Starsector Console Commands File
In the expansive space of Starsector , the Console Commands mod is more than a simple cheat engine—it is a powerful tool for world-building, debugging, and tailoring the gameplay experience. Accessible via CTRL + Backspace, this console allows players to bypass the game’s inherent scarcity to focus on specific goals, whether that be testing fleet compositions or roleplaying as a specific faction. The Mechanics of Mastery
Important Notes
- Mod Installation – Requires LazyLib and MagicLib (common dependencies). Install via unzipping into
Starsector/mods/and enabling in the launcher. - Case Sensitivity – Item/ship IDs are case-sensitive. Use
list shipsorlist weaponsin console to see exact IDs. - Saving – Using console commands does not mark your save as "modified" in a way that blocks achievements, but it can break intended progression or story flags if used carelessly.
- Targeting – Many commands (like
kill,damage,addhullmod) apply to the currently targeted object (ship in combat, planet in campaign, etc.). - Faction IDs – Examples:
hegemony,tritachyon,luddic_path,pirates,independent,sindrian_diktat,player(for player faction).
god: Toggles invincibility. Your ships will not take hull damage, and your flux will not build up from shields or weapons.nocooldown: Toggles weapon cooldowns. Your guns will fire as fast as they can cycle. Combine with god to destroy entire fleets in seconds.infiniteflux: Toggles infinite flux for your ship. You can keep your fortress shield up forever or fire heavy ballistics non-stop.- give_item <item_id> [amount] — add a commodity or item.
The Console Commands mod for Starsector enables a debugging and sandbox interface, accessed via Ctrl + Backspace, which is widely used for testing ship builds and bypassing early-game limitations. Key commands include AddCredits, AddShip, and Reveal, allowing players to instantly generate resources, ships, and map data. For more details, visit Fractal Softworks. [0.98a] Console Commands v4.0.8 (2025-10-10) - Starsector starsector console commands
— Instantly teleports your fleet to a specific planet, station, or star system. Reveal Map — Removes fog of war from the current star system. Starsector Combat Commands In the expansive space of Starsector , the
