Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you want to know about o7, gaming salutes, and Star Citizen.

What does o7 mean?
o7 is a text emoticon representing a salute. The "o" is a head and the "7" is a raised arm completing the gesture. Gamers type it to greet, respect, or bid farewell to other players.
How do you pronounce o7?
Most players say it out loud as "oh-seven." In practice it is almost always typed, not spoken.
Where did o7 come from?
The salute emoticon grew in popularity through massively multiplayer online games in the early 2000s, especially space games like EVE Online where military culture and formality are part of the setting.
What does the "o" represent in o7?
The "o" represents a head — think of it as a small circle when viewed from the front.
What does the "7" represent in o7?
The "7" represents an arm raised in salute. The horizontal stroke of the seven is the outstretched arm, and the angled stroke is the upper arm.
Is o7 used in Star Citizen?
Yes. o7 is one of the most common greetings in the Star Citizen community. Players use it in chat, on forums, and in video titles. It fits the game's military fiction setting perfectly.
What does o7 mean in Star Citizen specifically?
In Star Citizen, o7 carries the same salute meaning but also acts as a community handshake — a shorthand for "I'm a fellow citizen, fly safe." Players exchange it when meeting in the game world or online.
What does o7 mean on Twitch?
On Twitch, o7 is typed in chat to salute a streamer or another viewer — often when something impressive happens, to say goodbye, or to show respect. It is common across gaming streams, not only Star Citizen.
What does o7 mean on Reddit?
On Reddit it carries the same salute meaning. You'll find it at the end of farewell posts, in tribute threads, and in gaming subreddits where military culture is present.
What does o7 mean in EVE Online?
EVE Online is one of the earliest communities to popularize o7. The game has a formal, corporation-based culture where the salute fits naturally. EVE players exchanged o7 in chat and on forums long before it spread to other games.
What does o7 mean in Elite Dangerous?
Elite Dangerous players use o7 in the same way — as a respectful greeting between pilots. The space exploration setting makes the military salute feel at home.
How do you respond to o7?
Reply with o7. The salute goes both ways. Some players respond with "o7 commander," "o7 citizen," or similar phrasing that fits their game's setting.
Is o7 ever used sarcastically?
Rarely. The salute is almost always sincere in gaming communities. When used sarcastically, context makes it obvious — and it is still understood as a salute, just a mocking one.
What other emoticons are similar to o7?
The reverse "7o" is sometimes used as a return salute. You may also see "O7" (capital O) and "0/" (zero-slash) as variations, though o7 is the most widely recognized form.
Can you use o7 outside of gaming?
Yes. o7 has crossed over into general internet culture. People use it on social media to show respect, mark farewells, or honor someone — even with no gaming context.
What does UEC mean in Star Citizen?
UEC stands for United Earth Credits — the in-game currency of Star Citizen. New players get a 5,000 aUEC credit just for signing up with a referral code like STAR-GCQJ-N6NC. When they make their first pledge (any starter package), an additional 50,000 aUEC bonus is applied automatically.
What is a referral code in Star Citizen?
A referral code is a short code tied to an existing player's account. When a new player uses one during signup, both the new player and the referrer receive in-game rewards. The new player gets a 5,000 aUEC signup credit, plus an additional 50,000 aUEC bonus when they make their first pledge.

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