Overview

• In an interview reported by La Presse, Roberts reaffirmed a 2026 window for Squadron 42 and a 2027–2028 target for Star Citizen 1.0, positioning the former as “almost as big an event” as Grand Theft Auto 6.
• Roberts indicated Squadron 42’s release would steer clear of GTA 6’s May 26, 2026 launch, with reporting suggesting a later 2026 timeframe.
• Public trackers put Star Citizen’s crowdfunding at roughly $858–$859 million, while some outlets report Roberts has internally cited a total exceeding $1 billion, a figure not reflected in the public tally.
• The cinematic push is anchored by a high-profile cast for Squadron 42, including Gary Oldman, Mark Hamill, Gillian Anderson, and Henry Cavill.
• Coverage notes persistent skepticism over the project’s prolonged timeline and shifting targets, even as CIG runs a limited “free fly” period letting new players try Star Citizen at no cost through September 2.