Frontier has announced updates for Elite Dangerous in 2024, including Power Play 2.0, changes to engineering, and a refresh of the in-game store. The updates will introduce ship variants, pre-built ship packages, and cosmetic items in the store, aiming to enhance player experience and customization options without being pay-to-win.
Frontier has announced exciting updates for Elite Dangerous in 2024, including Power Play 2.0, changes to engineering to make it more accessible, and a refresh of the in-game store to improve player experience. Players will now be able to use collector limpets to pick up materials for engineering, reducing the grind. The store will undergo a pricing adjustment for cosmetic items, such as ship kits and paint jobs, with players still able to earn in-game currency, ARX, to purchase items.
Ship variants are being introduced, starting with the Python Mark 2, which will be available for Odyssey players on August 7th. Players can access the ship early by purchasing it for 16,250 ARX. Non-Odyssey players will also have access to ship variants from the store. Additionally, pre-built ship packages will be offered in the store, providing players with upgraded ships, modules, ship kits, and paint jobs themed to specific in-game activities.
Frontier envisions pre-built ships as a way for new players to quickly get involved in different aspects of the game without going through the engineering grind. These packages will not be seen as pay-to-win, as players can earn ARX through in-game activities or community events. The store will also feature a bestsellers section for popular cosmetic items like paint jobs.
The Frontier store will be refreshed in May 2024, with pricing adjustments and new product types for cosmetic items. Players can expect to see more themed pre-built ship packages added throughout the year, focusing on items that players actually want. The updates aim to enhance player experience and provide more options for customization and gameplay in Elite Dangerous.