Following these steps will help you get the most out of Star Citizen.
Create an Account
Using the following steps and referral code will lock you in for at least a 5,000 in-game credit bonus. Several times throughout the year this will also give you a small EXTRA ground vehicle or small ship that is generally a $20-$40 value or a set of armor and personal weapon which is a $20ish value.
- Copy this Referral Code:
- Go to this link: https://robertsspaceindustries.com/enlist
- Enter your information and that referral code if it isn't already auto-populated.
Buy a Game Package
- Browse to Shop -> Pledge Store -> Game Packages
- Select the Game Package that is right for you and add it to your cart. We recommend the Cutter for a decent all-around starter ship. If you need help check out our Star Citizen Ship Buying Guide. Remember: you can always melt this package for store credit and purchase another one with the store credit with zero penalty.
- Proceed through checkout.
Install Star Citizen
- Go to the Download page or click this link: https://robertsspaceindustries.com/en/download
- Download and install the launcher.
- Run the Launcher. It will be installed as "RSI Launcher".
- Log into the Launcher.
- The game will default to installing to your "C" drive. If that is not an SSD you'll want to click the gear icon and change the installation destination to a drive that is an SSD. This game MUST be installed on an SSD or you will suffer single digit framerates and extreme stuttering rendering the game unplayable.
Enjoy!