This video discusses the forthcoming changes to cargo gameplay in Star Citizen, which will introduce physicalized inventory and require players to manually load and organize their cargo. The changes aim to create a more immersive and coordinated gameplay experience, while still catering to different playstyles and preferences.
In this video, the speaker discusses the upcoming changes to cargo gameplay in Star Citizen. They explain that cargo represents a way to engage with other players in a dynamic way, creating an economy and simulation of player interactivity. The new cargo changes will introduce physicalized inventory, meaning players will have a specific location to store their items instead of a magical bag of holding. The implementation of the freight platform, cargo grid, and inventory container boxes will add friction to the experience, as players will need to manually load and organize their cargo. This will allow for more coordinated gameplay with friends and a more immersive experience overall.
The speaker also mentions that the new changes will include a hangar kiosk, which will serve as the central point for managing cargo, accessing inventory, and interacting with the freight platform. There will also be an item bank in landing zones, making it easier to access smaller items without having to travel to a hangar. The changes to inventory will extend to vehicles as well, replacing the current magical inventory system with access points and inventory container boxes.
The video also touches on how these changes will impact gameplay. There will be missions that involve hauling cargo, allowing players to engage in this gameplay without a large investment or risk. Additionally, there will still be automated loading options for those who prefer a more speculative and trading-focused approach. The speaker mentions that the team is also working on unique item recovery, allowing players to retrieve lost items from a “lost and found” in their habs.
Overall, the video emphasizes that the cargo changes are an ongoing process and will be implemented gradually in future releases of Star Citizen. The changes aim to provide a more immersive and physicalized cargo experience, while still catering to different playstyles and preferences.