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Tracking Squadron 42 — the single-player campaign from Cloud Imperium Games
2026 Release Window
Jan 20262026 windowDec 2026
No specific release date has been announced by CIG. 2026 is their stated target window.
What is it?
Squadron 42 — the single-player campaign
Squadron 42 is a single-player, story-driven space game set in the same universe as Star Citizen. Developed by Cloud Imperium Games, it follows a new UEE Navy recruit through a cinematic military campaign — think Wing Commander for a new generation.
The game features a star-studded cast including Mark Hamill, Gary Oldman, Gillian Anderson, Henry Cavill, and Andy Serkis, with full motion-capture performances throughout.
Unlike Star Citizen's persistent multiplayer universe, Squadron 42 is a standalone, offline-capable campaign. CIG has confirmed a 2026 release target — no specific date has been announced.
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Cast
Mark Hamill, Gary Oldman, Gillian Anderson, Henry Cavill, Andy Serkis, and John Rhys-Davies — the full confirmed cast with roles and official sources.
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Every official CIG statement on the Squadron 42 release window, in one place. 2026 target confirmed.
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Single-player or multiplayer? One purchase or two? The key differences explained from official CIG sources.
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What is Squadron 42? Who's in the cast? When does it release? Is it included with Star Citizen? Answers from official CIG communications only.
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