In this Star Citizen review, Even Lee highlights the Origin 300i as a stylish and versatile starter ship offering a good balance of speed, firepower, and comfortable interior features, though it has limitations like fragile shields and limited quantum fuel. He rates it 88 out of 100, praising its spacious design and combat capabilities while noting common texture issues and its suitability for players seeking both combat and livability.
In this Star Citizen ship review, Even Lee provides an in-depth look at the Origin 300i, a single-seat ship priced between $60 to $62 depending on the paint and customization options chosen. He highlights the challenges of acquiring all paint variants due to bugs affecting metallic shaders, particularly with the ultramarine paint. The ship can also be purchased in-game for over 1.3 million AUBC. The 300i stands out in the Origin lineup for its aesthetic appeal, spacious interior, and excellent window views, making it a comfortable choice for shuttle-like travel and exploration.
The ship’s combat capabilities include a burst damage per second of 234, equipped with one size 3 M5A laser cannon, two size 3 ballistic repeaters, and two size 2 missiles. While the missile payload is somewhat limited, the overall firepower is impressive for a starter ship at this price point. The 300i has two size 1 shield generators offering 3,000 shield points and a total ship HP of 8,200, indicating it is somewhat fragile, especially in PvP scenarios against similarly agile ships. However, it performs well in PvE, handling moderate challenges as long as it avoids excessive damage.
Performance-wise, the 300i is interceptor-tuned, boasting a top SCM speed of 260 m/s with a 610 m/s forward boost and a top navigation speed of 1,425 m/s. Its maneuverability is decent, with reasonable pitch, yaw, and roll rates, and it carries a typical countermeasure loadout. The ship’s fuel capacity includes 10.5 SU of hydrogen fuel but a disappointing 1.3 SU of quantum fuel, limiting long-duration quantum travel and requiring frequent stops at stations. Despite this, its interior is well-equipped with a bed, weapons rack, kitchen, and bathroom, making it suitable for extended journeys within its operational limits.
Even Lee also explores the ship’s cargo capacity, showing it holds 8 SCU of cargo in a single-layer grid, and details the boarding process, which involves climbing a ladder rather than a ramp. The interior design includes a compact living area with a thin mattress bed, a kitchen, and a small bathroom without shower facilities. The cockpit offers a clear view and functional controls, with four multi-function displays and a radar system. The ship powers up quickly and accelerates rapidly, emphasizing its speed and ease of handling.
Overall, Even rates the Origin 300i an 88 out of 100, praising its balance of speed, firepower, and interior accommodations. While it does not excel as the best in any single category, it performs well across multiple areas, making it a versatile and attractive choice in the starter ship market. The main drawbacks include texture and LOD issues common to Origin ships, limited quantum fuel, and somewhat fragile shields and hull. Compared to other starter ships like the Aurora, Mustang, or Titan, the 300i offers superior comfort and storage, making it a compelling option for players prioritizing a blend of combat capability and livability in Star Citizen.