The video is a detailed review of the Aegis Eclipse ship in Star Citizen, focusing on its current state in patch 4.10. The reviewer, Even Lee, explains that the Eclipse is a high-priced ship costing $300 or 7.5 million UEC in-game, reflecting its expanded gameplay and lethal capabilities. The ship comes equipped with two size 2 CF227 Badger guns, which have decent round speed but low alpha damage, making them suitable mainly for self-defense against small targets. Additionally, it carries three size 9 Argos torpedoes, which are costly to replenish and currently problematic due to lock-on issues, as demonstrated by their ineffectiveness against a Polaris ship during testing.
A significant new feature of the Eclipse is its ability to carry various bomb racks, including up to 20 size 3 Thunderball bombs, four size 5 Storm Burst bombs, or one size 10 Colossus bomb, expanding its offensive versatility. This makes the ship a formidable stealth bomber capable of delivering massive damage. Despite its offensive power, the ship’s defenses are weak, with limited shield, armor, and overall health, emphasizing stealth and evasion over direct combat. The reviewer stresses that if detected, the pilot should either escape quickly or eject, as the Eclipse cannot withstand prolonged damage.
Performance-wise, the Eclipse boasts strong speed and maneuverability, with top speeds of 210 SCM and 1,100 in quantum travel, plus decent pitch, roll, and yaw rates when fully powered. It carries a moderate amount of countermeasures, including flares and decoys, and has limited fuel capacity. The reviewer demonstrates the ship’s stealth capabilities by adjusting power settings to minimize detection, reducing the ship’s radar cross-section to under 1 kilometer, making it difficult for enemies to spot unless they are very close or viewing from above or below.
Inside the cockpit, the Eclipse features a military-style design with multiple multifunction displays, though some are non-functional. The ship lacks a weapons rack but has accessible storage. The reviewer explains how to operate the torpedoes and bombs, recommending manual bomb drops due to server desync issues affecting the bombing reticle. He also warns about the risks of using large bombs, as the pilot can be caught in the blast radius if not careful. Overall, the Eclipse is portrayed as a specialized stealth bomber and torpedo platform rather than a daily-use ship.
In conclusion, the reviewer rates the Aegis Eclipse highly, giving it a 98 out of 100 for its specialized role and significant damage potential. He notes that the ship might be overpowered in its current state, especially due to its stealth capabilities, until more advanced radar detection tools are introduced in the game. The video ends with a brief mention of Beam Eye Tracking, a software that enhances immersion by enabling seamless in-game eye tracking, which the reviewer uses during gameplay.
