The video compares the different Idris ship variants in Star Citizen—P, M, K, and T—highlighting their package contents, design differences, and upgrade options, with a focus on their combat roles and limitations. It emphasizes the modularity and future potential of these ships, while noting current gameplay restrictions and ongoing development.
The video provides an in-depth comparison of the different Idris ship variants in Star Citizen: the P, M, K, and T models. The host emphasizes that this is not a detailed ship review but rather focuses on what packages include and the functional differences between these variants. The Idris P is sold as a limited stock standalone ship, with a complex purchasing process due to rapid sale waves that can open and close in seconds, generating significant revenue for Cloud Imperium. The P model comes with basic features, including a hanger, weapons, and 15.5 million HP, but requires additional kits to enhance its combat capabilities.
The host then discusses the differences between the Idris P and M models. The P is equipped with two size five hardpoints for the main turret, whereas the M has larger two size seven turrets, and notably lacks the dual size five turret at the stern present on the P. Both ships share similar weapon placements and turrets, but the M is designed for more advanced combat with larger guns and potentially better armor in the future. The P can be upgraded with kits, such as the Idris Kit, which adds laser beam weapons, missile PDCs, and anti-ship missiles, but these kits are costly and come with limitations, such as fixed missile types and rearming issues.
The T model, focused on torpedoes, is introduced as a more specialized variant. It features a hammerfall torpedo launcher capable of holding 12 size 12 torpedoes, but players face restrictions on changing the torpedoes after purchase, leading to frustration when trying to upgrade or customize. The T package also includes missile PDCs and a ballistic cannon turret, but the host criticizes the weapon’s performance, noting that the size seven ballistic gun is underpowered compared to other ship cannons like those on the Polaris. The torpedo and missile systems have operational limitations, such as rearming issues and fixed missile types, which impact usability.
Finally, the Idris M is highlighted as the military version with notable differences. It lacks the dual size five turrets at the stern and comes equipped with 11 laser repeater PDCs, larger size seven main guns, and a more powerful real gun with charge firing modes. The M can also control torpedoes directly, with multiple seats able to fire and rearm torpedoes, and is expected to have better armor in the future. However, many of these features, including armor enhancements, are not yet implemented in the game, meaning both variants currently share similar hit points. Overall, the video emphasizes the modularity and upgradeability of the Idris line, alongside their current limitations and future potential.