Get ready for major changes to cargo and hanger systems in Star Citizen Alpha 3.23! This episode introduces persistent personal hangers, improved cargo handling with freight elevators, and expanded hanger sizes to accommodate bigger ships, all designed to make cargo gameplay more immersive and rewarding.

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Persistent Personal Hangers

Watch this section: 0:25 (4 minutes)
The introduction of persistent personal hangers means players will now be assigned a dedicated hanger based on their home location and the largest ship in their inventory. These hangers serve as a personal space where players can store items, ships, and even invite friends. You can customize your hanger by placing items using the freight elevator system. This feature adds depth to the game, making the hanger feel like your own private oasis.

Freight Elevators and Cargo Management

Watch this section: 4:30 (6 minutes)
The new freight elevator system allows players to manage large volumes of cargo more efficiently. The UI lets you easily transfer items between your ship and the hanger. Cargo handling is streamlined for faster loading and unloading, making multi-crew play more engaging. The system supports containers up to 32 SCU in size, enabling quick loading for large shipments. Strategic placement of items can also speed up the process, especially in multi-crew scenarios.

Item Banks for Quick Access

Watch this section: 10:40 (3 minutes)
Item banks are a new addition to hangers and other locations, offering quick access to personal items like weapons, armor, and tools. Rather than accessing your entire inventory, you can now retrieve specific items instantly via these kiosks. This system improves gameplay flow by allowing faster equipment changes without needing to sort through a full inventory.

Expanded Hanger Sizes

Watch this section: 13:25 (5 minutes)
To accommodate larger ships, hanger sizes have been increased. Large hangers are now 30% bigger, and XL hangers are 20% larger, reducing the risk of ships scraping the walls during landing. This expansion ensures smoother docking and more space for maneuvering. Small and medium hangers remain unchanged, though some medium hangers will now house ships previously categorized as small.

Manual and Automated Cargo Loading

Watch this section: 18:40 (4 minutes)
Cargo loading can now be done manually or through an automated system at commodity terminals. Automated loading offers convenience but comes with a cost and time delay, as cargo is transferred to and from ships while they are stored. This feature allows players to trade commodities without manually moving cargo, though it reduces profit margins compared to manual loading. Different locations will offer varying loading times, with optimized trade hubs providing faster services.

Key People and Organizations Mentioned:

• Jared Huckaby (Host): Senior Community Manager for Star Citizen, guiding viewers through the latest updates.
• Star Citizen Development Team: The collective effort of teams across Austin, Montreal, Los Angeles, Frankfurt, and Manchester to bring these features to life.

Tell Us Your Thoughts:

Excited about the new hanger systems or the revamped cargo gameplay? How do you plan to use these features in Alpha 3.23? Share your thoughts in the comments and let’s discuss!