Star Citizen Starter Packs, ranked
Cheapest first, with who each one suits. They all qualify for the bonus.
A Starter Pack is the cheapest way to own Star Citizen: a Game Package with a starter ship, some in-game currency, and access to the live alpha. Any of them qualifies for the referral 50,000 UEC, because they all cost well over the $40 USD minimum. Here they are, cheapest first, with who each one suits.
Cheapest qualifying buy: the Citizen Starter Pack, currently $45 (regularly $60). It includes the RSI Aurora Mk II and 10,000 UEC. Pair it with STAR-JTV7-FXLR and your account also gets the 50,000 UEC signup bonus.
Not sure which fits you? Take the quick starter pack finder (three questions, instant answer).
Citizen Starter Pack
RSI Aurora Mk II + 10,000 UEC. The entry point. Best all-rounder to start, light cargo and combat. Most new players should start here.
Duelist Starter Pack
A bigger, tougher multi-role with real cargo space. The classic "one step up" if you know you want more ship. Avenger Titan guide.
Privateer Starter Pack
A three-crew workhorse for cargo, combat and light salvage. Popular with players who plan to fly with friends.
Which Starter Pack should you buy?
| You are... | Best pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Just trying the game | Citizen Starter Pack ($45) | Lowest cost, still qualifies for the 50,000 UEC, and the RSI Aurora Mk II does a bit of everything. |
| Sure you will stick around | Duelist ($75, Avenger Titan) | More durable, more cargo, you grow into it instead of upgrading later. |
| Planning to play with friends | Privateer ($125, Cutlass Black) | Multi-crew, flexible roles, room for a small crew. |
All prices are USD before tax. RSI shows prices with your region's VAT added, so in Denmark a $60 pack reads around 75 USD equivalent with the 25% VAT. The USD figure is the reference. Whatever you pick, it clears the $40 USD minimum, so the referral bonus applies.
Do not overthink the first ship
Every ship in Star Citizen can be rented or bought in-game with UEC later, and you can upgrade your package by paying the difference (a CCU). So the starter ship is a starting point, not a commitment. Buy the cheapest pack that qualifies, take the 50,000 UEC, and let in-game money decide the rest. More on how Game Packages work.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest Star Citizen starter pack?
The Citizen Starter Pack, currently $45 (regularly $60), with the RSI Aurora Mk II and 10,000 UEC. It is the cheapest Game Package and still qualifies for the referral 50,000 UEC.
Which Star Citizen starter pack is best for beginners?
For most new players the Citizen Starter Pack at $45 is the right call: lowest cost, qualifies for the bonus, and the RSI Aurora Mk II handles a bit of everything. Step up to the Duelist ($75, Avenger Titan) only if you are sure you want a bigger ship.
Do starter packs qualify for the referral bonus?
Yes. Every current Starter Pack costs more than the $40 USD minimum, so signing up with STAR-JTV7-FXLR and buying any of them credits the 50,000 UEC.
Can I upgrade my starter pack later?
Yes. RSI lets you apply a Cross Chassis Upgrade (CCU) to move to a bigger ship by paying the price difference, so starting cheap does not lock you in.
Ready to claim the 50,000 UEC?
One click pre-fills STAR-JTV7-FXLR into the RSI signup form. Finish the account, buy a $40 or larger Game Package, the bonus is yours.
Enlist with code STAR-JTV7-FXLR