Star Citizen Simpit - Gaming Cockpit Systems Overview - 2020 Version

The simpit was designed to be used primarily with Star Citizen, however, it was also designed to be used for Flight Sims and to play any regular games.

Feature List:

Most of the hardware was built from scratch, excepting any retail items such as sticks, etc.

Simpit Integrated Displays
3 Displays on the main dash
1 Heads Down main display
2 MFD displays coupled with Thrustmaster MFD Cougar controls

All integrated displays can make use of or be the target of projected scenes with plugins/custom interface elements, other players points of view, or to manage and run other programs. MFDs can control other programs without the need to Alt-tab between windows via hotkeys. Custom configurable interface elements on a per game basis can be run on each display.

Holographic Display / Targeting Computer
Uses a 'peppers ghost' type hologram to display a transparent overlay in real time of a gunner or another players point of view. This does not block the main display thanks to the hologram being transparent. This can be either done locally, or with extreme low latency streaming. It can also act as a 4th auxilary monitor. It is on an articulated piston arm, allowing it to be moved to anywhere needed.

Integrated Simpit controls
All buttons/switches/dials etc. are functional, able to send USB joystick input to the PC which can be bound in games. All panels attach magnetically and can be replaced for different styles, or a change in the location of the controls.

Responsive Landing System
Landing gear indicator lights that match in game state, including automated landing.

Autopilot Panel
Acts as a button box, or an autopilot toggle for more serious flight sims. Has the ability to be programed on the fly without sending input.

Articulated Accessories
Keyboard, mouse, and G13 gamepad trays allow what conventional controls you need to be moved into reach to convenient locations, or stowed away quickly.

Conventional Hardware (Current Configuration)

Main Display
5120x1440 120hz 32:9 Super Ultrawide 49" VA

Right Stick - Virpil Constellation Alpha
Left Stick - Virpil Constellation Delta with Omnidirectional Throttle mod (A modification to the mounting of the left stick, using a custom angled adapter for the Virpil/Warthog style threads. This aligns the twist axis to an up/down direction to match the coresponding strafe)
MFG Crosswind pedals

Wireless TrackIR sensor, attached to a wireless headset for full freedom.

A standard desktop machine can be connected to the chasis, and due to a custom modular connection, can be powered on via power buttons on the simpit, rather than the PC. All components can be removed without soldering/desoldering.

Chasis cabinet containing the PC hardware, and the simpit hardware is vented by mesh panels and 4 200mm fans.

The Lift by Kevin MacLeod

Hypnothis by Kevin MacLeod

Space 1990-B by Kevin MacLeod

Screen Saver by Kevin MacLeod

Hiding Your Reality by Kevin MacLeod

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[Mrtinnn]

So this dedication is the reason why CIG doesn't run out of money.

[baseleggjaxx]

The manner in which you've adapted / angled the left stick for use as a 'throttle' is pure ingenuity.

[vabrova]

This is a crazy creative simpit. You can see how much thought was given to the layout. Is the next tweak a hydraulic actuated capsule! Well done 👍

[bhayze]

Now you just need a bed, toilet, mini fridge, and hotplate. When SC comes out you can truly become one with the verse lmao

[bowieinc]

I so much appreciate watching someone have a vision and seeing it through. I can’t imagine the effort and missteps you had to endure before having the project come to fruition. A++

[tiarlyn]

I can barely afford to get mounts for my joystick/throttle for my desk. And this man is living inside Star Citizen already. Lmao

[TripLives]

"Luke, you've switched off your targeting computer!"

[MasterayaGT]

I was considering getting some Joysticks for the game but well this is obviously a whole new level. Utterly amazing! Its great to see all the thought that went into the setup! Must be so fun to use! Awesome :D

[uhlspetznaz]

This is the kind of setup I have spent my entire gaming life dreaming about (and I've been gaming since gaming started). If I had the money I'd hire you in a heart beat to come build one for me.

I also can't believe you don't have a larger following given the amount of time and money you must have put into this beast. Well, you earned a sub from me sir. From an old gamer...Well done...Well done indeed.

[amadouderza]

I really think your HOSASAM with middle stick between legs is the best setup for Star Citizen, if only for the fact that it allow you to have a big mousepad, essential for good fps gameplay.

[davidthomason]

Dude this is the coolest thing ive ever seen in my life!

[nicodemuswhodak]

This isn't a simpit it's more of a moneypit. I would LOVE to know a ballpark amount you poured into this. It is utterly breathtaking.

[milehighflyr]

Dude! Totally amazing work you have done here... This really takes immersion to the next level.. Great Job...

[TheUKIDD]

I really hope my current love for setups like this sticks long enough for me to build something like this one day.

[orange_turtle]

Damn this gotta be one of the most dedicated fanbases out there. Forget steering wheels and pedals for forza, bro built an entire plane cockpit with a wrap around screen to fly fictional spaceships in a videogame.

[semiton]

The dedication on this is absolutely insane. I hope to run into you in the verse one day.

[DrummClem]

Let me give another compliment on how awesome this simpit is.
The amount of time and effort you put in this is amazing. Great job dude .

[Cain]

this setup is absolutely ORGASMIC. Jesus christ the degree of care and sheer obsessiveness is jaw dropping. I would absolutely love to see how this all works internally. Like HOW do you have so many screens working in tandem? showing so many different things?

[anonamos]

I like that it even comes with the “wtf did he just say” air traffic controller potato microphone.

[brewdog]

I am turning my old garage into a studio entertainment room and this give me goals for a small corner of the room .