The Star Citizen Week in Review for April 1st, 2024, focused on the 3.23 Evocati patch, which introduced new features like creatures and improved gameplay elements despite initial stability issues. Updates included improvements to the user interface, Overdrive event and April Fool’s Day content, details from the Galopa newsletter, and a sneak peek at a new kiosk in the game, with Salty Mike expressing interest in sharing more frequent updates throughout the week.
In this Star Citizen Week in Review for April 1st, 2024, Salty Mike discusses the latest updates in the game. The focus is on the 3.23 Evocati patch, which brought testing of new features, including creatures like Copian dogs and Morac birds. The patch initially faced stability issues, with server crashes affecting gameplay. Despite this, some elements like the new Eva and improved Mobiglass were positively received.
The 3.23 Evocati patch was followed by another patch on Friday, which showed better stability. This patch allowed players to experience features like the star map, creatures, and distribution centers more smoothly. The addition of Vulkan support was noted, although it required manual activation. The patch also included improvements to water simulation showcased at CitizenCon, enhancing the game’s visual appeal.
The video updates focused on improvements to the user interface, specifically the visor and loot screen. The visor now offers customizable widgets, displaying information dynamically based on the player’s actions. The loot screen has been redesigned for a more streamlined experience, allowing players to quickly pick up items and manage their inventory. The shopping UI was also updated, aiming to enhance immersion by displaying information in-world.
The Overdrive event and April Fool’s Day content were briefly discussed, with mixed reactions from players. The Overdrive event was likened to a mini Xeno threat mission, lacking excitement for some players. April Fool’s content included quirky Arena Commander modes, adding humor to the game experience. The lack of a Star Citizen Live episode due to the holiday weekend was noted, with appreciation for the team’s efforts on the 3.23 patch.
The week’s updates also included details from the Galopa newsletter and a sneak peek at a new kiosk in the game. The Banu protectorate and seized systems by the Vanduul were highlighted in the newsletter. Speculation arose around a ship sale sneak peek, possibly featuring a vehicle named the Raptor. Salty Mike expressed interest in sharing more frequent updates throughout the week to complement the Weekend Review format, inviting viewer feedback on this approach.