Starter Guide
Your first mission in Star Citizen
Use this page only if your blocker is which first mission to run. It is not the full first-session walkthrough. For spawning, ship retrieval, and safe log out, move up to the main first-session guide.
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Answer
Your first mission should be short, simple, and easy to finish in one sitting: accept → travel → complete → get paid. This page answers the mission choice only. Use the main first-session guide for the wider beginner flow around that mission.
- If you still need the wider first-session flow, open the main first-session guide first. If you only want the short operational sequence, the first-session checklist is the smaller companion page.
- A first mission is good if you finish it and understand what happened, not if it pays the most.
- Your first mission should be short, simple, and teach the core loop: accept → travel → complete → get paid.
- Beginner best practice: start with single-step courier/delivery before combat or multi-stop jobs.
- Finish one clean contract first — then scale.
Do this now
- Accept one simple courier/delivery (single pickup → single dropoff).
- Travel to the pickup and grab the package.
- Deliver to the dropoff and confirm mission completion.
- Cash out (see the payout) and repeat once to build confidence.
- Only then try combat (bounties) or FPS missions.
Common mistakes (and exact fixes)
| Mistake | What happens | Fix (exact) |
|---|---|---|
| Choosing a complex mission first | You get lost and think the game is ‘too much’. | Start with single pickup/dropoff. |
| Trying FPS missions with no plan | You lose gear and progress. | Do courier first; treat FPS as second session. |
| Switching contracts mid-way | You end up with nothing. | Finish one contract before experimenting. |
Best next steps
- Open the full first-session guide — best next step if you want the wider beginner flow around this mission choice.
- Make money fast — use this after one clean mission if you want repeatable beginner loops.
- Free Fly guide — better fit if you are still testing before buying.
FAQ
What mission type is best first?
Single pickup → single dropoff courier/delivery.
Can I do missions during Free Fly?
Yes — it’s a great way to test if the loop clicks.
What if I fail the mission?
Pick another simple one. The point is learning the loop, not perfection.
When should I try bounties?
After you’ve completed at least one clean delivery contract.
Where do I go next?
Use Make Money Fast for safe loops and scaling paths.