The Star Citizen newsletter announces a ship sale and upcoming alpha 3.23 patch, allowing players to purchase new vehicles and participate in in-game events. The newsletter also hints at the highly anticipated CitizenCon 2024, potentially focusing on Squadron 42 and featuring new updates and improvements to the game.
In the Star Citizen newsletter, it is mentioned that there is currently not much happening in the game, with no major events or updates until February. However, there is a ship sale going on, featuring various vehicles from the Galaxy’s top manufacturers. These ships and vehicles from 2023 are available for purchase until January 29th. It is also confirmed that some of the vehicles released during the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo will be available to purchase in-game with the upcoming alpha 3.23 patch.
Additionally, there is a special promotion where players can find golden tickets in loot boxes or on bodies, which can be used to unlock a 24-hour rental of the F8C Lightning ship. Finding a golden ticket also allows players to permanently unlock the ability to purchase the F8C during specific sales. However, these ships will also be available in-game with the alpha 3.23 launch.
The Atmo Esports Dayar Rally is taking place, featuring hundreds of players competing in various divisions. RSI subscribers have access to the Tumble Cyclone RC vehicle to try out for the month. There is also a Bar Citizen event scheduled in Manchester on March 2nd, which will provide an opportunity for fans to meet up and potentially interact with developers.
The Community Manager, Tyler Witkin, teased CitizenCon 2024 and expressed excitement about what they are planning for the event. It is speculated that the focus of this year’s CitizenCon will be on Squadron 42, with potential release date announcements. The Star Citizen newsletter also provided a sneak peek at new caves and updates coming to the game.
Overall, while there may not be much happening currently in Star Citizen, there are ongoing ship sales, in-game events, and future plans for major events like CitizenCon. Players can look forward to upcoming updates and improvements to the game, including new points of interest and refined gameplay mechanics.