Alpha 4.4: Welcome to Nyx
While the expo floor is busy showing off shiny hulls, the real news is the expansion of the verse. Alpha 4.4 introduces the Nyx system, a location defined by its isolation and harsh beauty. In the lore, Nyx is where "a distant planet silently orbits a dying sun," creating a stark contrast to the corporate-dominated Stanton system.
For players, this means new trade routes, new exploration opportunities, and a distinct shift in atmosphere. If you've been waiting to take your ship into territory that feels less civilized and more like the frontier, Nyx is that destination. It expands the sandbox significantly, offering a new playground for piracy, mining, and those quiet moments where you just stare out the cockpit window at the void.
What ships are free to fly during IAE 2955?
The IAE 2955 Free Fly event is currently active and runs until December 3, 2025. This is arguably the best time of the year to jump in, as Cloud Imperium Games unlocks nearly 200 ships and vehicles for everyone to test. Whether you need a heavy hauler to move cargo or a nimble fighter for bounty hunting, you can fly it for free right now.
If your current ship's fusion drive is humming a bit too loudly or you're just looking to treat yourself to something new with your hard-earned Credits, use this week to test drive everything. Don't buy a pledge ship until you've flown it in the current patch—handling changes often, and this is your chance to see what actually fits your playstyle in the 4.4 meta.
Twitch Drops and Hardware Giveaways
Watching the community this week pays off literally. Twitch Drops are enabled, rewarding viewers with the Epoque armor set. You'll need to link your RSI and Twitch accounts and watch Drops-enabled channels to claim the gear.
Additionally, a massive hardware giveaway kicks off on November 26, 2025. A custom Star Citizen PC, themed specifically after the new Nyx system, is up for grabs. The build will be showcased during a stream on November 25, followed by the contest launch.
Weekly Schedule Highlights
Here is the rundown of official content dropping this week:
- Tuesday: New lore post (Whitley's Guide) and the launch of the Nyx PC giveaway.
- Wednesday: Updates on the Alpha 4.4 development cycle.
- Thursday: Inside Star Citizen is on hiatus, but we get a new episode of Behind The Ships.
- Friday: Star Citizen Live returns with a Q&A session focusing on the newly announced IAE ships.