Game information
StatusPlayable
SettingSci-Fi
PlatformWindows PC
Business modelPaid game-package/pledge access with optional ship and cosmetic purchases
DeveloperCloud Imperium Games
Release / testingPlayable Alpha; Alpha 4.9 is live in 2026
PvPOpen-world PvP and PvE throughout the Persistent Universe
PerspectiveFirst person with third-person camera options
World typePersistent Universe using server-meshing technology
Last checkedVerified August 17, 2026
Latest news
2026-08-16 • Development
Star Citizen Alpha 4.10 testing continues on PTU
CIG's developer tracker shows active Alpha 4.10 PTU patch testing and bug-fix discussion.
2026-08-12 • Development
Roadmap Roundup — August 12, 2026
CIG published its latest roadmap update explaining current development changes and priorities.