Mononttoya highlights the surprisingly affordable $45 sale of the modular Aurora MkII starter ship in Star Citizen, praising its sleek design, customizable modules, and accessibility for new players. He addresses community reactions, customization options, and upgrade concerns while expressing enthusiasm for the ship’s potential and promising further detailed coverage.
In this video, Mononttoya discusses the surprising affordability of the new Aurora MkII starter ship sale for Star Citizen. Contrary to his initial expectations of around $90 to $100 with modules, the starter pack is available for just $45, which includes the ship, a paint job, a suit with a gun and backpack. He emphasizes that this price point makes it very accessible for new players wanting to start playing Star Citizen without spending a fortune, debunking the myth that thousands of dollars are needed to get into the game.
The Aurora MkII features a modular design with two currently available modules: a combat module that adds extra missiles and a shield, and a cargo module that increases cargo capacity by six SCUs. Mononttoya is excited about the potential for future modules such as exploration, stealth, or crafting modules that could extend the ship’s capabilities beyond a starter role. He highlights the sleek, ornithopter-inspired design of the ship and appreciates the way modules slot neatly into the ship’s frame, making it both functional and visually appealing.
Regarding customization, there are several paint options available for the Aurora MkII, ranging from $3 to $5 each, with a full set costing 1280 credits. Mononttoya shares his personal favorites, including the Shade Black and Cloudbuster paints. He also touches on the availability of special edition paints from the original Aurora, which are being sold as part of a sunset sale, and notes some community concerns about the discontinuation of the original Aurora and potential issues with buybacks.
Mononttoya reviews community reactions, noting some complaints about the new design diverging from the original Aurora. However, he dismisses these criticisms, expressing his love for the new look and the ship’s modularity. A notable highlight shared from the community is the cargo module’s ability to hold and even allow players to ride pulse bikes, which adds a fun and practical use to the cargo space. He also points out humorous community content, such as screenshots and showcases of the ship in various paint jobs.
Finally, Mononttoya addresses the topic of upgrading from the original Aurora to the new MkII. While some players feel they should receive a free or heavily discounted upgrade, he acknowledges the business reality that the developer, CIG, needs to make money and suggests a low-cost token upgrade might have been a fair compromise. He concludes by reaffirming his enthusiasm for the new Aurora MkII, encourages viewers to subscribe and engage with his channel, and promises a follow-up video exploring the ship in more detail.