In this Star Citizen Week in Review for February 2nd, 2026, Salty Mike covers the release of patch 4.6, which went live midweek alongside the Alliance Aid event. The patch included some minor updates and crash fixes but was notable for introducing a new ship, the RSI Hermes, a medium freighter with a unique cargo grid and dedicated tractor beam system. Despite some server issues and long queues during the event, players could share points collectively, though rewards were considered underwhelming, with the tractor beam being the standout prize.
The roadmap update revealed some exciting future content for patch 4.7, including multiple Breaker Stations in space as part of a new event, expanded system-wide missions on Nyx, more courier missions, and additional ships like the Apollo at Wiccolo. Social stations will also be introduced in Nyx, offering restocking, rearming, and refueling services. Two new combat armors, heavy and light, are planned, but the full scope of 4.7 remains undisclosed, indicating more surprises to come.
A detailed look at the RSI Hermes highlighted it as RSI’s first dedicated medium freighter, designed with a large internal cargo hold of 288 SCU and a unique rail-mounted tractor beam for easier cargo handling. The ship shares its front half with the Apollo series but replaces the rear with a spacious cargo bay. While the tractor beam innovation is a step forward, Salty Mike notes it still lacks full direct control, something needed to improve cargo loading and unloading efficiency further.
Other updates included a sneak peek at the upcoming Argo salvage ship, expected to debut alongside new salvage missions later in the month. The Alliance Aid event FAQ was also shared, providing details on the participating factions and rewards. Pricing and paint options for the Hermes were discussed, with some criticism about the incompatibility of paints between similar ships and the generally high cost of ships in the game.
Finally, several community and developer updates were covered, including the confirmed timeline for the Ironclad ship’s release around Invictus, fixes for multi-shield ships, and a February preview featuring upcoming events like the Valentine’s Day-themed Cororamore, Lunar New Year sales, and community-run events such as Bar Citizen and Enter Atmosphere. Salty Mike encouraged viewers to subscribe and engage with the content for ongoing Star Citizen coverage.
