> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://asteroid-shiba.gitbook.io/asteroid-shiba-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://asteroid-shiba.gitbook.io/asteroid-shiba-docs/reference/faq.md).

# FAQ

**How do I start playing?** Open the Asteroid Shiba Mini App in Telegram, join the required channel/chat, and claim your Shiba. See [Claim your Shiba](/asteroid-shiba-docs/getting-started/claim.md).

**Is the Founder Shiba really free?** Yes — free during the Founder Phase. Once the game launches it's gone for good.

**How many times can I hunt per day?** 5 signals per day, for every player. They refresh daily.

**Do I need to pay to find rare asteroids?** A free Scanner (Level 0) finds Common. From **Level 1** up, every rarity — Rare, Epic, Legendary and Genesis — becomes reachable, and higher levels shift your *odds* toward the rarest finds. What never changes is the reward: the same find pays the same to everyone.

**How do I earn from referrals?** When someone in your network buys a Scanner upgrade, you earn a commission (8/4/2 standard, 10/6/3 ambassador) — paid to you instantly in ASTRO. See [How referrals work](/asteroid-shiba-docs/referral-and-explorer-network/overview.md).

**What's an "active" referral?** A friend who has spent $50+ in the game (cumulative). Active referrals count toward your [Explorer Network bonus](/asteroid-shiba-docs/referral-and-explorer-network/explorer-bonus.md), the boost to your own find-chance.

**Does inviting friends take rewards away from them?** No. Your commission is paid by the game on top — your friends get their full upgrade and keep everything they earn.

**What can I do with ASTRO?** Keep it, invest it in [Research](/asteroid-shiba-docs/research/overview.md) to boost an asteroid's daily income, or withdraw it as USDT. See [Payments & Withdrawals](/asteroid-shiba-docs/payments/overview.md).

**How do payments and withdrawals work?** You buy Scanner upgrades directly with USDT (BEP20). Everything you earn in-game is ASTRO, which you can withdraw as USDT (BEP20) at a set rate. See [Payments & Withdrawals](/asteroid-shiba-docs/payments/overview.md).

**When does the game launch?** It already has — Season 1 launched on July 24, 2026 and is running now. See [Founder Phase](/asteroid-shiba-docs/founder-phase/overview.md) for what the pre-launch window was.

**Is it still free to join?** Yes. A new explorer claims a **Level 0 Shiba** for free. Free entry closes on **August 6, 2026**; after that, game access becomes paid. Numbers are limited and it may close earlier. See [Claim your Shiba](/asteroid-shiba-docs/getting-started/claim.md).

**What wallet do I need?** A BEP20 (BSC) wallet — for paying (USDT) and withdrawing your earnings.

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Withdrawal terms — the exact ASTRO to USDT rate, the minimum amount and any fees — are still being finalized and will be published here. Scanner [upgrade prices](/asteroid-shiba-docs/scanner/overview.md) and [Research costs](/asteroid-shiba-docs/research/overview.md) are published.
{% endhint %}


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