makeitawkward
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I applied to the neogaf org as well. Looking forward to playing this.
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Star Citizen Pre-Alpha: Hangar Module
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I originally had the 350R package and a Starfarer. I switched to the Constellation to get the collector's edition style goodies. I also have a second account with an Avenger in case there are any benefits like hiring additional NPCs or trade benefits (not expecting to actively fly two at once or anything).
Now that the lifetime insurance isn't around any more, I think the best bet is to just get the $40 Aurora package to get the game for less than it'll probably be at retail, lock in that alpha/beta access and just have fun working your way up in the game.
Edit: ha, the original question was edited out. Don't mind me, I'm just sitting here randomly rambling about my ships.
Now that the lifetime insurance isn't around any more, I think the best bet is to just get the $40 Aurora package to get the game for less than it'll probably be at retail, lock in that alpha/beta access and just have fun working your way up in the game.
Edit: ha, the original question was edited out. Don't mind me, I'm just sitting here randomly rambling about my ships.
I wouldn't try jumping ship just yet. Mantel implementation will improve performance by quite a bit once it's in there.
Not sure I'd want to join the GAF org, as I already have a couple of networking groups I've promised to join. Wouldn't mind freelancing with you guys though. Anyone gonna need an escort pilot?
Dictator93
Member
This sounds like very good advice.
makeitawkward
Member
Sorry raticus! I just went ahead and grabbed the avenger and after spending money, I didn't want to hear whether or not I made a mistake
. Thanks for the input though!Good advice but upgrade fever has already set in. It's been a bit over two years now, I am ready for a new card.
I'm not gonna get this game until it's complete.
Will get a new Video Card at the same day...
I'm hoping the Oculus Rift comes out around the same time....
OR v1 should be out by the end of this year, SC's initial "release" is to be in the first half of 2015, but it will never be complete.
BTW I don't intend there to be any obligations in joining the GAF org, if you want to join it just to use it as a friends list for contacting other gaffers you could do that, or you could get involved with group actions if you wanted to
Rawket Lawnchair
Member
Just applied to the GAF organisation, I am Wanderer/Legeon.
Edit: Apparently I can't join if I don't own a package, so will do some time in the future.
Edit: Apparently I can't join if I don't own a package, so will do some time in the future.
Sorry raticus! I just went ahead and grabbed the avenger and after spending money, I didn't want to hear whether or not I made a mistake
No problem! You can always "melt" your purchase and refund the price to apply toward a different ship later if you have second thoughts. I think the avenger looked fine. Stats are so preliminary that it's not worth worrying about too much.
Just make sure you actually bought the "package" that includes the alpha/beta access instead of just the ship. (not sure if that's still possible, but it used to be a mistake the site design allowed)
TRD Mr Blonde
Member
I just started looking into this game today and it looks awesome. I hate getting hyped about a game that is still so far out. How much longer do you think I would be able to wait on pledging before alpha/beta access is no longer allowed? I have a lot of gaming purchases coming up, but I would like to be in alpha when actual flying is allowed.
There are still 10k alpha slots available, but they might increase them once the end draws near. They have to keep people rolling in all the time to fund further development (although they have too much money anyway already).
And the first alpha module which allows you to fly ships is expected to be released around March/April, but it may be delayed again. Nobody knows for sure, not even the devs.
Mister_Bubbles
Member
The RSI Livestreams are always shonky as hell, but their actual produced videos are usually really slick, so I think it should be just fine.
kutthoat5150
Member
First episode of Next Great Starship is about to start
https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/13546-The-Next-Great-Starship-Episode-1
https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/13546-The-Next-Great-Starship-Episode-1
Watching it right now! 43mins, whoa.
Shrike Alvaron
Member
Can't watch the video yet as I'm at work but whoa that gif is awesome. Did they say how many if any of these guns will actually be used in the game? Will it be that only the winner will get their gun in with their ship?
They didn't talk much about the structure on the panel itself, but from what I gathered the gun competition is distinct from the ship competition.
E.g. the gun competition is going on right now and the winner (and only the winner) will get their gun in the game.
At the same time, people are gonna be working on ships (which will take a MUCH longer time to design, obviously), and the ship competition (whose winner will get their ship in the game) will happen at a later point in time.
Think of this as the "warmup" competition, so people can present something and we are entertained.
That's what I gathered at least, take it with a grain of salt.
first 3 episodes will be narrowing down from 24 candidates to 16 candidates (8 shown per round, 2 or 3 eliminated), and then the narrowing down continues from there. They've pre-eliminated a lot, from about 200 applications to the 24 "finalists"
Multi-org system hasn't been implemented yet, but there will eventually be no restrictions.
For now: yes. They'll expand it to multiple orgs as the system gets more fleshed out.
Mister_Bubbles
Member
That gun gif is incredible. Will give the full vid a watch tomorrow. Wingman's Hangar while I'm having breakfast, then The Next Great Starship at lunch!
Irobot82
Member
WH is cancelled this week. Will be pack on wednesday at it's new time.
Duebrithil
Member
Applied for the org. The handle is Duebrithil.
TNGS is a great idea, and I am excited to see what ships they end up making. A couple of the guns were great.
However it was laughably bad at times, the moment when they played dramatic music as the judges "dramatically" txted had me in stitches. I wish they figured out they shouldn't try and copy that that Project Runway TV show. I am sure that woman is really good at her job, but she has always come across really awkward on camera. Why they dont have Roberts present these things is beyond me. Also you should have gotten though all the guns in one episode.
However it was laughably bad at times, the moment when they played dramatic music as the judges "dramatically" txted had me in stitches. I wish they figured out they shouldn't try and copy that that Project Runway TV show. I am sure that woman is really good at her job, but she has always come across really awkward on camera. Why they dont have Roberts present these things is beyond me. Also you should have gotten though all the guns in one episode.
BladeSinner
Neo Member
Applied to the GAF org as well, handle is bladesinner.
and that's only primary members. There's probably tons of gaffers primary in other orgs that will join GAF as a secondary org, too.
BladeSinner
Neo Member
Any news on when the ETA is for the next Module (Dog Fighting)?
Also, any sense in upgrading my hangar? There are a few new ships that I want to purchase, but wondering if it will be easier/cheaper to do this once the game launches. Im getting giddy though...hehe.
Also, any sense in upgrading my hangar? There are a few new ships that I want to purchase, but wondering if it will be easier/cheaper to do this once the game launches. Im getting giddy though...hehe.
Mister_Bubbles
Member
Saturday breakfast with Wingman has become a bit of a ritual for me! Enjoyed the NGS video; looking forward to when the actual ship work starts.
makeitawkward
Member
Anyone? I can't wait to actually fly my ship...
Mister_Bubbles
Member
Not to my knowledge. All quiet on that front for now... and that is fine by me. I'm gonna wait until the actual release of the game to fly my ship.
Nothing is set in stone but he said that it probably will be out by the end of March or April:
http://youtu.be/sc2ya7SRA3I?t=7m52s
BladeSinner
Neo Member
Awesome! Building a new pc in March, so hopefully this will be right around the corner afterwards
kutthoat5150
Member
Do we have any Idris's in our group yet? My super hornet is going to need a space home
I guess that would be the "Fleet View" section on the org pages but it isn't implemented yet.
CitizenVectron
Member
I applied as well.
I also have a Super Hornet, and hope there will be a carrier or two that I can base out of!
I also have a Super Hornet, and hope there will be a carrier or two that I can base out of!
ActStriker
Member
and that's only primary members. There's probably tons of gaffers primary in other orgs that will join GAF as a secondary org, too.
You can do secondary orgs? I'm already in my friend's org but if I can do GAF too that would be pretty sweet.