In this Star Citizen update, Ryan discusses upcoming ships including the Mustang Gray Basher, Anvil Liberator carrier, RSI Galaxy, and Drake Kraken, highlighting their development progress and anticipated release timelines around major events like the IAE and Invictus. He also mentions new ground vehicles such as the potential Anvil Auxilia and an unannounced fighter, expressing excitement for the expanding ship lineup and immersive planetary exploration opportunities.
In this update on Star Citizen ships and vehicles, Ryan, aka Mac, begins by thanking his patrons and encouraging viewers to subscribe and consider using the Beam eye tracker for enhanced gameplay. The update kicks off with work on a new Mustang variant called the Gray Basher, which may release around patch 4.9. This ship adds to the growing lineup from the Graze manufacturer, complementing the existing Gray Shiv. A recent sneak peek showcased its large weaponry, highlighting the ongoing development and expansion of this ship line.
Next, Ryan discusses progress on the Anvil Liberator, a carrier ship that has seen integration of parts from other Anvil ships like the Asgard and Paladin, reducing the need for new assets. This ship is anticipated to be highly versatile, useful for mining, salvage, and exploration missions, making it a valuable addition for organizations. Though interior reveals are still pending, the Liberator is generating excitement for its potential operational roles.
The RSI Galaxy is also moving forward, with more artists contributing following the release of alien ships. It is expected to launch around the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo (IAE) in November. However, Ryan suspects the Liberator might arrive before the Galaxy. Meanwhile, the Drake Kraken is progressing towards its graybox gate review, focusing on lighting and using the finalized Drake kit from the Ironclad. Despite concerns about the Ironclad’s troubled release, the Kraken is slated for release next May during Invictus and is expected to be a massive ship that players could easily get lost in.
Ryan then touches on several unannounced ships and vehicles in development. Two new ground vehicle variants are advancing, one having passed a combined whitebox and graybox review. He speculates one might be the Anvil Auxilia, a ground generalist vehicle designed for the upcoming Genesis planets, especially Nyx 1. This vehicle could serve as a mobile camper van for planetary exploration, fulfilling a long-held player desire. Additionally, a new fighter has passed its whitebox gate review and is likely to debut alongside the Galaxy at the IAE, possibly the Krueger Stinger, though details remain uncertain.
Finally, Ryan mentions two more unannounced vehicles in production, one progressing toward its LOD0 gate with hull detail refinements and another undergoing graybox review with component adjustments and mocap preparations for complex animations. While details are scarce, these ships add to the anticipation of diverse new content. Ryan expresses particular excitement for the larger ships like the Kraken and Liberator, as well as a strong personal hope for the Auxilia’s arrival, envisioning immersive exploration on Genesis planets. He closes by inviting viewers to join his streams and check out his camping channel for varied content.