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‘Squadron 42’ Video Game Release Nears as Cloud Imperium Opens Steam Wishlist

Cloud Imperium opens Steam wishlist for Squadron 42, set to release in Q2 2027.

By · Published October 11, 2026  08:35 UTC · Updated October 11, 2026  09:24 UTC

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When is Squadron 42 set to release?

Q2 2027

What is Squadron 42?

A single-player spinoff of Star Citizen

What is the minimum PC requirement for Squadron 42?

Surprisingly low, according to Wccftech

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 7 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 7 distinct news outlets with 8 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 5.
  • Primary Driver: Cloud Imperium opens Steam wishlist for Squadron 42, set to release in Q2 2027.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

The Steam wishlist for Squadron 42, a single-player spinoff of Star Citizen, has been opened by Cloud Imperium. According to coverage from IGN, the game boasts a large cast, including several notable actors, and has been showcased in a recent trailer.

The game's minimum PC requirements are surprisingly low, according to Wccftech, but fans will still have to wait for its release. Coverage from Polygon highlights the game's official cast reveal, which includes several well-known actors.

Variety notes that the game's release is nearing, with the Steam wishlist now open for fans to add the game to their wishlists. Cloud Imperium has been working on Star Citizen for several years, and the single-player spinoff is a major part of the game's development.

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