I was watching the latest episode of Starcast which had Disco Lando as a guest. I thought I'd add a few of the interesting comments and discussion points made on the show. I've tried to add my own thoughts based on comments.
-Freelancer cockpit window, this a been a 'concern' thread for quite a while now. He suggested that the window will vary depending on the variant. It was strongly suggested the DUR vision will have a lot better visuals and will be available to fit on the base version once in-game. (Think Connie and Aquila)
-Rework of 300 series is still on going but like many of the ships this won't be the last version as many of the ships may get reworked 4/5 times if improvements can be made.
-Module system - basically, pick the ship that is visually pleasing to you as they really intend on making the module system a must to improve the ships. Fine tweaking needs to happen if your going to compete at any level.
-Radically different Huds for each ship designer, freelancer will have a 3D look to its Hud
-The possibility to sell ships could still happen after launch. This is another concern from the RSI forum. This is a tough one as many of us will have already tied funds up into one or few of the present ships on offer. I'm ok with them selling ships after the PU live date but I'd prefer it to be only ships on offer before the PU date. Not new ships that wasn't available to original pre PU backers.
-Game plan, which direction will the game aim for, more Sim or more Arcade - this will be based on ship models and how the functional elements work. I guess as long as it's enjoyable then they're aiming for sim.
-Limits on NPCs will be determined by technical factors for the game. He sounded like they will try to give the player as many NPCs as the game can handle. Shame... But I know a few will be pleased with this if correct!
-You will be able to have more than one ship docked. Yes you can have two ships in the game at the same time. IE one docked at a respawn point while flying another!!
-Cool gameplay element coming to the Caterpillar. Cat owners are in for a big surprise about how a special element of their ship works! ???
-Lando doesn't know what the surprise coming this week is as mention on ATV. I still think it's the Starfarer but as an outside bet I would also say the first 10mins of Sq42. :)
-Terra or Earth!! Sounds like Lando will support Terra IF there is a conflict!
-As we know Sq42 will have the Idris in a key role. Lando would prefer to hold out for release until then as it keeps an awe about seeing it in game.
-Private servers will be the last thing on the agenda.
-Vanguard will change as its just a fancy gray box in hangar. Not the final ship!!
-Org player bases will be customisable. IE placing armoury, etc
Sorry for any errors but typing this while aboard a ferry crossing.... A very stormy ferry crossing!!!
From the horses mouth it is indeed the Starfarer and hopefully an announcement about the Star Citizen branded HOTAS.
Good news about the Caterpillar which is shaping up to be my favorite ship.
Nice write-up, Kal. Thanks :thumb:
you said Lando.. I was expecting Billy Dee-Williams.. :D