Star Citizen Retaliator
The heavy bomber, and the sensible way to start.
The Aegis Retaliator is a classic heavy bomber: a large, crewed ship built around torpedo bays for hitting capital ships and big targets hard.
What it is
Anti-capital firepower is its job. The Retaliator carries serious ordnance and a crew to operate it, a specialist for organised strikes rather than dogfights.
Who it is for
Combat-focused crews and organisations that take on big targets together. A specialised crewed ship you work toward, not a starter.
How a new player gets one
You do not start with a ship like this, and you do not need to pay hundreds of real dollars for it. You earn it in-game with UEC, or rent it to try, once you have built up some money by playing. The smart start is the cheapest Game Package, the Citizen Starter Pack at $45, plus 50,000 UEC from referral code STAR-JTV7-FXLR to kit out your character. Then work your way up. How ship prices really work.
Dreaming of the Retaliator? Start your journey the cheap way: the Citizen Starter Pack ($45) and STAR-JTV7-FXLR for 50,000 UEC, then earn the big ships in-game. See all ships.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get the Retaliator in Star Citizen?
You earn it in-game with UEC by playing, or rent it to try, or pledge real money (optional). New players should start with the Citizen Starter Pack at $45 plus 50,000 UEC via code STAR-JTV7-FXLR, then work up to bigger ships in-game.
Do you need to buy the Retaliator with real money?
No. Like every ship, the Retaliator can be earned or rented in-game with UEC. Real-money pledges are optional. Start cheap with a Starter Pack and the 50,000 UEC bonus.
Is the Retaliator good for beginners?
It is a larger, specialised ship, not a first ship. Beginners should start with a cheap starter (the RSI Aurora Mk II in the Citizen Starter Pack) and grow into bigger ships. Use the finder to pick your first.
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