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Star Citizen tops $1B funding, remains in early access after 9 years

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Star Citizen, a highly ambitious space simulation game, has surpassed $1 billion in funding from over 6.5 million backers. Despite its extensive development period, which began with a Kickstarter in 2012, the game remains in an alpha state nine years after its early access release. The developer, Cloud Imperium Games, led by Chris Roberts, believes this crowdfunding model allows for the patient development of their expansive vision. The single-player component, Squadron 42, is reportedly in its final stages but also lacks a confirmed release date. AI

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Star Citizen tops $1B funding, remains in early access after 9 years

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Kris Holt) ·

    Star Citizen has raised $1 billion, remains in early access after nine years

    Single-player spin-off Squadron 42 is "in the closing stages" but doesn't have a release date either.

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    📰 Star Citizen has raised $1 billion, remains in early access after nine years Single-player spin-off Squadron 42 is "in the closing stages" but doesn't have a

    📰 Star Citizen has raised $1 billion, remains in early access after nine years Single-player spin-off Squadron 42 is "in the closing stages" but doesn't have a release date either. 📰 Source: Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews 🔗 Link: https://www.engadget.com/2180552/star…

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