Star Citizen's Squadron 42 surfaces on Steam with new trailer
Squadron 42, the singleplayer portion of Star Citizen, has received a Steam store page listing system requirements and a Q2 2027 release window. A new trailer highlights its military sci-fi tone and appearances by actors such as Mark Hamill and Gary Oldman. The project had been delayed out of 2026, with director Chris Roberts citing a desire to avoid launching alongside Grand Theft Auto 6.
Squadron 42 is the single-player side of Star Citizen. Its new Steam listing includes system requirements and a Q2 2027 release window. The requirements mention no ray tracing or DirectX 12, though the install size is 150GB. A trailer emphasizes military sci-fi, with Mark Hamill, Gary Oldman, Rhona Mitra, and a Game of Thrones alum appearing.
Chris Roberts previously moved the game out of 2026, citing Grand Theft Auto 6. Some observers doubted that explanation, especially after a troubled Star Citizen livestream and a long history of shifting dates. The trailer also shows the male player-character, while Alix Wilton Regan voices the female option.
A confirmed Steam page and 2027 window may give Star Citizen backers and PC players a clearer milestone, potentially renewing interest in crowdfunded space sims. If Squadron 42 meets that date, it could draw attention from single-player sci-fi fans and celebrity-driven marketing. If delayed again, it may deepen skepticism about long-running crowdfunding projects. Its military tone and star cast could shape expectations, but impact likely remains within gaming culture rather than broader society.