Star Citizen – IAE 2955 Highlights ### A Look Back at the Biggest Space Expo of the Year

The Intergalactic Aerospace Expo 2955 has come to an end —
and once again, it proved why it’s the most important annual event for pilots, collectors, and sci-fi fans across the ‘verse.
New ships, massive surprises, community events, and exclusive rewards:
here are the top highlights of this year’s Expo on Orison!

🌤️ Orison as the Stage – The Most Beautiful Expo Yet

For the first time ever, the IAE took place on Orison, the floating city above Crusader.
Its breathtaking sky platforms and the Vision Center created one of the most scenic expo environments Star Citizen has ever seen.

• Stunning hall layouts
• Perfect lighting for screenshots
• Smooth navigation via Skyway shuttles
• Best expo performance to date

Verdict: A stellar location — many players now hope for rotating expo venues in the future.

🚀 The Biggest Ships of the Expo

🔥 RSI Perseus – The Future Heavy Destroyer

One of the Expo’s fan favorites.

• Heavy firepower
• Refined interior and component access
• Huge multicrew potential
• Seen as a “mini-Javelin” by many players

A powerhouse that stole the show.

🛠️ Drake Clipper – The New Multi-Role Wonder

One of the biggest surprises of IAE 2955.

• Solo-friendly
• Medical bed + crafting station
• Strong weapon loadout
• Built for long-range independent missions

Many already call it the ultimate upgraded starter ship.

⚡ Kruger L-22 Alpha Wolf – Racing Dominance

A major highlight for racing enthusiasts.

• Extremely agile
• Fast, responsive tuning
• Designed for competitive circuit flying
• A real challenger for the Origin M50

A new star for competitive pilots.

🛸 Aegis Salvation – Tactical Precision

Aegis presented a sleek, combat-oriented ship that impressed many:

• Excellent weapon layout
• Strong tactical versatility
• Classic Aegis design aesthetic

Perfect for small-scale, controlled engagements.

🔧 Greycat MDC – The Mini Utility Boost

A small vehicle with big impact:

• Micro-transport
• Useful for small outposts and salvage work
• A practical tool for explorers

Not flashy — but incredibly handy.

🏆 Best in Show 2955 – Community Favorites

The four community-selected Ship Showdown finalists received exclusive Best in Show liveries:

• RSI Polaris
• Anvil Asgard
• RSI Zeus Mk II ES
• Anvil Gladiator

This year’s white-and-magenta BIS palette became an instant hit.

🎁 Twitch Drops & Free Fly – A Celebration for Everyone

For the first time ever in Star Citizen history, the IAE introduced Twitch Drops:

• Full armor set
• Earned by watching 4 hours of participating streams
• Massive community activity and watch parties

Combined with the Free Fly, players had access to almost 200 ships at no cost.

It has never been easier to experience Star Citizen.

💬 Community Highlights

• Massive formation flights over Orison
• Screenshot contests and cinematic community videos
• Race events around the floating platforms
• Creator streams — including 24-hour marathons and hall tours

IAE 2955 showcased one of the most active and passionate communities to date.

🧭 Final Verdict: One of the Best IAEs Ever

IAE 2955 delivered on all fronts:

• Exciting new ships for all playstyles
• Major expansions to Wikelo’s offerings
• A visually stunning location
• Free Fly, Twitch Drops, and tons of community energy

If this is a preview of what’s coming in 2956,
the next year of Star Citizen will be unforgettable.

IAE 2955 — An event that brought the entire ‘verse together.