EXPLORATION
Exploration can be exhilarating and relaxing in equal measure. With only 0.010963% of the galaxy discovered on EDSM, it will take 38,585 years, 7 months, 6 days to discover it entirely. You can earn money and explore the universe, and share your unique experiences with other CMDRs.
HOW TO USE THIS PAGE
This guide assumes you’ve read the basic flying and navigation tips and are ready to start travelling further out, discovering your own systems or visiting a known Point of Interest (POI). Each box gives a quick reference with spin-off pages to get further into theory, tips, tricks and skills.
Exploration Sections Include:
- The Galaxy Map
- Star Types
- Planet Types
- Route Plotting
- Neutron Boosting
- Passengers
- Mapping & Scanning
- Road to Riches
- Points of Interest
- Navigation Tools
- Commanders Logs
- Explorers Gallery
- -SA- Expeditions
- Guardian Sites
- Thargoid Sites
- Vessels & Equipment
BASIC EXPLORING KNOWLEDGE
The Galaxy Map
Exploration, Tips
Despite the proliferation of third-party tools, you still need to use the Galaxy Map to navigate. Avoid frustration with our guide.
Star Types
Exploration, Bodies, Stars
Learn about star types, from the basics of scoopable KGB-FOAM types to white dwarfs, neutron stars and rare system types.
Planet Types
Bodies, Exploration, Surface
Prospecting & scanning higher-paying planets like water planets, earth-like planets, ammonia planets and high metal content planets.
INTERMEDIATE EXPLORATION
Points of Interest
POIs, Thargoid Structures, Black Holes
There are many known points of interest within the universe, and lots still to be discovered. Plan and share information here.
Navigation Tools
3rd Party, Exploration, Navigation
There are many different third party tools and websites out there all with strengths and weaknesses. Find out about their aspects here.
Commanders Logs
Exploration, Blogging
The SA website allows our CMDRs to easily share pictures, video and discoveries – learn how to do so here and see other CMDRs logs.
EXPLORERS GALLERY
FURTHER READING
Route Plotting
Passengers, POIs, Navigation
Learn more about route plotting, choosing and planning routes, maximising efficiency and detailed star type info.
Neutron Boosting
Exploration, Flying Skills
Learn how to use the Neutron Superhighway to cross the galaxy quickly and reach inaccessible systems.
-SA- Expeditions
Expeditions, Squad Events
We’re planning expeditions for CMDRs to take part in. Join the discussion, find out more or even plan your own expedition!
Mapping & Scanning
Tips, Discovery
Learn about advanced mapping, high-value systems, tricks, Discord bots, the FSS Scanner and Surface Scanner and their usage.
Guardian
Guardians, Exploration
The Guardian, and Ram Tah storylines offer another wide range of experiences and yield some great equipment and lore.
Exploration Vessels
Ship-Building, Exploration Equipment
Find out about the different craft you can use to explore the galaxy, see sample builds, read theory and share your builds here.
REFERENCE LIBRARY
Individual Guides, Tutorials, and Training are available broken down by area or from the A-Z.
Individual Guides
Guides by A-Z for a variety of disciplines and activities
Tutorials
Learn to perform any activity with easy-to-follow training plans
Reference Library
Third party sites, tools and infographics ordered by activity
OTHER USEFUL INFO
You can take passengers with you on your expeditions, but they have their preferences….learn more here.
The Road to Riches is a great activity to undertake to build up your credit balance and exploration experience.