Ship theft is an optional mechanic inStarfieldthat allows players to take abandoned or broken enemy vessels. Of course, starship robberies are nothing likeGTA-esque crimes; they require timing, precision, skill, and even some luck. Since Bethesda likes to keep its gameplay mechanics somewhat mysterious, this guide will explainhow to steal shipsinStarfield, as well as provide tips for registering, modifying, and selling them.
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How to Steal Enemy Ships
To capture an enemy ship inStarfield, players will need todisable its engines. When a starship is engineless, it will drift in space, allowing players to dock, eliminate the crew, and take control of the vessel.
Once players interact with a vessel’s pilot seat, the ship becomes theirs. However, they will still need toperform at least one Grav Jumporland on a planetto establish it as their Home Ship.
Players can loot the stolen ship’s lockers and Cargo Hold fora chance to find Contraband itemsand other valuables.
Required Skills for Starship Theft
Stealing shipsrequires two skills:Targeting Control SystemsandPiloting. The former lets players destroy enemy ships’ engines, while the latter helps them operate Type-B and Type-C vessels.
How to Modify a Stolen Starship
Modification is only available for registered ships. Tomodify a stolen spacecraft, players cantalk to a Ship Services Technician, select“view ships,”and click “Register.” The register process costs a fee, which is a percentage of the ship’s value.
How to Sell a Stolen Ship
After registering the stolen vessel, players can approach a Ship Services Technician and request to see their available items for sale. From their inventory, they canselect “Sell”(G on PC) to trade the pilfered spacecraft.
It’s important to note that trafficking stolen ships is nota dependable source of income. This is primarily because the registration fee significantly reduces the profits by half.
Best Starfield Ships to Steal
Typically,Type-C vesselsare the most lucrative ones. Theirlarger size and cargo capacityoften result in better loot and higher selling prices. However, players can also benefit from acquiringType-B ships, which offer superior combat capabilities.
For those looking to profit off Contraband,Crimson Fleet shipsare the perfect target. These vessels are the likeliest to carry illicit items and are easier to take down.
Starfieldis available for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
