In the Star Citizen Week in Review for September 16th, 2024, Salty Mike discusses the launch of patch 3.24.1, highlighting improvements in Multi-Function Displays (MFDs) and ongoing server meshing tests, which faced performance issues during high player counts. He emphasizes the importance of player feedback and reflects on the anticipation for future developments leading up to CitizenCon.
In the Star Citizen Week in Review for September 16th, 2024, hosted by Salty Mike, the focus is on the newly launched patch 3.24.1, which is part of the ongoing ship sale season. The video summarizes the week’s updates, including significant improvements to the new Multi-Function Displays (MFDs) and ongoing testing for server meshing technology. Salty Mike also shares his personal experiences and opinions on the developments, emphasizing the importance of player feedback in shaping the game.
The patch updates began with a series of Public Test Universe (PTU) iterations focused on the Argo Atlas ship. Changes included adjustments to animations, speed, and bug fixes, such as resolving issues with item selection in elevators. While some improvements were noted, there were still lingering issues with interaction delays and game performance during the meshing tests, particularly during larger player tests. Salty Mike expressed disappointment with the limited progress made, given the extensive time spent on the technology.
Thursday marked a crucial day for the week as the team conducted server meshing tests that initially faced severe issues with high player counts. While a 350-player test showed some improvements, the overall performance did not meet expectations, leading to frustration among testers. Salty Mike highlighted the need for further fixes and improvements, particularly in addressing interaction delays that were supposed to be resolved with the recent technology updates.
The discussion then shifted to the new MFDs introduced in the patch, which feature a complete overhaul aimed at improving usability and functionality. The MFDs now offer detailed information based on the ship’s operational mode, allowing for better management of weapons, power, and diagnostics. Salty Mike expressed excitement about these changes, noting the potential for deeper gameplay mechanics that could enhance combat and ship management experiences.
Lastly, the video touched on the Squadron 42 monthly report, which provided limited insights into future developments. Salty Mike concluded by reflecting on the ongoing updates and the anticipation leading up to CitizenCon, hinting at potential changes and improvements on the horizon. He encouraged viewers to engage with the sponsor and follow him on Twitch for more content, while hinting at a possible slowdown in updates as the team prepares for the event.