How much crowdfunding did Star Citizen make?

How much crowdfunding did Star Citizen make?

Star Citizen is a highly anticipated space simulation game developed by Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) and Roberts Space Industries. Since its announcement in 2011, the game has received significant attention, not only for its ambition to create a massive-scale game but also for its unconventional crowdfunding approach. CIG has used a mixture of crowdfunding platforms, Kickstarter, and its own online platform to raise funds. In this article, we will explore how much crowdfunding Star Citizen has received over the years.

From Kickstarter to Own Platform

Star Citizen was initially crowdfunding on Kickstarter in 2012, where it exceeded its initial goal of $500,000, eventually raising over $2.1 million. However, this was just the beginning. CIG decided to take a unique approach, creating its own crowdfunding platform to raise funds for the game’s development. This allows them to have more control over the process and stay closer to their community of backers.

Total Pledges and Funding Received

As of December 2022, Star Citizen has received a staggering total of over $625 million in crowdfunding commitments from its backers. Yes, you read that correctly – over $625 million! This is an incredibly significant amount, making it one of the most-backed games in history.

As you can see from the table above, the initial Kickstarter campaign raised over $2.1 million in 2012-2013. Since then, CIG has continued to raise funds through its self-crowdfunding platform, pushing the total amount to an astonishing $625 million. This is a testament to the dedication and enthusiasm of the Star Citizen community, which has been supporting the game’s development for nearly a decade.

Progress and Milestones

Here are some notable milestones achieved by Star Citizen during its crowdfunding journey:

• Alpha 3.20 Stage: Star Citizen has moved closer to its full commercial release, reaching the alpha 3.20 stage in 2022. This marks significant progress for the game, which will now focus on polishing gameplay, refining mechanics, and enhancing overall player experience.

• Squadron 42 Narrative Campaign: The game has made significant strides in developing its narrative campaign, "Squadron 42," which will feature single-player missions and a immersive storyline.

• Cloud Imperium Games’ own self-crowdfunding approach has allowed the team to bypass traditional publishing routes, retain creative control, and give backers a direct stake in the game’s development.