Starter Guide
Does a Star Citizen Referral Code Change the Price?
This page answers one narrow checkout concern. A referral code does not change store pricing, so you can separate the signup bonus question from the pack-price question.
Use referral code to start with 50,000.
Use it during signup. No price change — just the starter bonus.
Create account + claim bonus
Where to paste it New accounts only
Quick answer
Answer
No. The referral code is just a signup bonus step. It does not discount, increase, or otherwise change the price of a starter pack.
- No. A referral code does not change store prices and is not a discount code.
- Use it for the signup bonus, not because you expect a cheaper cart.
- The real money decision comes later: whether to buy at all, and if yes, which starter pack to choose.
- Need the bigger referral picture? Use the main referral guide for the exact field, the short backup window, and the common mistakes.
Do this now
- Create your RSI account with the referral code — Enter it during signup so you never have to think about it again.
- Try first if you are unsure — Use Free Fly or the buying guide before spending money.
- Buy the minimum that unlocks play — Use the starter packs guide to avoid overbuying.
Common mistakes (and exact fixes)
| Mistake | What happens | Fix (exact) |
|---|---|---|
| Expecting a price reduction | You feel misled and stop trusting the page. | Treat referral as a signup bonus, not a discount. |
| Looking for a checkout field | You can’t find it and assume it failed. | Referral code is entered during account creation. |
| Buying extra ships early | You spend a lot before knowing your playstyle. | Start minimum → upgrade only after consistent play. |
Next steps
- Main referral guide — exact signup steps, the short backup window, and the full FAQ.
- Should you buy Star Citizen? — the real first decision if price is your concern.
- Starter packs — use this when you want the cheapest sensible way in.
- How to buy Star Citizen — the full buying flow once you decide to spend.
FAQ
So what does a referral code actually do?
It’s an optional signup bonus. It doesn’t change store prices.
Does it affect what starter pack I should buy?
No. Choose the pack based on your goal; the referral is separate.
Can I use it after I buy a pack?
No. The clean way is to enter it during account creation, and RSI’s current FAQ only treats any later grace period as a short backup for brand-new accounts.
Is it safe to use?
Yes — it’s part of the standard signup flow. It’s optional.
What should I do if I haven’t bought yet?
Try Free Fly or read the buying guide, then buy the minimum starter pack if you keep coming back.