Welcome to the 'verse! In Star Citizen, you can be whoever you want and explore the stars on your own terms. You can mine ore, haul cargo, hunt bounties, become a mercenary, or even take up a life of crime. Fly and drive a vast variety of vehicles and play how you want to play - the possibilities are endless.
The galaxy's premier annual aerospace event, the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo, is back on microTech, and we're celebrating the occasion by launching a Free Fly event! From November 18 through November 30, you have the chance to try some of Star Citizen's most iconic vehicles for free. All you have to do is create an account, download the game and jump into the fun. For more details on this year's Intergalactic Aerospace Expo, please head over to the official site. Read on, bold adventurer, for tips on getting started, how to join our thriving community, and resources to improve your skills.
Where's my ship? As you take your first steps into the expansive Star Citizen universe, you might be wondering where to find your ship. Fear not. You’ve come to the right place.
Initially, there’s a lot to take in. But don’t worry, there’s no right or wrong way to play Star Citizen. The entire point is immersing yourself in the game world. Stanton is vast, and it’s easy to get lost simply traversing the spaceport. Slow down, relax, and get acclimated to your surroundings and the controls.
When you’re ready to take to the skies and see what else is out there, you’ll want to find your ship. Follow our detailed Getting Started guide to help you do just that.
I'm in my ship! Now what? Star Citizen currently takes place in the Stanton system, a corporate-controlled commerce hub filled with near-limitless opportunity (additional systems are currently in development). There are four planets and twelve moons in Stanton, each with their own points of interest. From massive cities to small outposts, busy space stations to creepy cave systems, blizzard-kissed mountains to sprawling tundra, there’s plenty to see. Spool up your quantum drive and explore wherever and however you want.
How do I make money and where do I spend it? Now that you’re out there exploring the ‘verse, it’s time to earn some credits. One way to do this is to run a mission. Open your mobiGlas (F1), navigate to your mission manager, and accept any available mission in one of many categories, from exciting high-stakes parcel delivery to earning your stripes as a bounty hunter. Consult our Missions and Contracts guide for more details.
Completing these missions earns credits that can be used to purchase a wide variety of items from shops found at most space stations and landing zones. Weapons, armor, clothing, ship parts, components, and even ships and vehicles are available for in-game purchase.
Still need help? Guide System Welcome Hub Having trouble logging in? Guide System The best way to learn the tricks of the trade is from the citizens who have already mastered them. The Guide System gives you an easy way to find knowledgeable members of the community to help you get started or hone your skills in a particular role or profession.
Welcome Hub No matter your style of play, the Welcome Hub is a one-stop shop when it comes to getting started. Alongside the Guide System, there are a wealth of tutorials and how-tos to kickstart your personal journey into the Stanton system. Looking for a deeper dive on something specific? Our in-depth Knowledge Base has all the detail you could ask for on anything from controls to in-game reputation.
Having trouble logging in? Getting an error when trying to log in? These things can happen, especially during massive events. The Status Page gives you an overview of the Persistent Universe, matchmaking, and platform along with reports of any outages.
A Universe Built by Community Emergent Gameplay Emergent gameplay refers to situations, scenarios, and events that happen either organically or are planned by the community, rather than the developers. Being an open universe, Star Citizen has no shortage of these!
From in-game racing competitions and large-scale player-vs-player battles to roleplay events, the community employs the robust systems and mechanics of Star Citizen to create unique ways to play.
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Become Part of the Community The Star Citizen community is always buzzing with activity, and there are a few places where you can see what they’re up to. Spectrum is your go-to place to discuss the game, find an organization, or just chat with fellow citizens. The Community Hub highlights the amazing creations the community has made, including videos, galleries, livestreams, podcasts, and more.
Join an Organization! Whether you’re looking to make a name hunting bounties, join a convoy of cargo haulers, or crew up to explore the stars, the easiest way to find like-minded citizens is to join an Organization. Organizations are groups of players with their own distinct story, look, and goals. Each one has an archetype and a selection of activities that they focus on. Check out the Organizations section of Spectrum and join one today, or check out our Organizations hub for more info if you aren't quite ready to join up.
LATEST FEATURES Intergalactic Aerospace Expo 2952 100 Player Servers Reclaimer Derelicts and Settlements AI Improvements Intergalactic Aerospace Expo 2952 The Intergalactic Aerospace Expo, or IAE, will take place at the Tobin Convention Center on microTech from November 18 through November 30, giving everyone the opportunity to see some of Star Citizen's most iconic ships up close as different manufacturers are showcased each day. Check out the Free Fly schedule and take advantage of being able to test-fly almost 120 vehicles for free! Find answers to your burning questions in the IAE 2952 FAQ, and we have also put together an informative guide with all the sights so you don't miss out on anything!
100 Player Servers With the release of Alpha 3.17.2, the capacity of servers is doubling to 100 players per server, allowing more pilots to participate in large-scale dynamic events, community events, PvP encounters, and more. This change is a meaningful and crucial step towards the full experience of our shared massive universe, and we're happy to report that the team is making excellent progress.
Reclaimer Derelicts and Settlements Brand new points of interest, built out of derelict Aegis Reclaimers, have been scattered throughout the Stanton system in this update. Explore floating wrecks and uncover the mysteries within, but stay on your toes as you’re not the only one looking for loot. Plus, venture into the overgrown Reclaimer settlement on the surface of microTech, filled with missions, loot, and hostile AI galore.
AI Improvements To complement the new points of interest in Stanton, new features have been added to the AI that you’ll encounter on your adventures. AI NPC characters can now be found walking on planet surfaces, as well as reinforcing their fallen comrades in NPC-controlled dropships, further adding to the challenges you’ll face in the ‘verse.