If you're a Star Citizen fan, you already know that Bar Citizen events are where the magic happens. These gatherings are more than just meetups—they're where friendships are formed, stories are swapped, and the Star Citizen community truly comes to life. But as amazing as these events are, pulling them together isn't always easy. That’s why Bar Citizen 2.0 is such a big deal, and it’s going to make things even better for everyone involved, whether you’re a fan attending or a coordinator organizing.
A Special Thanks to the Base Network
Before we look to the future, we must thank the incredible team that’s gotten us this far: The Base Network. For years, they’ve been the backbone of the Bar Citizen website and community. Without their dedication, we wouldn’t be where we are today. Thank you, The Base Network, for your tireless support!
What is Bar Citizen 2.0?
At its heart, Bar Citizen 2.0 is all about taking the community to the next level. It's not just an upgrade to the way events are organized—it's a complete rethink of how the Star Citizen community connects and grows. Bar Citizen has always been about bringing people together in real life, and now, with 2.0, that mission is being supercharged. This initiative aims to create a more unified and supportive structure for the global network of Star Citizen fans.
With Bar Citizen 2.0, the focus is on making the entire experience more scalable and efficient. The introduction of centralized services and automated processes means that events will be smoother to plan, more accessible to attendees, and much easier to manage for coordinators. The idea is to make sure that no matter how large the Star Citizen community becomes, the spirit of Bar Citizen—fun, inclusivity, and passion—remains strong.
Beyond just logistics, Bar Citizen 2.0 is about empowering local coordinators and making sure they don’t have to do everything on their own. It’s about fostering stronger regional connections, ensuring consistency, and creating a seamless experience for fans, whether they’re attending a local meetup or a massive event like CitizenCon. Ultimately, Bar Citizen 2.0 is designed to scale with the Star Citizen community as it grows, while staying true to its roots.
A Better Experience for Coordinators and Attendees
So, what’s new with Bar Citizen 2.0? Well, it’s all about providing coordinators with the support they need to run successful events, but only when they need it. If you’re a seasoned coordinator who enjoys handling the details like vendor outreach, scheduling, and promotion, that’s awesome—you can continue doing what you love. But for those moments when the workload feels overwhelming or you just need a little extra help, a new shared services team is ready to assist you and make things easier.
Whether you need assistance reaching out to venues, handling vendor requests, or promoting your event, the support is there. You’re still in control of your event, but now you’ve got a team to back you up whenever you need them. And with the introduction of new tools and automation, even tasks like event registration and approvals will be faster, smoother, and less of a headache—allowing you to focus on creating a fun and engaging experience for everyone.
For those of us attending, this means even more opportunities to enjoy well-organized Bar Citizen events. Picture showing up at a gathering with exclusive Star Citizen merchandise, cool activities, and maybe even regional or global meetups fully backed by Cloud Imperium Games (CIG). Bar Citizen 2.0 is all about retaining that familiar social experience while expanding to support the influx of new citizens arriving with 4.0, SQ42 and 1.0 in the future.
Looking Ahead
And there's more—Bar Citizen 2.0 isn’t just about making things easier for coordinators, it’s also about keeping the community active and growing. There's new systems being created to assist with the health of local Bar Citizen groups. Are they growing? Have they hosted a few events recently? Or maybe they've gone a bit quiet? This helps the shared services team know when to reach out and offer support or give a shout-out or thank you package to the coordinators who are crushing it with their events.
One of the coolest parts is the plan to reduce burnout and isolation for coordinators by setting up regional Discords. We all know the feeling of trying to do something big alone—it’s tough! Bar Citizen 2.0 aims to bring coordinators together, so no one is left feeling overwhelmed. Regional hubs will make it easier to collaborate, share ideas, plan regional events and keep things rolling even when life gets busy.
As a fan, this is huge. It means easier access to events, a more connected community, and a whole new level of excitement. The plans for the updated website and new Discord integration will help you find events near you with just a few clicks. Whether it’s your first Bar Citizen or your 15th, you’ll be able to plug in, meet new friends, and stay connected with your favorite game.
In short, Bar Citizen 2.0 is a game changer. It’s going to make new events easier, allow smaller groups to feel connected to the larger community and enable other events to grow larger, better, and more fun for everyone involved. Coordinators get the help they deserve, and attendees get to experience events that are next-level awesome. The Star Citizen community is about to grow even stronger, and we can’t wait to see what comes next! So, whether you're organizing or attending, get ready for the next evolution of Bar Citizen. You won’t want to miss it!
TL;DR
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* Bar Citizen 2.0 is designed to scale with the Star Citizen community as it grows, while staying true to its roots.
* Bar Citizen 2.0 enhances the Bar Citizen experience, offering more support (when needed) for coordinators improving experiences for attendees.
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New centralized services and automation tools make event planning smoother and more efficient, but coordinators still have the freedom to run events their way.
* New website, shared services and regional discords make it easier for coordinators to collaborate, share ideas, and prevent burnout, keeping the community active and thriving.
Get Involved!
We’re excited about the future of BCI. From building a new website to launching exciting new projects, we’re committed to creating more opportunities for Star Citizen fans to connect and thrive. If you desire to assist with the Shared Services Team please email: [email protected] with detailed information on what type of service/advice you could provide for the community.
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