Get ready, pilots—CitizenCon 2025 is taking a bold new direction! While this year won’t feature the traditional in-person gathering we’ve come to love, the excitement is far from grounded. Instead, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) has announced CitizenCon Direct, a brand-new digital showcase streaming live on October 11.
🎮 Squadron 42 Progress + Star Citizen Content
CIG reports high energy across the team as they continue to push forward on key milestones, including the highly anticipated release of Squadron 42, now firmly in sight for next year. At the same time, the Star Citizen universe continues to evolve with meaningful improvements and fresh content in every patch.
With so much in motion, CIG is opting for a more streamlined approach to CitizenCon this year—keeping the focus on development while still delivering something special for the community.
📺 What is CitizenCon Direct?
CitizenCon Direct is a free digital livestream event that brings the spirit of CitizenCon directly to fans all over the globe. This isn’t just a scaled-back version—it’s a condensed, high-impact presentation packed with reveals, updates, and surprises.
Whether you’re a die-hard backer or a curious newcomer, this event is shaping up to be a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of the ‘Verse.
🗓️ Key Info
- 📅 Date: October 11, 2025
- 🖥️ Where to Watch: Livestreamed on Twitch and YouTube
- 🎥 Replay: Uploaded to YouTube immediately after the stream
- 💸 Cost: 100% Free
- ⌚ Schedule: Exact times and watch party details coming soon
🥂 Keeping the Community Connected
CIG acknowledges the absence of an in-person CitizenCon this year may be bittersweet for many in the community. But their commitment is clear: focus on quality, push Squadron 42 to the finish line, and keep Star Citizen’s momentum strong through 2025.
In the meantime, global Bar Citizen watch parties will keep the community spirit alive, allowing fans to gather and experience the showcase together.
Stay tuned for more details about the broadcast schedule and how you can participate—whether you’re watching solo or clinking mugs with fellow citizens across the world.
🚀 Final Thoughts
CitizenCon Direct may be a departure from tradition, but it’s packed with potential. With CIG doubling down on development and still finding creative ways to engage the community, October 11th is shaping up to be a celebration worthy of the ‘Verse.
So mark your calendars, clear your comms, and prepare for liftoff—CitizenCon Direct is coming in hot.
Posted by Reaper-SOT | April 14, 2025