NEW RECRUIT ENLISTMENT // ALPHA 4.8 // 2026 SEASON
Enter at account creation — free aUEC bonus
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Get Started with an additional 95,000 aUEC .
+50,000
Referral Bonus
+
+45,000
Tutorial Reward
=
95,000
Day One aUEC
Elite armor set (~25,000 aUEC)
Med-pen loadout x10 (~12,000 aUEC)
3× ship repair calls (~18,000 aUEC)
Emergency aUEC reserve (~40,000)
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account creation on robertsspaceindustries.com
It cannot be applied retroactively.
account creation on robertsspaceindustries.com
It cannot be applied retroactively.
No subscription required
Starter packages from $45 USD
Windows PC only — not on Steam / PS5
Starter packages from $45 USD
Windows PC only — not on Steam / PS5
BASIC TRAINING // ONBOARDING PROTOCOL
Star Citizen Beginner Guide 2026
A structured 7-section onboarding protocol for new Citizens entering Alpha 4.8. Each section covers one phase of your first session — from hardware check to your first 500,000+ aUEC payday. Follow them in order, or jump directly to the section you need.
LIVE: ALPHA 4.8
WIPES ACTIVE
PC ONLY — NO STEAM / PS5
BASED ON CMDR QUATTRO’S GUIDE
7-STEP TRAINING PROTOCOL
// FOLLOW IN ORDER FOR BEST RESULTS
01 // WELCOME
Welcome to the ‘Verse
Alpha state explained, progression wipes, minimum hardware spec clearance (CPU, GPU, RAM, SSD), and known alpha bug workarounds for your first session.
02 // SHIPS
Selecting a Game Package
Aurora MKII vs Drake Cutter vs Avenger Titan vs CNOU Nomad vs Cutlass Black. Stats, roles, and the CCU upgrade system explained. Pick the right hull before you spend a dollar.
03 // INSTALL
Purchasing & Installing SC
Game Package vs Standalone distinction, the 5-step install protocol, SSD requirement, and how to apply referral code STAR-PTQ3-57MN for 50,000 free aUEC at account creation.
04 // LOCATION
Selecting a Home Location
Stanton vs Pyro for beginners. Lorville (Hurston) recommended — why system centrality matters, TEASA Spaceport, New Deal Dealership, and the Vantage Rentals advantage.
05 // TUTORIAL
Completing the Tutorial
Full video guide (4.8), chapter index, MobiGlas, Medical 2.0 & BDL system, Master Modes (SCM vs NAV), ship startup, on-foot survival tips, and the 95,000 aUEC tutorial reward.
06 // NEXT STEPS
Station Operations & Earning
Set your medical spawn at Everus Harbor, Engineering & Resource Network, Medical 2.0 deep dive, Tier 0 Crafting, industry loops (mining, salvage, hauling), and the Rental Leverage Loop strategy.
07 // CONTROLS
Controls Reference
Full keybind reference for On Foot, Flight, EVA, Mining, Salvage, Scanning, Shields, Power, and Targeting. Ground vehicle controls and flight terminology glossary.
QUICK ENLISTMENT
STAR-PTQ3-57MN
Enter this code during account creation at robertsspaceindustries.com for an instant +50,000 aUEC bonus. Stacks with the 45,000 aUEC tutorial reward — giving you 95,000 aUEC on day one.
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