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Point Defense Turret

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Point Defense Turret
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Point Defense Turrets (PDTs) in the Star Citizen universe are small, innately AI-blade controlled turrets that shoot at hostile missiles, bombs, torpedoes, and hostile ships. Key sections include Development.

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Point Defense Turrets (PDTs) in the Star Citizen universe are small, innately AI-blade controlled turrets that shoot at hostile missiles, bombs, torpedoes, and hostile ships.

Development

  • Alpha 3.24.3: |Star Citizen Alpha 3.24.3 release notes
  • Alpha 4.1.1: The PPB-116 "Pepperbox" missile-based Point Defense Turret was introduced with the 'T' kit of the Idris.
  • Alpha 4.4.0: The MRX "Torrent" ballistic Point Defense Turret was added, included with the Greycat MDC.
  • Alpha 4.8.0: The first Vanduul PDC Turret was introduced with the Mauler.

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