Game overview
Elite Dangerous
Take control of your own starship and blaze your trail in an ever-changing galaxy. Master the arts of combat, mining and trade or venture out into the unknown across a 1:1 scale universe.
- Players now
- 5,217
- All-time peak
- 6,303
- 24-hour change
- +22.67%
- Steam reviews
- 77.4% positive 100,024 reviews · via SteamSpy
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Discover the next chapter of the legendary Elite saga. Elite Dangerous is the definitive massively multiplayer space epic, bringing gaming’s original 1984 open world adventure to the modern generation with a seamless, connected galaxy, a player‑shaped evolving narrative, and the entire Milky Way recreated at full galactic scale.
Against this vast backdrop, take to the stars in your own starship and do whatever it takes to survive in an ever-changing futuristic galactic sandbox. Acquire wealth and power, develop your skills and knowledge, and earn the right to stand tall among the ranks of the iconic Elite.
In an age of galactic superpowers and interstellar war, your story influences the connected experience and handcrafted evolving narrative. From discovering new worlds, to exhilarating space combat and a fully-realised economy for trade, the galaxy is waiting.
The 400-billion star systems of the Milky Way form the vast and dynamic stage for Elite Dangerous' open-ended gameplay. Constructed using real astronomical data, the stars, planets, moons, asteroid belts, and black holes of our galaxy are rendered at true galactic scale. Chart a course through star systems never before visited by other Commanders and explore the surface of strange and unfamiliar worlds with a Surface Recon Vehicle.
Over 35 distinct spacecraft are ready for you to command, from lightweight exploration vessels to gigantic behemoths ready for battle. Build a diverse collection of ships and outfit them to match your playstyle. Customise every component, weapon and optional module to enhance and alter your ships’ capabilities.
Hunt, explore, fight, mine, smuggle and trade across the galaxy. Forge your path solo or with up to three friends in a Wing. Join a Squadron full of like-minded Commanders and share the highs and lows of your interstellar adventures together.
With the System Colonisation mechanic, the power to claim and expand your very own star systems is in your hands. Whether creating a thriving new economy, a bustling trade hub, or a new port of operations, the galaxy awaits your vision.
The Elite Dangerous galaxy revolves around players’ actions. In an age of galactic superpowers and interstellar war, every player’s personal story influences the space simulation and handcrafted, evolving narrative.
Co-operate with fellow Commanders in pivotal Community Goal events that can permanently alter the state of the galaxy, earning exclusive rewards and recognition for your contribution in the process.
Align with a galactic superpower and alter the interstellar landscape with Powerplay. Support your power or undermine a rival through a variety of means, from hacking starport advertisements to attacking gigantic Stronghold Carriers. Every contribution matters.
Experience unpredictable encounters with other players in a vast, massively multiplayer space. Experience the connected galaxy alone in Solo mode or with players across the world in Open Play, where every pilot you face could become a trusted ally or your deadliest enemy.
The universe of Elite Dangerous continues to grow and expand with new features and content. Regular major updates provide new opportunities and gameplay for you to discover and change the way you play.
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Minimum
Minimum:- OS *: Windows 8/10 64-bit
- Processor: Quad Core CPU (4 x 2Ghz)
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GTX 470/AMD R7 240
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 25 GB available space
- VR Support: SteamVR. Keyboard or gamepad required
Recommended
Recommended:- OS *: Windows 8/10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7-3770K Quad Core CPU or better / AMD FX 4350 Quad Core CPU or better
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GTX 770 / AMD Radeon R9 280X
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 25 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Supports SteamVR, Oculus Rift and TrackIR
Game details Languages, features & support
- Publisher
- Frontier Developments
- Brazilian rating
- 10
- Steam Germany rating
- 12
- Controller support
- partial
- Metacritic
- 80
- Features
- Single-player, Multi-player, MMO, Co-op, VR Supported, VR Support, In-App Purchases, Partial Controller Support, Remote Play on Tablet, Family Sharing
- Languages
- English*, French, German, Russian, Spanish - Spain, Portuguese - Brazil
*languages with full audio support - Website
- Official website ↗
- Support
- Support site ↗
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features
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Structured language support (6)
| Language | Interface | Full audio | Subtitles |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Yes | Yes | No |
| French | Yes | No | No |
| German | Yes | No | No |
| Russian | Yes | No | No |
| Spanish - Spain | Yes | No | No |
| Portuguese - Brazil | Yes | No | No |
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Buy Verdict
Good time to buy with 70% discount and favorable market conditions.
Player Health
Stable player base with low churn risk.
Multiplayer Viability
Strong player base for matchmaking.
Update Momentum
7 patches and 7 news items in last 180 days. Latest patch effect size: 0.00.
Value Score
Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 100th percentile. Priced as Market at $5.99.
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