Starsector Console Commands

: Once in-game, press Ctrl + Backspace to open the command overlay. Essential Campaign Commands

: Unzip the downloaded folder into your Starsector installation directory under starsector-core/mods/ .

: Generates supplies to keep your ships repaired and CR (Combat Readiness) high.

To find the exact name of the variant you need, you must look inside the game's files ( Starsector/starsector-core/data/variants/ ) or the mod's folder. The list command provides hull IDs, not always variant IDs.

If you ever forget a specific ID or need to check what commands are available without leaving the game, use the built-in catalog tools. starsector console commands

"Captain, what’s happening?" her tactical officer stammered. "We’re… we're invincible."

: Drop the extracted folder into your Starsector directory's mods folder (e.g., C:\Program Files (x86)\Fractal Softworks\Starsector\mods ).

In conclusion, the Console Commands mod is neither a vice nor a virtue—it is a tool of intent. For the purist, it is a corrupting temptation. For the storyteller, it is a director’s megaphone, allowing them to skip the boring logistics and get to the cinematic battle. For the modder and the technologist, it is a microscope. Starsector is ultimately a game about managing scarcity; the console allows you to rewrite that core rule. Whether that act of rewriting leads to a deeper appreciation of the game’s mechanics or a swift flight into boredom depends entirely on the captain in front of the keyboard. As the saying goes in the Sector: "A tool is only as dangerous as the officer holding it."

This comprehensive guide covers how to install, activate, and utilize Starsector console commands to shape the sector to your exact specifications. How to Install and Activate the Console : Once in-game, press Ctrl + Backspace to

Just remember: With great power comes the ability to accidentally ruin your own game progression. Use it wisely, Captain.

growcolony [number] : Instantly adds a specified number of citizens to the colony you are currently visiting, accelerating its market size growth.

These commands let you alter the political landscape of the sector.

Tired of hunting blindly through the dark sectors of the Persean Sector? Use these commands to reveal information or travel instantly. To find the exact name of the variant

: Increases or decreases your standing with a faction. Use negative numbers for hostility.

"Captain, what are your orders?" the XO asked, his voice now filled with a strange, unnatural loyalty.

You must implement the org.lazywizard.console.BaseCommand interface. The mod will automatically compile your Java code, so you don't need an external IDE if you just want to write quick scripts. The default "example" mod included with the Console Commands download is the perfect place to start learning.

Starsector (formerly Starfarer) includes an in-game console used for debugging, testing, and modifying game state. The console accepts commands typed into the game's console window (opened by pressing ~ / backquote by default). Commands can spawn ships/fleets, modify factions, give items, change player stats, manipulate market/state, and execute custom scripts. Use with caution—many commands can break saves or unbalance play; back up saves before extensive use.