The video discusses the pros and cons of purchasing the Tumbril Cyclone MT in Star Citizen, highlighting its new weapon features, crew capacity, and the potential benefits of the package deal. However, it questions the vehicle’s current usefulness due to the lack of ground missions in the game and suggests purchasing only if one sees potential long-term value or wants immediate use.
In this video, the focus is thrown on the newly announced Tumbril Cyclone MT, released for Star Citizen’s St. Patty’s Day sale, due to roll out with the 3.13 version. The vehicle can either be bought for $71.50 US with the war bond and lifetime insurance, or $82.50 US with six months insurance. Alternatively, it comes in a pack with the MSR, available at a discounted war bond price of $324.50 US or $357.50 US, promising lifetime insurance on both.
Discussing the Cyclone MT’s features, the vehicle is described as a sound choice but not necessarily the best. It can house a crew of one to three individuals and is equipped with different weapons, comprising a size one mountable weapon and size two missiles. The precision in missile count is disputed, with the speaker assuming it to be four whereas an official number is six. As useful as the MT might be against smaller aircraft, it stands no chance against Nova.
The Cyclone MT doesn’t differ vastly from the TR and the AAA. Its novelty lies in the new weapons it possesses, including the size one cannon and the missiles. The speaker initiates a conversation on whether this would be worth paying real money for or if it should be bought in-game, and suggests using it as a CCU stepping stone to another ship, which some players might find more useful. The green skin available with the purchase packs could also be a worthwhile long-term investment.
With improvements such as the missile operator mode coming in the 3.14 version, all missiles can be fired in random or guided modes. As anticipated as this feature is, questions surrounding manual reloading of rockets and gun ammunition persist. Currently, reloading is only feasible in designated repair/refuel/ream areas, which is something likely to change as the game develops.
In conclusion, the video suggests getting the Cyclone MT either as a CCU stepping stone or an LTI token to achieve lifetime insurance. However, the usefulness of the MT as of now is doubted due to the lack of ground missions or ground operations in the game. The speaker advises making a purchase only if one wants to use it in the game immediately or sees potential worth in its long-term benefits.