In the Star Citizen 4.1 PTU update, significant ship changes were highlighted, with the Anvil Hurricane emerging as a major winner due to improved agility and speed, while the F8C Lightning faced disappointing nerfs in maneuverability. Other ships, like the Anvil Terrapin and Valkyrie, received beneficial upgrades, but concerns were raised about the balancing decisions affecting agility and performance across the board.
In the latest video discussing the changes in Star Citizen 4.1 PTU, the host highlights the ongoing server instability that has led to the temporary shutdown of the PTU. Despite these issues, significant updates have been made to various ships, with a particular focus on the Drake Corsair and Cutterpillar. The F8C Lightning, however, received disappointing news as it faced further nerfs in its maneuverability, with reduced pitch, yaw, and roll stats, as well as a decrease in both space combat and navigation speeds. While the ship’s total health points have slightly increased, the host expresses frustration over the ship’s reduced agility, questioning the rationale behind these changes.
Conversely, the Anvil Hurricane has emerged as a “big winner” in this patch, showcasing improved agility and speed metrics that may position it as a new meta contender. The ship’s maneuverability has increased significantly, making it almost comparable to the F8C Lightning in its prime. Additionally, the Hurricane’s overall health points have also been boosted, providing a more robust option for players who favor this ship. The host notes that the enhancements to the Hurricane seem disproportionate given its role compared to the F8C.
Another ship that has benefited from upgrades is the Anvil Terrapin, which now boasts a substantial increase in quantum fuel capacity. This improvement aligns with the ship’s intended role as an exploration and scanning vehicle. The Anvil Valkyrie also received notable enhancements, including expanded cargo capacity and external storage options, making it a more versatile choice for players. The host appreciates these changes, recognizing them as positive developments for the respective ships.
In contrast, the Crusader C1 Spirit and A1 have experienced a reduction in mass, resulting in better acceleration. The Corsair has also seen improvements, with the potential for powerful weapon builds. The Cutlass Black received buffs to its speed and maneuverability, although the Cutlass Blue and Red variants experienced slight nerfs in movement. The host points out that while many ships are becoming faster or stronger, some, like the F8C Lightning, continue to face reductions that impact their overall performance.
The video concludes with a discussion on the changes to other ships, including the RSI Scorpius, which has gained speed but also faced a significant nerf in yaw. The host expresses confusion over the balancing decisions made by the developers, particularly regarding the yaw performance of the F8C and Scorpius compared to larger ships like the Star Lancer. Overall, while many ships have received beneficial updates, the host remains concerned about the direction of ship balancing in Star Citizen, particularly regarding agility and maneuverability.