The video captures the excitement and community spirit of the Star Citizen CitizenCon Direct watch party at Leicester Space Center, highlighting the well-organized event, engaging exhibits, and exclusive VIP experiences. The host reflects positively on the presentations, venue, and interactions with developers and fans, expressing gratitude for the opportunity and encouraging viewers to support the channel.
The video begins with a warm welcome to the Leicester Space Center, where the Star Citizen CitizenCon Direct watch party is taking place. The host shares their excitement about the event, mentioning the impressive rocket tower and the anticipation for the MAD show starting soon. They describe their busy but enjoyable experience meeting familiar faces, chatting with community managers and developers like Freya and Dan from Cloud Imperium Games, and exploring the venue, which was a new discovery despite living nearby. The atmosphere is lively, and the host expresses hope that the show will deliver exciting new content.
The following morning, the host reflects on the event from their hotel room, praising the organizers One Dark Enigma, CJ Radley, and GFA for putting together a fantastic convention. They highlight the excellent location, the enthusiasm of the Leicester Space Center staff, and the overall fun atmosphere. The host also mentions the two-hour CitizenCon presentation, which, although brief, was packed with interesting announcements, mostly focusing on tangible upcoming features like the Nyx release, which is arriving soon. They express some disappointment about missing social content but remain positive about the event’s quality.
The video then details the arrival and setup at the venue, including early access for VIP ticket holders, interactions with other attendees, and the behind-the-scenes hustle of setting up sim rigs and displays. The host shares personal anecdotes, such as reconnecting with old friends like Board Gamer and meeting new community members. A highlight was being guided through the venue’s corridors by One Dark to the planetarium, a stunning space where the main presentation was held. The host admires the hard work behind the event and the joy of seeing it come to life after months of preparation.
Exploration of the venue reveals numerous exhibits, including space-related artifacts at the National Space Center, 3D printed models of ships like the Kraken and Idris, and interactive sim pits sponsored by companies like Acer and Verpill. The host tries out flight sticks for the first time but struggles, only to be impressed by a skilled pilot in full flight gear who effortlessly aces the race course. The event also featured hidden black envelopes containing prizes, one of which the host found, winning a lifetime subscription to Game Glass. The venue offered a great mix of gaming, technology, and space-themed displays, contributing to a memorable experience.
Finally, the host showcases the generous swag bags given to attendees, filled with items like mugs, hats, discount cards, postcards, and detailed engineering manuals for Star Citizen ships. They emphasize the value of the VIP ticket, which was well worth the £25 cost given the amount of merchandise and exclusive access. The video concludes with heartfelt thanks to the organizers, developers, and fellow attendees, praising the event’s organization, community spirit, and the opportunity to meet people behind the game. The host encourages viewers to like, subscribe, and use a referral code to support the channel and enjoy in-game benefits.