How to Sell Ship Inventory in Starfield: A Comprehensive Guide
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Selling items in Starfield is crucial for accumulating credits, which are vital for upgrading your ship, buying new gear, and generally progressing through the game. While the process is fairly straightforward, understanding how to access your ship’s inventory and sell its contents can sometimes be confusing. This guide will break down the process step-by-step, ensuring you get the most out of your plundered loot and acquired resources.
Selling Items from Your Ship’s Cargo Hold
The most common scenario you’ll face involves selling items stored in your ship’s cargo hold. Here’s the process:
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Locate a Vendor: First, you need to find a vendor. These can be found in most major settlements and spaceports. Look for merchants with kiosks or storefronts, often labeled as ‘General Goods’ or similar.
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Speak to the Vendor: Approach the vendor and initiate a conversation. Choose the dialogue option that opens up their buy menu. This is typically something along the lines of “I’d like to see what you’re selling,” or a similar phrase.
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Access the Sell Menu: Once in the vendor’s buy menu, you’ll need to switch to the sell menu. Usually, this is done by pressing LB on Xbox or Q on PC. This will transition the menu from the vendor’s inventory to your own personal inventory.
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Select Items to Sell: Now you will see your character’s inventory. To sell items directly from your ship’s cargo hold, you need to press LB (Xbox) or Q (PC) again while in this sell menu. This action will swap the display, and it will now show your ship’s cargo inventory.
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Sell the Items: From here, you can select the items you wish to sell. You can sell individual items or multiples at once. The value of each item will be displayed, and you’ll see the total amount you’ll receive for the transaction. Once you’re satisfied with your selections, confirm the sale.
Quick Tips for Ship Inventory Sales:
- Mass Selling: You can often select multiple items by using a cursor to select items individually or using a mass selection option to quickly sell many items.
- No Need to Carry: You don’t have to manually move items from your ship to your character’s inventory to sell them. The game allows for direct transactions from your ship’s storage.
- Multiple Vendors: Different vendors specialize in different goods, and the prices they offer may vary, making it beneficial to visit different vendors if you want to maximize your profits.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 15 frequently asked questions to further clarify the process of selling items from your ship inventory, and other associated selling mechanics, in Starfield:
1. Can you sell items from ship inventory directly in Starfield?
Yes, absolutely. You can sell items directly from your ship’s cargo hold to vendors without having to move them to your character’s inventory first. Use the LB/Q button toggle to switch between your inventory and your ship’s cargo while in the sell menu.
2. How do you sell stolen ships in Starfield?
To sell a stolen ship, you must first register it at a Ship Services Technician. After registration, visit the Ship Services Technician again, and choose the dialogue option that allows you to view your ship inventory, then select Sell (G on PC) when selecting the vessel from your list to trade the pilfered spacecraft.
3. Is it worth selling ships in Starfield?
Yes, selling unwanted ships is generally worth it for the credits. However, keep in mind that there’s a registration fee that typically reduces the profit to about 15% of the ships value. Only consider selling if you’re sure you won’t need the ship again.
4. Do you have to register a ship before selling it in Starfield?
Yes, you must register a stolen ship before you can sell it. This is a balancing mechanic that ensures players can’t become ridiculously wealthy by constantly stealing and selling ships.
5. How do I use ship storage in Starfield?
Your ship’s cargo hold acts as your ship storage. You can access it through the menus when on board your ship or while trading with vendors. Transfer items to and from this area to store them on your vessel.
6. How do I sell my pirate ship in Starfield?
The process for selling a pirate ship is the same as any stolen ship. You must first register the ship with a Ship Services Technician and then you can sell it from your list of owned ships through them.
7. Should I sell my first ship in Starfield?
It’s usually advisable to sell some of your ships, especially if you have more than four, as they often begin to overlap in functionality. However, consider keeping ships with unique purposes.
8. How do you sell ships for full value in Starfield?
You can’t sell ships for full value due to the registration fee. The best way to get the highest return possible for your ship is to make sure it is in excellent condition and is not damaged. Selling via a Ship Services Technician at a vendor is the only way to sell your vessels.
9. Where do I sell my ship in Starfield?
You will have to visit a Ship Services Technician in any of the major settlements or spaceports to initiate the sale of one of your vessels.
10. What happens to your old ship when you get a new ship in Starfield?
When you acquire a new ship, your previous ship is automatically moved into storage and can still be accessed from any ship technician. You do not lose the ship when you change your home vessel.
11. How many ships can you own in Starfield?
You can own a maximum of ten ships at any given time. If you reach this limit, you’ll need to sell a ship before acquiring another.
12. What should you not sell in Starfield?
Avoid selling essential items like ammo, digipicks, healing items, rare resources, and any legendary items you find. Keep ships with specialized purposes for specific types of mission and combat situations.
13. Where can I mass sell items in Starfield?
Several vendors in major settlements can buy a large variety of goods. Jemison Mercantile, UC Surplus, Centurion Arsenal, Apex Electronics, and UC Distribution are good places to visit for bulk item sales.
14. Where can I find a Ship Services Technician to sell ships?
Ship Services Technicians are present at all major settlements, such as New Atlantis and Akila City, and can be found near spaceports. They’re typically denoted by an icon of a ship.
15. Can I rename ships in Starfield?
Yes, you can rename ships by speaking to a Ship Technician and selecting the Ship Builder option. From there, click “Flight Check” and then “Rename”. You’ll be able to choose a name up to 14 characters long.
By following this guide and understanding the nuances of ship inventory sales, you can efficiently manage your resources and become a prosperous space explorer in Starfield. Happy trading!