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gaming11 hours 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|

#cloud-imperium-games #cybersecurity #data-breach

technology2 days 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|

#cloud-imperium-games #data-breach #personal-data

gaming1 month 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|

#cloud-imperium-games #crowdfunding #early-access

gaming2 months ago•2 min saved

Star Citizen's Squadron 42 to Offer Over 40 Hours of Gameplay, On Track for 2026 Release

Star Citizen's single-player spin-off, Squadron 42, is nearing completion with a 40-hour content, a star-studded voice cast, and a planned release in 2026, after 14 years of development, though delays are still possible.

via GAMINGbible|

#game-development #gaming #release-date

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Epic 2026 RPG Combines Mass Effect and Starfield

Squadron 42, a highly anticipated space RPG by Cloud Imperium Games with Hollywood stars like Gary Oldman and Henry Cavill, is set for a 2026 episodic release, featuring space combat, FPS elements, and character interactions, drawing comparisons to Mass Effect and Starfield.

via GAMINGbible|

#2026-release #hollywood-cast #space-rpg

technology6 months ago•1 min saved

Star Citizen's Squadron 42 Aims for 2026 Launch, Rivaling GTA 6's Impact

Star Citizen is expected to launch in 2027 or 2028, with Squadron 42 releasing around 2026, featuring a Hollywood cast and described as 'Top Gun meets Star Wars,' marking a significant milestone after over a decade of development.

via Wccftech|

#chris-roberts #release-date #space-simulation

gaming1 year 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|

#alpha-323 #chris-roberts #cloud-imperium-games

gaming1 year 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|

#chris-roberts #cloud-imperium-games #game-development

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|

#chris-roberts #cloud-imperium-games #gaming

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|

#chris-roberts #cloud-imperium-games #controversy

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Star Citizen and Homeworld Unite in Epic New RTS Game on Steam"

Falling Frontier, a new RTS game blending the visual style of Star Citizen with the grandeur of Homeworld, is set to launch on Steam in 2025. The game features complex space strategy, including base building, army raising, and colony forging, with a focus on tension and drama in a vast, procedurally generated universe. Players can manage individual commanders and crew members, customize ships, and engage in in-depth combat. Falling Frontier promises a unique and immersive galactic adventure for strategy game enthusiasts.

via PCGamesN|

#falling-frontier #gaming #homeworld

gamingtechnology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Star Citizen Unveils Exclusive $48,000 'Everything Pack' for High-Spending Players"

Star Citizen, a space simulation game still in alpha after over a decade, has released a $48,000 "Legatus Pack" which includes 187 ships and hundreds of accessories. This pack, which costs roughly two-thirds of the median annual household income in the US, is available only to members of the game's Chairman's Club, who have already spent at least $1,000. Despite the high price, an analysis shows that the inflation-adjusted average price-per-ship has decreased by about 12 percent since 2019. The game has raised over $658 million to date, with a record $117 million in the last year alone, indicating a strong, ongoing financial support from its community. However, some fans express concern over the optics of selling expensive DLC for a game that has yet to be fully released.

via Ars Technica|

#crowdfunding #game-development #gamingtechnology

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|

#cloud-imperium-games #crowdfunding #gamingtech

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|

#cloud-imperium-games #game-development #gaming

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|

#cloud-imperium-games #gaming #space-sim