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[[File:Viper Mk III Pilot Hangar.png|thumb|250px|Viper Mk III and pilot in hangar]] | [[File:Viper Mk III Pilot Hangar.png|thumb|250px|Viper Mk III and pilot in hangar]] | ||
The '''Pilots Guide''' is designed to help new [[Pilot|pilots]] get ahead in the [[galaxy]]. There are many [[Careers|career]] paths. You should choose a vocation that fits your play style and skills. The [[Sidewinder]] is the starter ship and used as an example. The concepts are applicable to all [[ships]] in [[Elite Dangerous]]. You can explore planets [[On Foot|on foot]], with a [[Ship-Launched Vessels|vessel]] or [[SRV]]. The [[Scarab]] is a staple [[Vehicles|vehicle]] for [[Explorer|exploration]]. Veterans may find this guide useful to get up to speed. You decide your own adventure in ED. This guide has key things that you should know for a better journey. | |||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
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If you've never played an open-world, space, trading, exploration and combat simulation game before then follow this guide to get your bearings. | If you've never played an open-world, space, trading, exploration and combat simulation game before then follow this guide to get your bearings. | ||
Elite Dangerous has a steep learning curve with complex controls and minimal in-game guidance. There are basic tutorials, but the game expects you to figure out navigation, [[Trader|trading]] and survival by yourself. However, there are free [[Third Party Tools]] for | Elite Dangerous has a steep learning curve with complex controls and minimal in-game guidance. There are basic tutorials, but the game expects you to figure out navigation, [[Trader|trading]] and survival by yourself. However, there are free [[Third Party Tools]] for optimal trade routes, track market prices, [[Engineers|engineering]] [[materials]] etc. | ||
You begin as a poor [[pilot]] with a loaned [[Sidewinder]] from a secret benefactor in the 34th century. In the [[Elite Dangerous: Odyssey|ED: Odyssey]] expansion you begin an [[On Foot|on foot]] tutorial that teaches basic mechanics like walking, interacting with terminals, using [[:Category:Handheld Tools|tools]] and [[Handheld Weapon|handheld weapons]]. All independent pilots are licensed members of the [[Pilots Federation]]. Every pilot has the title "[[commander]]". [[Ranks]] are earned by completing activities | You begin as a poor [[pilot]] with a loaned [[Sidewinder]] from a secret benefactor in the 34th century. In the [[Elite Dangerous: Odyssey|ED: Odyssey]] expansion you begin an [[On Foot|on foot]] tutorial that teaches basic mechanics like walking, interacting with terminals, using [[:Category:Handheld Tools|tools]] and [[Handheld Weapon|handheld weapons]]. All independent pilots are licensed members of the [[Pilots Federation]]. Every pilot has the title "[[commander]]". [[Ranks]] are earned by completing activities to unlock perks in the auxiliaries of the [[Federation/Ranks|Federal]] and [[Empire/Ranks|Imperial Navy]]. All newbies start in the [[Pilots' Federation District]]. This protected zone has basic [[Mission Board|missions]] and [[outfitting]]. Once you've earned your [[Ranks|first rank]] in combat, trade or exploration you are guided outside the district and the [[Permits|permit]] is revoked. Thence you must choose a path and make a living in the galaxy. What you want to do determines where you want to go. | ||
The controls require learning dozens of key-bindings for thrusters, shields, landing gear and power distribution. You can customize the controls (mouse + keyboard, joystick/HOTAS or gamepad). By playing you will learn the basics like flight routines and gain muscle memory. Communication is primarily via the in-game [[Communications|Communications Panel]], which splits messages into several specific chat channels. You can also use voice chat and [[emotes]]. | The controls require learning dozens of key-bindings for thrusters, shields, landing gear and power distribution. You can customize the controls (mouse + keyboard, joystick/HOTAS or gamepad). By playing you will learn the basics like flight routines and gain muscle memory. Communication is primarily via the in-game [[Communications|Communications Panel]], which splits messages into several specific chat channels. You can also use voice chat and [[emotes]]. | ||
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ED has beautiful [[Elite Dangerous Music|music]], but the limited playlist gets repetitive so you can play custom background music. | ED has beautiful [[Elite Dangerous Music|music]], but the limited playlist gets repetitive so you can play custom background music. | ||
ED has no official winning state or final quest. There is no linear campaign or final boss to finish the game. It continues after earning the highest [[ranks]]. ED is an endless sandbox | ED has no official winning state or final quest. There is no linear campaign or final boss to finish the game. It continues after earning the highest [[ranks]]. ED is an endless sandbox so you must set goals, "''blaze your trail"'' and ''"leave your mark on the galaxy''."<ref>[https://www.elitedangerous.com/ Elite Dangerous description - Official Website] - 8 October 2026</ref> Chasing achievements and the destination are less important. It's more about the journey, discovering the Milky Way, and life among the stars. | ||
== Codex == | == Codex == | ||
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== 1st and 3rd person == | == 1st and 3rd person == | ||
ED is primarily designed as a first-person experience. By default you fly your ship in 1st person from the pilot seat. There is native support for keyboard & mouse, standard gamepads (like Xbox and PlayStation | ED is primarily designed as a first-person experience. By default you fly your ship in 1st person from the pilot seat. There is native support for keyboard & mouse, standard gamepads (like Xbox and PlayStation controllers), and dedicated flight peripherals including HOTAS, dual sticks, and rudder pedals. You can switch to 3rd person by activating the [[Camera suite|Camera Suite]]: | ||
# '''Activate Camera Suite''': Press Left Ctrl + Left Alt + Space on PC (or hold B and press Right on the D-Pad on Xbox / hold Square and press Right on the D-Pad on PlayStation). | # '''Activate Camera Suite''': Press Left Ctrl + Left Alt + Space on PC (or hold B and press Right on the D-Pad on Xbox / hold Square and press Right on the D-Pad on PlayStation). | ||
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*[[Docking]] | *[[Docking]] | ||
* [[Engineers]] | * [[Engineers]] | ||
* [[:Category:Factions|Factions]] | |||
*[[Flight Assist]] | *[[Flight Assist]] | ||
*[[FSD Supercharging]] | *[[FSD Supercharging]] | ||
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*[[Supercruise]] | *[[Supercruise]] | ||
*[[Permits]] | *[[Permits]] | ||
*[[Powerplay]] | |||
*[[Ranks]] | *[[Ranks]] | ||
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== Lore videos == | == Lore videos == | ||
<gallery hideaddbutton="true" position="center" widths=" | <gallery hideaddbutton="true" position="center" widths="200" captionalign="center" columns="3"> | ||
File:Fiction Diary -3 | File:Fiction Diary -3 | ||
File:Elite Dangerous Lore Introduction, a primer for all CMDRs. | File:Elite Dangerous Lore Introduction, a primer for all CMDRs. | ||
File:Elite Dangerous Lore, The Timeline Part 1 | File:Elite Dangerous Lore, The Timeline Part 1 | ||
File:Elite Dangerous Lore, The Timeline Part 2 | File:Elite Dangerous Lore, The Timeline Part 2 | ||
File:Elite Dangerous - Thargoid War Epilogue | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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ED also creates log files every time you play. These tools can pull that data in various ways to give you a detailed log of everywhere you go, buy and sell, and other player actions. | ED also creates log files every time you play. These tools can pull that data in various ways to give you a detailed log of everywhere you go, buy and sell, and other player actions. | ||
== | == Ships for ARX == | ||
Buying ships or [[livery]] with the in-game currency [[ARX]] (real money) is completely optional. It supports the development of ED for new content, features and updates. | |||
=== Early access === | |||
You can buy early access to newly released [[ships]], [[Ship-Launched Vessels|vessels]] and [[vehicles]] for [[ARX]] in the ED Gamestore. After around 3-4 months it will be available for standard in-game [[credits]]. | |||
=== Pre-Built Ships === | |||
[[Pre-Built Ships]] are ready-to-use and specialized for a role with pre-equipped modules, paint jobs, and ship kits. If the ship gets destroyed, the base pre-built ship can be redeployed at zero [[Credits|credit]] cost. This allows you to skip the grind to manually [[Outfitting|outfit]] it from scratch with in-game [[credits]]. Some jump-start ships have pre-installed [[Engineers|engineered]] modules. The pre-built modules cannot be sold, stored or transferred to other ships. The bundles have Standard, Stellar, and Galactic tiers. These premium ships can be purchased with [[ARX]]. | |||
Pre-built ships are convenient for new players, to switch [[careers]] or a second account. However, they're not necessarily pay-to-win (P2W), because it requires general knowledge and piloting skills to use properly. | |||
=== CMDR Starter Pack === | |||
CMDR Starter Pack is a bundle intended to help new commanders get started faster. It has lots of content like: ship, A-rated spec, ship kit, paintjobs, decals (emblems and logos), ship weapon detailing, [[COVAS]], [[Suits|suit]] and [[Handheld Weapon|handheld weapon]] [[Livery|cosmetics]]. The ship can also be deployed at any [[shipyard]]. The starter pack can be purchased with [[ARX]]. | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
[[Category:Guides]] | [[Category:Guides]] | ||
[[ru:Руководство пилота]] | [[ru:Руководство пилота]] | ||
[[Category:Gameplay]] | |||