"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."