Frequently Asked Questions
A list of frequently asked questions, with answers by the development team.
Last updated: 24/02/2024
What is New Citizen?
New Citizen is a modern-themed roleplay adventure game set in the vast open-world environment of the USA. The game focuses mainly on the player, creating an environment that feels alive and that is constantly moving.
Server limitations and expectations
The project is built using Specpixels framework, with the following current limitations set in place. A maximum of (32) players per server, utilizing dedicated machines and or virtual processing servers to host your own. Or rent a server through third party websites.
Where is New Citizen Set?
Set in the vast OpenWorld landscape of the United States
What jobs are included?
New Citizens base game provides the user with (4) default jobs. Due to the nature of the game, being based on player to player interaction creating non-programable experiences, this also provides the end-user with a never ending list of un-scripted job opportunities / gameplay possibilities. Base jobs: (Police Officer, Banker, Paramedic, Citizen)
How can players interact with each other?
The main methods of player to player interaction are, (VoIP) (Text-Chat) general interaction menu (GIM), this allows players to share details such as Name, ID, Currency and much more. Certain jobs such as Police and Paramedic also enable further interactions within the (GIM) such as restrain.
Who is on the development team?
New Citizen is being created by a small team, utilizing Specpixel Entertainment's large network of developers in order to build our project at the best standard achievable for a self-funded project.
How long has NC been in development?
Whilst the project has been in planning for over 3 years by the Director prior to the company "Specpixel" coming too the public eye, New Citizen itself has been in development for 2 years.
Can you join our team?
Positions within the company and or on the New Citizen project are limited to invite only and or application based, general positions are not open to the public unless prior experience on other successful ambitious projects can be proven.
Is their a Discord Server?
Yes, you can join the official New Citizen Discord server and participate in community discussions with others on our platform. Please note to read the community guidelines and rules before taking part in discussion.
How can I help the project?
Participate in our community and provide constructive feedback to our team is the best way too help the project. If your a developer you can visit our careers portal.
Can I see a roadmap?
Yes, you can view the public development roadmap on Steam.
Can we create mods?
Modding support is planned for the project, however this will not be made available to the public until the 1.0 release or later.
Can I play as a police officer?
Yes, the three main factions within the base game are (Law Enforcement, Fire Rescue and Civilian) Depending on the server you are playing on different requirements such as whitelisting's may be required to play as a Police Officer or paramedic.
What is a gamemaster?
A game-master is an in-game administrative player, in-charge of management and staffing of the users experience within that server. Gamemasters are not official representatives of Specpixel and or the project, they are simply assigned users by the server owners. Three staff ranks are in the base game: Moderator, Admin and Super-admin.
Is the studio registered?
Specpixel Entertainment is a registered company. Currently listed under ACN: 653 074 956 - ABN: 17 653 074 956 - SPECPIXEL ENTERTAINMENT PTY LTD.
Can we host servers?
Yes, the server files can be downloaded through Steam
A professional publisher/developer, from Melbourne Australia. We are a small group of game developers, who together have over 45 years of experience in the industry, always working together to bring the best out of our projects, for the rush we get out of people enjoying our content.
ACN: 653 074 956 - ABN: 17 653 074 956 - SPECPIXEL ENTERTAINMENT PTY LTD.
