Star Atlas's in-game currencies are easy to buy using a credit card or by swapping other crypto tokens.
What Are ATLAS and POLIS?
ATLAS is the main currency used for gameplay buy ships, resources, crew, and more.
POLIS is the governance token lock it to vote in the DAO and earn POLIS rewards.
Both tokens are built on the Solana blockchain, so you’ll need a Solana wallet (like Phantom) to hold and use them in Star Atlas.
Buy with a Credit Card on PLAY
You can buy ATLAS, POLIS, or SOL directly from your wallet section on play.staratlas.com using Topper, a fiat on-ramp provider.
How it works:
Open the wallet panel on PLAY
Scroll down to "Manage your wallet’s funds"
Click Launch next to Topper
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In the popup:
Select your currency (USD, EUR, etc.)
Choose ATLAS, POLIS, or SOL
Enter your payment details and complete KYC
Once approved, the tokens will be sent to your wallet.
📝 Note: You can use the tokens right away in SAGE or the Marketplace.
Swap Tokens on a DEX (Decentralized Exchange)
If your wallet already holds SOL or USDC, you can use a decentralized exchange like:
Jupiter Aggregator (recommended)
Just connect your wallet, choose the token you want to swap (e.g. SOL → ATLAS), and confirm the transaction.
Buy on a Centralized Exchange (CEX)
ATLAS and POLIS are also available on centralized exchanges like:
On these platforms, you can:
Create an account
Deposit funds (like USDT or USD)
Buy ATLAS or POLIS
Send your tokens to your Solana wallet
Summary: 3 Ways to Buy
| Method | Use Case | Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Credit Card | Fastest & easiest for new users | Topper on play.staratlas.com |
| Swap | If you already have SOL or USDC | Jupiter, Raydium, Orca |
| Centralized Exchange | For traders or fiat-to-crypto conversion | Gate.io, MEXC, Kraken |