Mononttoya reviews Star Citizen’s new M80 heavy fighter, praising its sleek design, luxurious cockpit, and sound design while expressing mixed feelings about its inconsistent aesthetics and interior decor. He notes the ship’s features, pricing, and potential uses, encouraging viewers to consider limited edition options and share their thoughts before deciding to purchase.
In this video, Mononttoya introduces Star Citizen’s latest heavy fighter, the M80, priced at $275 Warbond or $300 store credit. He expresses mixed feelings about the ship’s design, noting that it seems like a branding mismatch. The front end appears more Kruger-like, while the back end reflects Origin’s style. Although the ship is visually appealing and sleek, he feels the design could have been more cohesive, especially the front end, which could have been made more blunt to fit Origin’s aesthetic better.
Mononttoya highlights the sales page and the introductory video for the M80, praising the sound design, music, and voice-over as beautiful and fitting. He appreciates the ship’s sleek and shiny appearance but reiterates his uncertainty about the overall design. While he personally isn’t rushing to buy the ship outright, he plans to explore his existing fleet and possibly use a Cross-Chassis Upgrade (CCU) to acquire the M80 after testing it with friends, reflecting a cautious approach often seen among long-time Star Citizen players.
The interior of the M80 receives mixed reviews. Mononttoya praises the cockpit for its luxury, wide-open design, and unobstructed views, considering it a standout feature. However, he finds the interior decor somewhat strange, likening it to a mix between a rave and an Apple store, which doesn’t entirely appeal to him. He notes interesting features like frosted glass panels that can be raised or lowered and a bed in the back, which adds comfort and utility to the ship.
Regarding the ship’s specifications, the M80 measures 32 meters in length and is equipped with two size-five and two size-four weapons, along with additional smaller armaments and cargo capacity. Mononttoya speculates that the cargo hold might accommodate bounty hunter pods, suggesting the ship could be useful for bounty hunting missions. He also reviews the available paint options, including a limited edition Tetra green paint exclusive to concept buyers, and expresses personal preferences for some of the color schemes.
Finally, Mononttoya discusses the pricing and market positioning of the M80. While he acknowledges that heavy fighters are popular and likely to sell well, he feels the $275 price is on the higher side but not unreasonable given the ship’s features. He encourages viewers to consider the limited edition paints if they are collectors and invites opinions on whether people plan to buy the M80 immediately or wait to test its performance. He closes by asking for comments, subscriptions, and likes, maintaining engagement with his audience.