Elite Dangerous

A space flight sim set in a 1:1 scale Milky Way, where players trade, explore, mine and fight in a shared galaxy shaped by community goals.

Overview

Elite Dangerous is a space simulation from Frontier Developments set in a full-scale model of the Milky Way, with billions of star systems. Players start with a small ship and some credits and choose their own path.

Careers include trading cargo between stations, mining asteroids, bounty hunting, exploring distant systems to map and sell data, and fighting the alien Thargoids. Ships are flown with detailed controls and support joysticks and HOTAS setups. The Odyssey expansion added walking on planets and first-person ground missions on PC.

All players share one galaxy where factions, powers and community goals change over time. Players can meet in open play, join private groups or play solo in the same universe. Squadrons work like guilds, and fleet carriers act as mobile bases. The game is a one-time purchase with optional cosmetic purchases. Console versions remain online but no longer receive new content.

Developer
Frontier Developments
Publisher
Frontier Developments
Release date
December 16, 2014
Status
Released
Business model
Buy-to-play, Microtransactions
Platforms
Windows, Xbox, PlayStation
Official website
elitedangerous.com
Also known as
Elite: Dangerous, ED

Gameplay

Features

Platforms

  • Download required
  • Controller support

Pricing

Free to startNo
Purchase priceUSD 19.99
Subscription–
MicrotransactionsYes
Gacha / loot boxesNo
AdsNo

Prices are indicative and can change. Check the official website.

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FAQ

What platforms is Elite Dangerous available on?

Elite Dangerous is listed for Windows, Xbox and PlayStation.

How much does Elite Dangerous cost?

Elite Dangerous is listed with a one-time purchase of USD 19.99. Prices can change; check the official website.

Does Elite Dangerous have PvP?

Yes, Elite Dangerous includes player-versus-player content.