News & Development

Development updates, roadmap information, and production news for Squadron 42.

Chris Roberts and Squadron 42: The Director's Return

Chris Roberts created Wing Commander and directs Squadron 42. Learn his history, his vision for the campaign, and his role at Cloud Imperium Games.

Squadron 42 Development Time: Why It Took So Long

Squadron 42 has been in development for over a decade. Learn the full timeline from announcement to the Q2 2027 window, and the real reasons behind the delays.

Squadron 42 Feature Complete: What the Milestone Means

CIG declared Squadron 42 feature-complete in 2023. Learn what that milestone means, what came after it, and how close the campaign is to launch.

Squadron 42 News: Development Updates and Announcements

The latest Squadron 42 news: the Steam page launch, the Q2 2027 release window, the Manchester backer playtest, and everything confirmed so far in one place.

Squadron 42 Roadmap: How Progress Is Communicated

Squadron 42 does not use a traditional roadmap. Learn how CIG communicates SQ42 progress today, from progress trackers to Chairman letters to CitizenCon.