Elara sat back, the green glow of the console reflecting in her eyes. She had saved her crew, but as she looked at the prompt, she felt a hollow chill. She hadn't won through tactics or grit; she had edited the universe. > add credits 1000000

Download the mod from the official Starsector Mod Forum. Extract the downloaded zip file.

If you're running a newer version of Starsector (for example, 0.97a or 0.98a) and the mod's compatibility hasn't been officially updated, you can manually force it to work. Navigate to Starsector/mods/Console Commands/ and open the file mod_info.json with a text editor like Notepad. Find the line "gameVersion": "0.96a-RC6" and change it to match your current game version, such as "gameVersion": "0.98a" . Save the file, and the mod will now appear in your launcher. This trick works for many outdated mods.

Here is the complete guide to installing, configuring, and using console commands to shape your galaxy. How to Install the Console Commands Mod

Use these commands while in a tactical battle to turn the tide or test ship performance. You can string multiple commands together using a semicolon, such as god;nocooldown;infiniteammo . : Makes your currently controlled ship invulnerable.

: Grants a massive burst of experience points to level up your character.

: Alters the diplomatic relationship between two AI factions directly. Combat and Battle Cheats

The console will output a complete list of every internal name recognized by the engine, including those added by active overhaul mods.

: Navigate to your Starsector installation directory (e.g., C:\Program Files (x86)\Fractal Softworks\Starsector\mods ).

addweapon [weapon_id] [number] – Places specific weapons directly into your cargo hold.

These common commands help skip the grind or test specific fleet builds: Resources: addcredits [amount] addfuel [amount] addsupplies [amount] for immediate logistical support. Fleet Management: addship [ship_id] : Adds a specific ship to your fleet. Use list ships to find IDs.

RunCode is the most advanced feature of the console, allowing you to run any Java code that has access to the game's API. This is a tool for serious modders and tech-savvy users.

When typing a command, press the Tab key. The console will attempt to auto-complete the command or show you a list of options. This is essential for finding specific ship or weapon IDs without tabbing out to a wiki.

Launch Starsector. When the launcher appears, go to the "Mods" tab. You should see Console Commands listed. Check the box next to it to enable the mod. Note: This mod does not require any additional libraries like LazyLib to function; it is completely standalone.

Starsector’s vast, procedurally generated universe offers unparalleled freedom, but its deep sandbox mechanics can occasionally lead to brutal fleet wipes, economic stagnation, or frustrating grinds. Whether you are looking to test late-game fleet compositions, bypass a game-breaking bug, or simply roleplay as an unstoppable faction leader, the developer console is your ultimate tool.

| Command | Syntax Example | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | addcredits | addcredits 100000 | Adds a specified number of credits to your balance. | | addcrew | addcrew 500 | Adds the specified number of crew to your fleet. | | addfuel | addfuel 1000 | Adds fuel to your fleet's tanks. | | addsupplies | addsupplies 1000 | Adds supplies to your cargo hold. | | addmarines | addmarines 250 | Adds marines to your fleet. | | additem | additem heavy_machinery 50 | Adds any commodity or special item to your cargo. Use list items to find exact IDs. | | addhullmod | addhullmod hardened_shields | Instantly adds a hull mod to your currently piloted ship. Use list hullmods for IDs. | | addweapon / addwing | addweapon tachyon_lance 2 | Adds weapons or fighter wings directly to your cargo or fleet storage. | | addship | addship paragon 3 | Adds a specific ship to your fleet. You can specify a number. Use list ships for IDs. | | infinitefuel / infinitesupplies | infinitefuel | Toggles infinite fuel or supplies on or off, eliminating the need for logistical management. | | addxp | addxp 50000 | Adds raw experience points toward your next level. | | addskillpoints | addskillpoints 10 | Adds unspent skill points that you can allocate in the character screen. |