If you are unsure
Wait for a Free Fly event or watch a recent beginner guide before pledging.
New player first-hour route
Star Citizen First Hour Guide
Use the prefilled RSI signup link first, then follow a low-risk route through setup, controls, one easy mission, and starter-package decisions.
Referral firstCode is prefilled
Test safelyFree Fly when available
Buy laterOnly if you want to play
The First Hour
Create the account through the prefilled link
The link includes STAR-SNP2-VKS9. Confirm the referral field before finishing account creation. New accounts get 50,000 UEC when the referral is applied correctly.
Install and set expectations
Star Citizen is still in active development. Expect bugs, test performance early, and avoid spending money until you know your PC and patience are a fit.
Start with controls, inventory, and ship retrieval
Before taking a contract, learn how to open inventory, request your ship, leave a hangar, quantum travel, and return safely.
Run one low-risk mission
A simple delivery or low-pressure bunker mission is better than chasing maximum credits on day one. Your goal is to understand the loop, not optimize immediately.
Choose a starter package only after testing
If you enjoy the first session, compare starter packages. A modest game package is enough; expensive ships are optional and should wait.
Paid referral credit requires qualifying RSI spend, but no one should spend money just to give someone a referral. Test first, buy only if you actually want to play.
Quick Decision Guide
If performance is rough
Try settings changes and server swaps before deciding the game is not for you.
If you want to buy
Pick the cheapest sensible starter package unless an official event deal is clearly better.
Start with the referral already attached
Open RSI from this page and confirm STAR-SNP2-VKS9 before completing signup.