TL;DR
BoredGamer breaks down the newly revealed Origin Jump Works M80 heavy fighter in Star Citizen, analyzing its design, likely loadout, and expected price. The ship is a single-seat heavy fighter expected to go on sale on Origin Day during Drake Defense Con on the 16th.
Key points
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The Origin M80 is a single-seat heavy fighter with a sleek, fast-focused design reminiscent of Krueger aesthetics and the M50 DNA
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Estimated loadout includes two size-4 hardpoints per side and integrated missile pods with four size-1 missiles per side
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BoredGamer expects the M80 to be interceptor/interdiction-focused rather than a heavily armed brawler, prioritizing speed over firepower
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The ship goes on sale during Origin Day at Drake Defense Con on the 16th; BoredGamer estimates price between $250-$300, though his contact Zen expects it to be cheaper
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CIG is deliberately revealing ships early to control marketing and prevent leaks, a strategy BoredGamer explicitly approves of
Key arguments
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If you want the M80, mark Origin Day on the 16th during Drake Defense Con as the purchase window
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Budget between $250-$300 based on BoredGamer's estimate, though it could be lower
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The M80 suits players who want an interceptor playstyle over a traditional brawler heavy fighter
Notable quotes
“It doesn't have to be all glass and no cannon.”
“CIG have taken control of that and gone, well before anyone can leak anything we're going to be in control of the marketing for these sort of things.”
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