In the video, the creator shares their mixed impressions of Star Citizen 4.1, highlighting performance issues, particularly on full servers, and expressing disappointment with the communication regarding the Hatheror event and armor set requirements. Despite frustrations with bugs and unclear objectives, they remain optimistic about the gameplay and community engagement, hoping for improvements in future updates.
In the video, the creator shares their experiences and impressions of Star Citizen 4.1, highlighting both the excitement and frustrations encountered since its release. They mention feeling better during their recovery but still experiencing headaches and aches. The patch has introduced performance issues, particularly on full servers, leading to input lag and server strain. To address this, the player count was reduced from 600 to 400, which has somewhat improved the situation. The creator shares their first experience as a passenger in a Herald and their involvement in various activities, including the new Hatheror event.
The Hatheror event, also known as the Align and Mine event, involves players firing a massive orbital laser by aligning satellite dishes and powering the platform with batteries. The creator expresses disappointment with the communication from the developers regarding this event, as many players feel locked out of the experience due to the specific requirements for accessing certain resources. They suggest that rare minerals should be available in the wild rather than being confined to a cave system, allowing more players to engage without needing to complete the event.
While the creator enjoys the mining mechanics and the potential for PvP encounters in the caves, they note that the crime stat system appears to have been relaxed, leading to more chaotic player interactions. They also mention the new Antium armor sets introduced in this patch, which they find visually appealing but frustrating due to bugs and incomplete functionality. The armor sets do not display hit markers or crosshairs, and items often clip through the armor, indicating that the patch may have been rushed.
The creator recounts their attempts to gather materials for the Wiccolo’s armor set, expressing their disappointment at the lack of clarity regarding the requirements for obtaining the full armor set. After investing significant time and effort into gathering materials, they discover that each turn-in only yields one piece of armor rather than the full set, leading to frustration. They emphasize that there was no clear communication about this limitation, which made the grind feel anticlimactic.
Despite the setbacks and performance issues, the creator remains optimistic about the overall experience in Star Citizen 4.1. They appreciate the engaging gameplay, the opportunity to explore new mechanics, and the fun of participating in the community. They express a desire for developers to polish and tweak certain aspects of the game to enhance the player experience, noting that while they enjoy the game, the rushed nature of the patch has left some features lacking. As they continue their recovery, they plan to keep playing and farming for the remaining armor pieces while enjoying the game’s offerings.