Source: https://robertsspaceindustries.com/spectrum/community/SC/forum/190049/thread/bugfix-and-issue-discussion-4-10-ptu-12457370/908522

Those look like the Wolf's S4's on the bottom, on maybe a pod that extends?

Mad Trax - Road Warriors

A family feud on the road to glory - nothing is sacred in the Showdown. These four-wheeled favourites have a lot in common, so what will be the deciding factor? Will it be the tough trekking UTV or the weaponized wagon MTC? Remember folks, oil is thicker than blood.

Vote Now: Ship Showdown 2956 | Star Citizen

https://robertsspaceindustries.com/spectrum/community/SC/forum/1/thread/ptu-stress-test-siege-of-orison-recco-battaglia-an/9090153

We're getting into the home stretch for Alpha 4.10, and we'd like to spend the rest of this week putting the PTU through its paces before we roll out to the Live servers.

We've got a number of fixes in, along with some additional backend logging to help us keep a better eye on things while you're playing. Now we want to put some real load on the areas we're most interested in seeing hold up.

In particular, we'd love to see you spend some time with:

• Siege of Orison
• Recco Battaglia
• Cargo Missions

As part of this final push, we're giving active PTU testers a chance to take the Kruger S-65 Stingray out for a spin. Those who receive access will be able to fly it for free through Sunday.

If you've already put substantial time into testing the PTU, you may find the Stingray available immediately with today's new build. If you're just getting started with the PTU today, spend some time playing the focused activities mentioned above (specific criteria will be outlined in the upcoming Patch Notes), and we'll be keeping an eye out for active players to grant access to the Stingray as well. Once it's available in your hangar, take it out for a spin and let us know what you think.

The main goal here is pretty straightforward: we want to find the things that are going to break when we put this in front of everyone on Live. If something feels off, breaks, gets weird, or just doesn't behave the way you think it should, let us know on Spectrum and the Issue Council.

Thanks for continuing to participate on the PTU, and we'll see you in-game!

I suggest you follow the Odin's path that I am currently printing

It's not going to be easy with everything it's turret and I want it big very big so work is announced

Here is my first piece it's the nose of the vessel and it makes very good

I'm afraid for the rest because it was the simplest

https://robertsspaceindustries.com/spectrum/community/SC/forum/1/thread/rsi-launcher-2-16-release-notes

Hello everyone,

Today, we are releasing the RSI Launcher 2.16.0

RSI Launcher can be found here:
⁠https://install.robertsspaceindustries.com/rel/2/RSI%20Launcher-Setup-2.16.0.exe

In this version, we're fixing QoL issues and introducing a new visual feature:

• When hovering on a specific card a video will display in the background. It is not visible for now but it will be when we release a new game patch.

New features:

What's new in this release:

• Video display on card hover.
• You can now select text and copy paste in the guide session chat.

Fixed Issues:

• LCH-3224: Guide panel now follows Accessibility settings.
• Comm-Links click on links fixed
• Horizontal scroll on guide proficiencies fixed
• LCH-3235: Black Box issue fixed.
• Fixed issue on invisible status removed when entering game.

Known issues:

• If you witness a black rectangle on the bottom right of your screen, please turn off the overlay notification in your notification settings.
• Some users encounter a flickering Launcher background, which can be partially mitigated by turning off accessibility settings. Please refer to this comment for a potential fix: https://robertsspaceindustries.com/spectrum/community/SC/forum/1/thread/rsi-launcher-2-0-6-release-notes/7279512
• The Launcher sometimes fails to create the StarCitizen/Live folders for some users, leading to Error 2000, Error 5008, or Error 5010. Try creating the folder manually and running the Launcher as an administrator.
• LCH-1030: Launcher suppresses Screen Saver
• LCH-1958: Never Ending Download loop. Please report the issue; we're having trouble reproducing it.
• Users might encounter Desync with Language and Proficiencies while using the guide system both on Spectrum and in the Launcher at the same time.

We can theorize about a mk5 all we want, but we know for a fact that the mk4 will at least get a gold pass, right?
Here's my hopium huffing:

Expectations:

• Components and weapons stay the same and are physicalized (if no we riot)
• The cargo bay is widened slightly (Getting out of an ursa or MTC is a little cramped, doesn't neccesarily increase cargo capacity)
• We keep things like swivel thrusters and strutted cockpits but the exterior is modified to better fit the current game and new interior, gets the new stuff from the Apollo/Hermes like the elevator
• "living room" is shuffled a bit to accommodate 2-4 suit lockers, maybe some small windows?
• The Taurus gets better access to it's rear cargo bay + scan masking abilities

Hopes:

• The Aquilia and standard cockpit can be swapped out like the Shiv's cosmetic modules
• Keeps the millennium falcon/ Sulaco/ Serenity vibe instead of going for dark grey and blue like the zeus or polaris (I know it didn't happen with the aurora)
• The Snub gets a better docking port that makes it less visible when docked (and docking actually works)
• The nacelles fold up in landing mode like the original concept to save space
• The landing gear is on the hull instead of the nacelles (somehow, idk) so that they don't just float when they get blown off. maybe the bottom nacelles also fold up, to reveal landing gear?
• The snubs get a small refresh to go along with the Connie changes

Dreams:

• The Andromeda swaps out the snub for a tailgunner manned turret. It's a gunship, so it's meant to stay and fight and does not need a distraction, it needs crew to put fires out when needed. Plus nobody likes dying in the snub and missing out on the rest of the fight. If it needs to be balanced I'm sure nobody would mind loosing a few missiles. (let older backers keep the snub, it can fit in the cargo bay anyway)
• Some of the smaller variants get an extra layer of cargo (vertically), so that they can fit even numbers of larger crates (I doubt anyone would complain, it would still be smaller than the hermes)

Did I miss anything?

Guys, I used post on spectrum a lot. (Have since ceased because I just dont want to keep up with 38.563 forums) I actually have a famous critique, that for some reason, still gets upvotes. Even OVER a year later. It was not removed. (Last upvote was JUNE this year, for some reason, despite post being made Jan 2025)

Image of my post

But this is the kind of shit I see on spectrum that gets people nuked, and this particular guy goes straight to the refunds sub and claims he was banned for liking PvP, and really tried to spin it that way. Even the refunds sub tore him a new asshole for his... "Joke".

The message that got him nuked?

"CR will ban anyone who pirates and personally go to their house and shoot their family dog!"

Also calling people douches.

Which is funny, because here is a quote from Zyloh himself:

"We're not here to protect players from aggressors, pirates, and PvPers. A big part of Star Citizen is about that dichotomy." - Zyloh

CIG is literally in his corner, but swears that they are not.

He claims on reddit to "like the game" but literally all of his posts and comments are bashing the game, and he literally cannot do anything else and has over 1000 comments and posts spanning only two MONTHS. Dude cannot resist trashing the game at any possible opportunity. Which normally would be fine, if he didnt continuously argue in bad faith, especially after the above ban.

On top of the above issue, he is also the first to call people shills, CIG plants/staff, or marketing firms trying to better CIGs name. And this is literally his response to his dogshit takes and critique.

This is the kind of shit I see that gets people nuked from spectrum, and they come here to complain without showing exactly what got them banned.

Edit 2: Even funnier, he is banned till 2034 for additional misconduct.

The Ares Inferno was quite simple to do in any case more than I thought it weighs can and is very solid

The only problem is that the bottom is not so perfect so I think I'll cut it for the next time

It is 30cm long

Thank you for reading

Here is the L22 Wolf I missed it several times and I had to cut it which allowed me to get it

I glued it plugged the holes and I think I paint it in chrome gray

If you have any ideas, questions or things to say, don't hesitate, have a good day

It is 40 cm long

Have a good day

As the comments suggested, it wasn't even close....

Ironclad Assault - 28 167 | 10 174 - Hermes

The Ironclad goes through to Round 2, the Elite Eight, and faces off against today's match up winner, the UTV or the MTC.

Freight for Your Reight to Party - Transport

Are you on the edge of your jump seat? Because this is as unpredictable as it gets, folks. Two first-time Showdown entries and two solar opposites. It’s traditional versus those who laugh in the face of tradition. It’s RSI vs Drake. Can the Hermes’ maximized payload take on the Ironclad’s command module mayhem? Let’s see which hauling hopeful lives to make its final drop.

Vote Now: Ship Showdown 2956 | Star Citizen

Here are the Top 16 Ship Showdown 2956 finalists and their respective brackets for Round 1.

Each day's vote runs for 24 hours from 16:00 UTC. You must be signed in with a valid Star Citizen account, can only vote once per account per day, and can't change your vote once cast.

Round 1 has ships paired by general use or theme. Each Round 1 winner goes on to Round 2 where it will be pitted against the winning ship in the adjacent category. Freighter winner goes up against Road Warrior winner, Pathfinder winner goes up against Underdog, etc.

All Top 16 ships are available to pledge throughout the tournament, and the Elite 8 ships* that survive the first elimination will be available for a Free Fly from 26 August 26 to 2 September.

*Idris-P excluded from the Free Fly event. See forum for details.

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Freighter | Transport

• Hermes vs Ironclad Assault

Road Warrior | Ground Vehicles

• UTC vs MTC

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Pathfinder | Exploration

• Corsair vs Carrack

Underdog | The Little Ones

• Clipper vs Aurora MK II

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Heavy Duty| Industrial

• Mole vs Reclaimer

Run & Gun | Combat

• M80 vs Shiv

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Eclectic Exotic | Alien

• Railen vs Prowler Utility

Big Hitters | Warships

• Perseus vs Idris-P

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24 hours only to vote for your preferred ship in each bracket and see them through to the Elite 8.

Vote each day here: Ship Showdown 2956

Ortho cross section of the RSI Hermes

By EricTheFourier

https://robertsspaceindustries.com/en/comm-link/transmission/21292-This-Week-In-Star-Citizen

Hello everyone,

Last week, we dropped a big Roadmap Update, giving you the first look at 11 new cards tentatively planned for Alpha 4.11, including Nyx I, Starchitect, Planet Tech v5, new weapons, and more. If you haven’t already, check out the Release View for the full list of what’s currently in the works.

Thank you to everyone who has jumped into the Alpha 4.10 PTU with us recently. We’re eager to get this one onto the Live servers, and your participation has been tremendously helpful as we work through the remaining issues.

Keep an eye on Spectrum, as we intend to host a few focused stress tests this week to shore things up ahead of the Live release. We’ve intentionally held this patch back to give the team more time to address key issues and improve performance, with the goal of delivering a noticeably smoother experience when it arrives and building on that progress with each patch that follows.

And finally, a huge thank-you to everyone who joined us at Bar Citizen Denver over the weekend! The team had an incredible time connecting with so many of you and sampling Quantum Rye, a custom brew crafted specifically for the event (it was amazing!).

Next up, we’re crossing the Atlantic for gamescom in Cologne, Germany, on August 28. We can’t wait to reconnect with familiar faces, make new friends, and raise another glass with you!

This week:

Ship Showdown Phase 2 kicks off tomorrow, on Tuesday!

You rallied behind your favorites by sharing hundreds of fantastic creations during Phase 1, and now the Top 16 are ready to go head-to-head. From August 18 through September 2, two ships will face off each day, and it will be up to you to decide who moves forward in the bracket. Rally your crew, campaign for your pick, and make sure to cast your votes to earn an exclusive Spectrum badge along the way. Sixteen enter, but only one will take the crown!

On Wednesday, we're tentatively planning the start of some focused stress tests. Keep an eye on Spectrum for more information soon!

On Friday, the latest RSI Weekly Newsletter also lands in your inbox. If you’re not subscribed yet, you can sign up at any time through your account settings.

Cheers,

Lénaïc "Nicou" Riédinger Community Manager

The Weekly Community Content Schedule

MONDAY, AUGUST 17

• This Week in Star Citizen

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18

• Ship Showdown 2956 - Phase 2 Commences

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21

• RSI Weekly Newsletter

COMMUNITY MVP: August 17, 2026

We're constantly amazed at the contributions made by the Star Citizen community. Whether it's fan art, a cinematic, YouTube guide, or even a 3D print of your favorite ship, we love it all! Every week, we select one piece of content submitted to the Community Hub and highlight it here. The highlighted content creator will be awarded an MVP badge on Spectrum and be immortalized in our MVP section of the Hub.

Visit the Community Hub.

SHIPKHANA

by Fat Bird

Fat Bird is back with another ship highlight! The Shiv has a solid reputation as a heavy fighter, but what about the simpler things, like how fun it is to fly? Embark on a full cinematic and audio adventure that's sure to be a feast for the eyes and ears!

Enjoy it on the Community Hub.