in-game companion for Star citizen

Arkanis Overlay

Q: Will this impact game performance or cause issues with anti-cheat?

No . Arkanis Overlay is a read-only interface with no direct interaction with the game files or its memory. It uses standard desktop overlay techniques and is completely safe to use alongside Star Citizen.

Q: Is this tool free to use?

Yes — Arkanis Overlay is completely free and also open-source. If you’d like to support its development, donation options will be available once the MVP is released.

Q: What about user privacy?

Only anonymized usage metrics are collected to improve features and stability. Analytics are fully optional — you can disable them at any time in the application settings.

Arkanis Overlay is a next-generation, in-game companion built to streamline your Star Citizen experience. With fast in-game search, seamless integration of community tools (such as UEX Corporation data), and a user-focused design, it empowers players to stay immersed, informed, and always one step ahead — without ever leaving the cockpit.

Latest Stable Release

Setup.exe
(~30MB)

Portable.zip
(~27MB)

Check out
the demo

Core Strengths of Arkanis Overlay

A seamless extension of your visor — reliable, focused, and always ready. Explore the features that make Arkanis Overlay an essential companion for every Star Citizen pilot. Built with immersion, speed, and community in mind.

Real-Time In-Game Search

Find game data instantly using an intelligent search tool — no alt-tab, no distractions.

Community-Driven Intelligence

Enriched with insights from UEX and other trusted player tools, always up to date.

Lightning-Fast Interface

Built with WPF using low-level OS integrations for smooth, low-latency interaction on all systems.

Built by Players, for Players

Developed by Star Citizen veterans who know the grind — every feature is crafted with real in-game needs in mind.

Modular Design

Designed with extensibility, long-term support and user customisation in mind.

One-Key Access

Use global hotkeys to bring up the overlay at any time and conveniently navigate within it — wherever you are in-game.

Feature Highlights

A closer look at the core capabilities of Arkanis Overlay, designed to keep you immersed and informed inside the ‘verse. These tools are built to reduce friction and support real-time gameplay decisions.

Item Search

Instantly identify any in-game item, ship component, or consumable using full-text search. See key attributes, specifications, and real-time pricing sourced from trusted live community databases like UEX. Whether you’re outfitting your ship or managing your loadout, knowledge is just a keystroke away.

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Commodity Overview

Access up-to-date commodity prices at any known location in the Star Citizen universe. Arkanis Overlay lets you filter by location, helping you make smarter trade runs without switching tabs. Stay competitive in the economy — and keep your cargo bay profitable.

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Location Search — Navigate the Verse

Quickly search for any known location and see exactly where it fits in the universe — from star systems over planets, moons and cities to individual trade terminals. Understand each location’s hierarchy and context at a glance, making navigation and planning faster, more intuitive and fun.

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In-Game, In Action

See how Arkanis Overlay works seamlessly within your Star Citizen experience. These real-use examples demonstrate how players interact with search tools, market data, and navigation features — all without ever leaving the game.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about this app.

Will this impact game performance or cause issues with anti-cheat?

No. Arkanis Overlay is a read-only interface with no direct interaction with the game files or its memory. It uses standard desktop overlay techniques and is completely safe to use alongside Star Citizen.

Is this tool free to use?

Yes — Arkanis Overlay is completely free and also open-source. If you’d like to support its development, donation options will be available once the MVP is released.

What about user privacy?

Only anonymized usage metrics are collected to improve features and stability. Analytics are fully optional — you can disable them at any time in the application settings.

Can I help with the development?

Definitely. We welcome developers, testers and designers. Contributions are managed through GitHub and Discord — just get in touch or submit an issue/a pull request.

Free. Open-source. Built for the community.

Ready to Enhance Your Star Citizen Experience?

Arkanis Overlay is your always-on companion — intuitive, unobtrusive, and built for explorers, traders, and strategists alike. Whether you’re navigating the ‘verse or managing your inventory, it’s time to stop alt-tabbing and start playing smarter.

Latest Stable Release

Setup.exe (~30MB)

Portable.zip (~27MB)

Check out the demo