The June 17, 2026, Roadmap Roundup for Star Citizen introduces several tentative features for Alpha 4.9, including improvements to ship loadout recovery and new equipment.
Notable Changes for Alpha 4.9
The latest update from Cloud Imperium Games outlines five tentative cards added to the Release View for Alpha 4.9:
- Item Recovery: Ship Loadout Improvements: This feature updates ship and item recovery to support custom loadouts. It introduces timed claims, optional expedite fees, freight elevator item claims, and a free recovery option when losses are detected as outside the player’s control.
- Nine Tails Armor Update: Refreshes the appearance of grunts, elites, and boss NPCs for the Nine Tails criminal organization.
- Behring “CQ7” Bullpup Rifle: A battle rifle designed for close-quarters engagements, combining compact bullpup handling with firepower for frontline and boarding combat.
- Ordnance Cargo Holder: Dedicated storage frames for missiles, torpedoes, and bombs placed on cargo grids to improve presentation and handling.
- New Hairstyles (4.9.0): Two new hairstyles and an update to one existing hairstyle to meet current quality standards.
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These additions give players more control over ship customization and recovery, while expanding the game’s visual and combat options.
