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DefenseCon 2956 DefenseCon is sweeping through Stanton with its biggest, baddest, boldest showcase yet. Over 100 classic ships, pilot favorites, and new releases are revved up and waiting, so check them out and fly for free. DefenseCon 2956 DefenseCon is sweeping through Stanton with its biggest, baddest, boldest showcase yet. Over 100 classic ships, pilot favorites, and new releases are revved up and waiting, so check them out and fly for free. PLAY FOR FREE AT DEFENSECON 2956 From May 14 through May 27, play Star Citizen for FREE! Take on missions, explore new worlds, and find your place in the ‘verse. Whether a worker or a warrior, there’s something here for you. All you gotta do is…t. GET FLYIN' Button PLAY FOR FREE AT DEFENSECON 2956 From May 15 through May 27, play Star Citizen for FREE! Take on missions, explore new worlds, and find your place in the ‘verse. Whether a worker or a warrior, there’s something here for you. All you gotta do is… 1. Create an account 2. Download the game … and boom! You’re in the action. If you’re new to the ‘verse, don’t fret, DefenseCon will show you how it’s done. GET FLYIN Star_Citizen_DC_Freefly SC_42_9_BANNER_Freefly_1_1-Copy RIKER MEMORIAL SPACEPORT Try the amenities of this galaxy-class spaceport before hitching a ride on a CityFlight shuttle to your next destination. ARCCORP PLAZA The place to be in Area18. Breathe in the city air and take in the local flavor before moving on to the expo. BEVIC CONVENTION CENTER The main event. See the best and baddest ships and ground vehicles, including free test flights, icons from legendary manufacturers, and a few new bombshells. GET DOWN TO DEFENSECON 2956 An expo you don’t wanna miss. Join the party at the Bevic Convention Center in the city of Area18, ArcCorp, to snag your next ride-or-die vehicle, or maybe just take a test fly for free. If you're logging in for the first time, simply set your spawn to Area18. Otherwise, quantum travel to ArcCorp before heading to the Riker Memorial Spaceport in Area18. Once planetside, head into the city and follow the DefenseCon signs to the shuttle stop. Hop onto the shuttle and get off at the Bevic Convention Center, where DefenseCon awaits! Check out the convention or head to rental kiosks in the main hall to choose from a range of vehicles by the manufacturers in the spotlight that day. Available ships change almost daily, so don’t forget to keep checking back. h2 Star_Citizen_Reward_DC RECRUIT FOR REWARDS There’s only one way to make DefenseCon 2956 even better, and that’s to bring a friend. Recruit a new crewmate from May 14 to May 27 and you’ll score a Drake Dragonfly with Coalfire paint, plus a DefenseCon Gear Pack for your pal. Now get your ass to the expo, it’s going to be a wild ride. LEARN MORE ReferralImage_1_1_DEFENSECON-Copy ReferralImage_16_9_DEFENSECON-Copy Star_Citizen_Twitch_DC TWITCH DROPS Watch and earn. Join the party as DefenseCon sweeps through Stanton. From May 14 through May 27, tune into any Drops-enabled Star Citizen stream for at least four hours to snag a Tailwind ‘Murray Cup’ Flight Suit completely free. Hell Yeah! WATCH & EARN SC_DDC_Twitch_Banner_1_1 SC_DDC_Twitch_Banner_16_9 DEFENSECON STARTER PACK Special offer until May 29 New to Star Citizen? This limited-time pack includes everything you need to begin your adventure: Star Citizen game download, a Drake starter ship and ship paint, two armor and weapon sets, and more. Plus 30-day access to two additional starter ships! DEFENSECON STARTER PACK Special offer until May 29 New to Star Citizen? This limited-time pack includes everything you need to begin your adventure: Star Citizen game download, a Drake starter ship and ship paint, two armor and weapon sets, and more. Plus 30-day access to two additional starter ships! Generalist ‘Defense Con’ Starter Pack ILW Starters May 2026 GEAR UP Arrive in style with DefenseCon 2956 gear and a Drake-themed 'Redline' bundle. Available as Warbond only, these limited-time offers cannot be obtained with store credit. DefenseCon Gear Pack MONTHLY BUNDLE CATALOG Store Bundle May 2026