Star Citizen Alpha 3.23 brings one of its most highly anticipated features—the new character customizer, offering unprecedented customization options and a sense of personal ownership over avatars in the persistent universe. This episode dives into the details of the new system, covering everything from face sculpting to hair customization, and even save-and-share character profiles.

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Introduction to the New Character Customizer

Watch this section: 0:10 (3 minutes)
The new character customizer in Alpha 3.23 is a significant upgrade, offering better representation and more customization options. Players can now truly express themselves in the Star Citizen universe. The old DNA system, which allowed blending between faces, has been enhanced with more powerful customization tools that give players greater control over their avatars.

Face Sculpting and DNA Blending

Watch this section: 3:35 (4 minutes)
Face sculpting is a major new feature, allowing players to manipulate specific facial features using adjustable nodes. You can blend different head models, tweak details like noses and eyes, and sculpt faces down to fine details. The DNA system is still in use, but with improvements that allow easier and faster blending between different facial characteristics.

Hair and Beard Customization

Watch this section: 7:40 (3 minutes)
A new hair system has been introduced, including a wide variety of hairstyles, beards, and facial hair options. Hair simulation adds realism, as the hair moves naturally when selecting styles. Players can now customize hair color with a gradient system, mixing different colors for roots and tips to create unique looks. Beard and eyebrow options have also expanded to allow for more culturally diverse choices.

Makeup and Skin Tone Customization

Watch this section: 10:45 (4 minutes)
The customizer also introduces makeup options, allowing players to adjust eye, cheek, and lip makeup. Similar to the hair system, makeup can be fine-tuned by adjusting colors, gloss, and opacity. Skin tone adjustments and realistic textures like freckles and blemishes have also been added, further improving character personalization.

Save and Share Feature

Watch this section: 14:50 (4 minutes)
The save and share feature is a long-requested addition, allowing players to save their custom avatars and even share them with friends. You can export your character to your PC, share it with others, and load different versions into the game as needed. This is the same tool used internally by developers to create NPCs, now available to players in Alpha 3.23.

Key People and Organizations Mentioned:

• Jared Huckaby (Host): Senior Community Manager for Star Citizen.
• Character Customizer Team: The development team responsible for building the new customizer system, which involved collaboration across various departments like lighting, environments, and animation.

Tell Us Your Thoughts:

Excited about the new character customizer? What unique avatars will you create in Alpha 3.23? Share your thoughts in the comments and let us know how you’ll personalize your character in the verse!