The video analyzes the changes to the Drake Corsair in patch 4.1, highlighting a significant reduction in the pilot’s burst DPS from 8,196 to 6,664, despite the ability to control all six guns. While solo pilots may see an increase in damage output, the overall ship DPS has decreased, leaving viewers to determine if these adjustments are a buff or a nerf.
In the video, the creator discusses the recent changes made to the Drake Corsair in patch 4.1, prompted by a viewer’s request to explore the ship’s performance. The host begins by examining the ship’s gun configurations and overall effectiveness, noting that the pilot can now control all six guns, which includes four guns on the nose and two on the wings. However, despite this expansion in control, the overall damage per second (DPS) for the pilot has been reduced, sparking confusion about whether these changes constitute a buff or a nerf.
The creator highlights a significant decrease in the Corsair’s pilot burst DPS, which dropped from 8,196 to 6,664, marking a 19% nerf. This reduction raises questions about the effectiveness of the Corsair, especially since the pilot can now fire all six guns but with lower overall damage output. The host delves into the specifics of the gun types, clarifying that the front guns have been downgraded from size five to size four, while the wing guns remain size six. This inconsistency in gun sizes adds to the confusion surrounding the ship’s performance.
As the video progresses, the host tests the Corsair’s new gun configurations and calculates the total DPS for different setups. They find that while the pilot’s DPS has increased to 3,884 when flying solo, the overall ship DPS has decreased compared to its previous configuration. This new setup provides a notable increase in pilot DPS, especially when compared to other ships like the Constellation, which has a lower pilot DPS despite having similar gun configurations.
The video concludes with the creator summarizing the changes and leaving it up to viewers to decide whether the adjustments to the Corsair are ultimately beneficial or detrimental. They present the data, showing that while solo pilots may experience a boost in their damage output, the total ship DPS has taken a hit. The video encapsulates the complexities of balancing ship performance in the game and invites viewers to share their opinions based on the presented information.
Additionally, the host briefly shares their laptop specifications in response to a viewer’s inquiry, mentioning their MSI laptop with a high-performance Intel Core i9 processor, 32 GB of RAM, a 2 TB SSD, and an RTX 480 GPU. This information serves to connect with the audience and provide insight into the equipment used for gameplay and video production.