Unlocking the Secrets of Starfield: Master the Art of Outpost Building!
Discover the key to success in Starfield by mastering the art of building outposts Learn how to construct a basic and efficient outpost to maximize your resource mining capabilities and earn valuable Credits
Starfield stands out among other games with its base-building mechanics, offering unparalleled depth. With the ability to construct and personalize a multitude of outposts across various star systems, players can engage in resource mining, uncovering a wide range of exceptional and valuable materials.
Nevertheless, when it comes to acquiring the knowledge of establishing an outpost in Starfield, players are somewhat left to their own devices. Although the in-game Help menu can be of assistance, most players will likely seek answers elsewhere. Fortunately, setting up a fundamental Starfield outpost is a quick process, allowing players to swiftly discover the required information.
How to Build an Outpost in Starfield
Players will have the opportunity to start constructing outposts right away. Once they have delivered the artifact to Constellation at the start of the game, the option to do so will become available. To begin, players must locate a suitable spot and activate the hand scanner by pressing either the LB button (Xbox) or the F key (PC). Once the hand scanner is active, they can then press the X button (Xbox) or the R key (PC) to place an outpost beacon and confirm its position as they begin constructing their outpost.
As for what constitutes a suitable outpost location, players should take note of a few factors. Firstly,
Building a Basic Outpost in Starfield
. Moreover, outposts cannot be placed within existing outposts or settlements, nor on planets and moons with extreme weather conditions. However, with the unlocking and upgrading of the Planetary Habitation skill, players can bypass this limitation and increase the maximum number of outposts they are able to construct.
Most Starfield outposts will typically be established for the purpose of extracting a specific resource. This implies that players will require two essential components: a resource extractor and a power source. While the extractor can store a limited quantity of the mined resource, it is advisable for players to devise a storage system to prevent the container from reaching its capacity. As an alternative, they can construct a Transfer Container on their spacecraft to conveniently acquire the freshly extracted resources.
In order to achieve this, players must establish a connection between the extractor and the Transfer Container for seamless resource transfer. They can then access their ship's cargo hold menu and utilize either the LB button (Xbox) or the F key (PC) to alternate between different linked Transfer Containers. If players intend to have multiple Transfer Containers, it is advisable to rename Starfield outposts for easier identification.
Starfield is available now for PC and Xbox Series X|S.
