September kicks off with a packed schedule for Star Citizen players. The Ship Showdown winner has been decided, Alpha 4.3.1 is heading to PTU soon, and CitizenCon 2025 is just weeks away. On top of that, No Man’s Sky just dropped a massive Voyagers update that has the community buzzing.

Polaris Wins the Ship Showdown 2025

The RSI Polaris has officially claimed victory in this year’s Ship Showdown. While some fans were hoping for underdogs like the Zeus or Mercury Star Runner to make the finals, the Polaris dominated the vote and secured its spot as the community favorite.

The event sparked plenty of discussion, with players suggesting changes for next year — like adding separate brackets for capital ships or creating a “meme ship” category to give lesser-used models a chance.

Alpha 4.3.1 PTU, Onyx Facilities, and New Features

The Alpha 4.3.1 patch is expected to hit the PTU soon, with a potential live release later this month. Highlights include:

  • Onyx Facilities Expansion – The science wing opens, featuring new missions and a possible boss fight rumored to involve Dr. Jorrett.

  • Ship Shop Updates – Fleet Week ships like the Asgard, MTC, and Guardian MX are expected to arrive in shops for purchase with in-game currency.

  • Improved Stability – Recent free-fly tests showed fewer server issues than previous years, suggesting the game is becoming more stable overall.

Players are also debating whether the Idris-P and other capital ships will be added to shops or remain locked behind limited sales.

CitizenCon 2025: What to Expect

CitizenCon Direct lands on October 11, 2025, and the community is buzzing about potential reveals. Likely highlights include:

  • A possible Squadron 42 release date

  • New gameplay showcases, possibly including base building and crafting

  • Updates on Nyx and other unreleased star systems

  • Fresh trailers, ships, and events

Developers are keeping details under wraps, but it’s clear CitizenCon will shape the next phase of Star Citizen’s roadmap.

No Man’s Sky Voyagers Update Changes the Game

Hello Games dropped the Voyagers update (v6.0), and it’s one of the biggest overhauls yet. Key features include:

  • Custom Corvette-Class Starships – Build, decorate, and explore fully walkable interiors with med-bays, mission decks, and crew quarters.

  • Seamless EVA & Skydive Transitions – Hop between ships and stations without loading screens.

  • Group Exploration Improvements – Multiplayer missions get smoother coordination and better shared objectives.

Voyagers has reignited player interest, pushing No Man’s Sky to its highest concurrent player count since launch. While it doesn’t directly compete with Star Citizen’s deeper simulation, it’s giving players a more accessible, fast-paced alternative.