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technology20 hours ago•2 min saved

Star Citizen crosses $1B in crowdfunding as devs push toward 1.0

Star Citizen has surpassed $1 billion in crowdfunding from more than 6.5 million backers since 2012, fueling ongoing development toward a first 1.0 release and continued expansion of the universe with backer-funded content. The project, led by Chris Roberts at Cloud Imperium Games, has used unconventional marketing like the Anvil Odin/ Odin Founders Club sale and plans to keep adding content even after 1.0, with Squadron 42 targeting a 2026 finish in a perpetually evolving space sim universe.

via TechSpot|

#chris-roberts #cloud-imperium-games #crowdfunding

gaming2 days ago•21 min saved

Star Citizen Reaches $1B in Crowdfunding as Squadron 42 Nears Completion

Star Citizen has hit $1 billion in lifetime funding through crowdfunding, with all proceeds reinvested into development and operations. Cloud Imperium Games says Squadron 42 is in the closing stages, while no firm release date has been set for Star Citizen’s 1.0; the team emphasizes fan involvement and transparency as the marketing push for Squadron 42 begins.

via Variety|

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gaming2 months ago•71 min saved

Star Citizen backlash as breach disclosure lands weeks late

Cloud Imperium Games revealed a data breach that exposed metadata, contact details, usernames, dates of birth, and names, but waited five weeks after the January 21 incident to inform players. CIG says no financial data or passwords were stolen and that it contained the breach, yet the delayed disclosure has sparked fury among players and raised GDPR-related concerns for a UK-based company amid a long-running, heavily invested community.

via Windows Central|

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technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Star Citizen maker reports January breach exposing only basic user details

Cloud Imperium Games disclosed that on January 21, 2026 attackers gained read-only access to some backup systems, exposing limited personal data (metadata, contact details, username, date of birth, and name). The company says no credentials or financial information were stored in the affected systems, no passwords were impacted, and there is no evidence yet that any data was leaked online; the incident is being monitored and could pose phishing risks for users.

via BleepingComputer|

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gaming4 months ago•2 min saved

Star Citizen Builds Hype Ahead of Early Access, 1.0 Roadmap Unfolds

Star Citizen, Cloud Imperium Games’ sprawling space RPG funded by crowdfunding (over $900 million), is inching toward an early-access release next year with a longer-term 1.0 launch on the horizon. A gameplay snippet from Digital Dreams hints at ship customization, space combat, NPC interactions, bounty quests, and a law system across a vast universe, though Squadron 42 remains without a release date. While fans of Mass Effect and Starfield are excited, some observers warn the project could be heavy on visuals with limited substance, with a few labeling it a potential scam.

via GAMINGbible|

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gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

Star Citizen Crowdfunding Hits $700M with No Release Date in Sight

Star Citizen has surpassed $700 million in crowdfunding but still lacks a release date. Despite launching Alpha 3.23 and planning for Alpha 4.0 in 2024, the game's commercial release remains uncertain. The project, led by Cloud Imperium Games and Chris Roberts, continues to face criticism and skepticism over its prolonged development and expensive virtual items.

via IGN|

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gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Star Citizen Nears 1.0 Release After Years of Development and Reorganization"

Cloud Imperium Games' CEO, Chris Roberts, hinted that Star Citizen, after a decade and $670m, may soon move into a 1.0 release, representing a "finish line" for the game. The new server meshing tech is aiding this progress, with 2024 anticipated to be a significant year for the universe of Star Citizen. The studio recently faced layoffs and departures, with the company citing "normal processes" for the staffing changes.

via Eurogamer.net|

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gaming2 years ago•4 min saved

"Star Citizen Nears 1.0 Release After Years of Development and Reorganization"

Cloud Imperium Games CEO Chris Roberts indicates that the long-awaited 1.0 release of Star Citizen may be on the horizon, with recent tech milestones and the completion of Squadron 42 contributing to the progress. The achievement of seamless player travel between star systems on different servers marks a significant step towards the MMO's 1.0 release, enabled by the "server meshing" technology. The company is now focused on launching server meshing in Star Citizen Alpha 4.0 and plans to deliver large updates and new features as they push towards the 1.0 goal. Roberts has relocated to Austin to be closer to development teams, and the company is reorganizing as it charges full steam ahead towards the game's finish line.

via PC Gamer|

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gaming2 years ago•3 min saved

"Star Citizen: A 12-Year Journey to $669 Million"

After 12 years and $669 million in crowdfunding, the space sim Star Citizen is still in alpha, with a 1.0 launch on the horizon. Developer Cloud Imperium Games plans to accelerate features from Squadron 42 into the game and aims for a stable, polished release. Recent changes include a controversial relocation plan and layoffs, with senior game director Rich Tyrer now overseeing development. Despite the long journey, Chris Roberts is determined to finish strong, quoting Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius: "What we do now echoes in eternity."

via IGN|

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gamingtech2 years ago•2 min saved

"Star Citizen's Latest Trailer Showcases Impressive Technological Progress and Stunning Visuals"

Cloud Imperium Games showcases the impressive progress of Star Citizen and Squadron 42 in a new trailer, highlighting the advanced capabilities of the "Star Engine." The trailer demonstrates seamless transitions between diverse environments, characters engaging in activities across vast distances, and the absence of loading screens. While the gameplay may not be fundamentally different from other space titles, the ambitious development and substantial crowdfunding budget have allowed CIG to create one of the most technologically ambitious game engines ever witnessed. Squadron 42 is now feature-complete and entering the polishing phase, indicating progress despite the lengthy development timeline.

via TechSpot|

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gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

Star Citizen's Squadron 42 Achieves "Feature-Complete" Status After 11 Years

Cloud Imperium Games has announced that Squadron 42, the standalone single-player campaign for Star Citizen, is now "feature-complete" and in the polishing phase. The game, which has faced multiple delays since its original announcement in 2014, is still without a release window. The studio is focusing on AI, narrative, and cinematics, and players can expect to see more updates and progress on Star Citizen's persistence.

via Eurogamer.net|

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gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

Star Citizen's Squadron 42 Achieves Feature Completion, Awaits Release

After over a decade since its announcement, the single-player campaign Squadron 42 of the controversial space sim Star Citizen is now "feature complete," according to developer Cloud Imperium Games (CIG). Squadron 42, which was originally part of the Star Citizen Kickstarter campaign in 2012, has faced numerous delays and setbacks. The game features a star-studded cast including Mark Hamill, Gary Oldman, and Gillian Anderson. While no release window has been announced, CIG has begun work on the beta and final release stages. Star Citizen has raised over $616 million from 4.8 million accounts, making it one of the most financially successful video game projects to date.

via IGN|

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gamingtech2 years ago•1 min saved

"Star Citizen Reaches Alpha 3.20 After $600 Million Investment"

Star Citizen, the long-running space sim game, has reached the Alpha 3.20 stage with its latest update, "Fully Loaded." The update includes an overhaul of the Arena Commander mode, new PvP modes, maps, racetracks, missions, and ships. Notably, the update introduces the MISC Hull C ship, priced at $500, and adds automatic cargo loading and unloading at space stations. Star Citizen has raised over $600 million through crowdfunding, making it one of the most controversial projects in gaming.

via IGN|

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gaming3 years ago•2 min saved

Star Citizen's Latest Update Sparks Frustration and Backlash Among Players.

Star Citizen developer Cloud Imperium Games is still struggling with login and server issues after the release of its latest update, Alpha 3.18, which includes Persistent Entity Streaming tech. The game's platform is currently operational but has been given the status of Partial Outage owing to problems with its persistent universe and electronic access. The developer has apologised for the "super rough start" and is working to resolve the issues as quickly as possible.

via Eurogamer.net|

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