Star Citizen is an ambitious multiplayer space simulation video game in development by Cloud Imperium Games, led by director Chris Roberts. Announced in 2012, it began with a highly successful Kickstarter campaign and has evolved from concepts originally intended for the 2003 game Freelancer. The project combines space trading, combat, and exploration in a persistent universe, and includes a separate single-player campaign known as Squadron 42.
The game is notable for its unprecedented crowdfunding success, having raised nearly $900 million from backers over more than a decade, making it one of the most funded video projects in history. Despite this, it remains in alpha stage with no final release date, drawing attention for its scale, prolonged development, and the continued support of its player community.
Recently, Star Citizen has been in the news due to milestones highlighting both its financial achievements and ongoing development status. Multiple outlets have reported that the game is approaching $900 million in total funds raised while still being in alpha after 13 years. Concurrently, development updates have been shared, including new alpha releases introducing locations like the Nyx system and behind-the-scenes features on ships such as the RSI Perseus, showing active progress alongside persistent questions about a final release.
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