How do I sell all my junk Starfield?
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To sell all your junk in Starfield, you can visit the Trade Authority Kiosk or a local Trade Authority shop on most major planets, where you can sell a variety of items, including contraband and stolen items, or try visiting Jemison Mercantile in New Atlantis for a more general store experience. The process of selling items in Starfield involves speaking with a merchant, opening up the Buy menu, and then switching to the Sell screen by pressing the LB button (Xbox) or the Q key.
Understanding the Selling Process
Identifying the Best Places to Sell
The best places to sell items in Starfield are Trade Authority vendor NPCs, which can be found in most major spaceports, and they offer a high price for your items. You can also try selling items at Jemison Mercantile in New Atlantis or at the Trade Authority Kiosk near the Ship Services Technician.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I sell my junk in Starfield?: You can sell your junk at the Trade Authority Kiosk, local Trade Authority shops, or Jemison Mercantile in New Atlantis.
- How do I sell items in Starfield?: To sell items, speak with a merchant, open the Buy menu, and switch to the Sell screen using the LB button (Xbox) or Q key.
- What can I do with junk items in Starfield?: Junk items in Starfield can only be sold for credits, making it a straightforward way to get resources from planets.
- Can I scrap stuff in Starfield?: No, there’s no “scrapping” of gear in the game; you can either sell the items or choose not to pick them up.
- How do I sell contraband in Starfield?: You can sell contraband at any Trade Authority shop or kiosk, but selling at The Den in the Wolf system avoids being scanned.
- Where can I sell stolen items in Starfield?: You can sell stolen items at the Trade Authority building on a planet or ship, such as The Key on planet Neon or in New Atlantis.
- What should I not sell in Starfield?: It’s advisable not to sell ammo, Digipicks, healing items, Legendary items, Rare resources, Starborn gear, ships with specific purposes, or stat-boosting items.
- How do I sell my ship in Starfield?: You can sell a stolen ship by registering it and then approaching a Ship Services Technician to select the Sell option.
- Can I make passive income in Starfield?: Yes, building an Outpost and creating tailored buildings, mining materials, and selling to vendors can generate a continuous source of easy money.
- What’s the best way to make money fast in Starfield?: Selling stolen items and contraband, looting, raiding ships, selling survey data, and completing radiant quests are lucrative ways to make money.
- Where is the best place to sell contraband without getting scanned?: The Den in the Wolf system near Alpha Centauri is the best place to sell contraband without being scanned.
- Can I start a business in Starfield?: Technically, yes, you can manufacture items from raw resources in your Outpost and sell them.
- What are the best ships to buy in Starfield?: The Abyss Trekker, Narwal, Razorleaf, Silent Runner, Star Eagle, Starborn Guardian, and Stronghold are considered the best ships.
- Are mechs banned in Starfield?: Yes, mechs were banned by treaty after the Colony War and are considered taboo.
- How do I sell Aurora in Starfield?: You can sell Aurora and other Contraband items at the Trade Authority vendor inside the main city area where you see the shining yellow Trade Authority banner.