instancing

Introducing Instancing technology, enabling the creation of more curated gameplay content that is seamlessly integrated into the sandbox.

Extended to July 31st, 2026

Ship Hangar Landing Service

Introducing the ability for larger ships to rearm, repair and restock other ships in their hangar.

Started on November 3, 2025 and ending on May 29th, 2026



Sneak peek of the week:

Red Festival

Quote: The festival approaches.

This Week in Star Citizen:

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17

  • Red Festival 2956 starts

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19

  • Star Citizen Live - Industrial Gameplay

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20

  • RSI Weekly Newsletter

Later this week, Evocati will get their hands on a new Tech Preview focused on the Inventory Rework and Crafting, so keep an eye out for that! <:gatoepico:1178779651598991410>

RED FESTIVAL 2956

RENEW & REJOICE

As the Year of the Rat begins for 2956, Humans and Banu alike unite to celebrate this symbol of intelligence, resourcefulness, and keen foresight. Dress in seasonal red and gold, take part in festivities across the ‘verse, join the hunt for traditional red envelopes, or take off on the festival’s auspicious final day, which is said to set any journey on a prosperous path.

Red Envelope Hunt

One of the most beloved Red Festival traditions is the gilded envelope hunt. Keep a sharp eye as you search the major landing zones of Stanton to find rat-adorned red envelopes worth a few credits to help you start your year fortuitously. You’ll receive a display for the envelopes at the end of the event in case you didn’t have one from the previous years.


Screenshot Contest

Embody and capture the spirit of the Rat in Red Festival’s community contest. Execute maneuvers on foot or aboard your most agile vehicle for the chance to win a Mirai Pulse or Anvil F8C Lightning.
Red Festival 2956 - “Earned Fortune” Screenshot Contest

Year of the Rat paints and gears

Red Festival’s glorious aesthetic has returned with Year of the Rat or sans-emblem classic paints. Fly, wear, or simply bask in the red and gold hues of the new lunisolar year to feel as though your good luck is beginning to take off.

Year of the Rat Coin collectible

Don’t miss out on this year’s collectible coin to add to your growing collection. Simply click below to add this gem to your prosperous pocket.
Year of the Rat Coin : Redeem now !
-# that will redirect you to the RSI website, you need to clic redeem there for it to work properly