Star Citizen Alpha 4.0 has been released as a “Preview” version. This signifies a major shift for the game, introducing a full wipe and reset for all accounts.
Key Features and Changes in 4.0 Preview:
- Fresh Start: All players begin with a clean slate, including new accounts, hangars, and wallets (with a starting balance of 20,000 aUEC).
- Improved AI: Enhanced AI social interactions, more realistic NPC behaviors, and expanded AI wild lines contribute to a more immersive experience.
- Performance Enhancements: Significant improvements to both server and client performance have been observed, resulting in smoother gameplay for many players.
- New Features: While the focus is on stabilization and bug fixing, 4.0 also introduces new features like updated NPC loadouts and further improvements to character DNA randomization for more unique appearances.
Current State and Known Issues:
- Ongoing Stabilization: The 4.0 Preview is still under active development. Players are encouraged to report bugs and provide feedback to help the developers refine the experience.
- Known Issues: While many issues have been addressed, some critical bugs and performance problems persist.
Where to Find More Information:
- Official Star Citizen Website: The most up-to-date information and patch notes can be found on the official Star Citizen website: https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/Patch-Notes/20360-Star-Citizen-Alpha-40
- Community Forums: The Star Citizen community forums are a valuable resource for discussing the latest updates, sharing tips, and learning about known issues: https://forums.robertsspaceindustries.com/
Disclaimer:
- The 4.0 Preview is an ongoing development process. The information provided here may be subject to change.
- Star Citizen is still in development and may contain bugs and performance issues.