While certainly not the go-to choice for most of us, Particle Beam Weapons in Starfield deal Physical and Energy damage, making them a viable option for end-game. The goal, however, is finding one. Here is how to get Particle Beam Weapons, the skills you’ll want to invest in, and the types you’ll find in the Settled Systems!
Where to Get Particle Beam Weapons

There are numerous methods to get Particle Beam Weapons in Starfield, but your primary means of finding one of these ultra-powerful energy weapons is via a trader. You can buy one at:
- Centaurian Arsenal (New Atlantis)
- Neon Tactical (Neon)
- Arboran (Neon)
- Rowland Arms (Akila City)
- The Trader (New Game Plus)
Alternatively, watch out because you’ll occasionally find an enemy wielding a powerful Particle Beam Weapon. It’s likely a boss found at the end of a point-of-interest dungeon, though!
Furthermore, some Particle Beam Weapons drop as quest rewards, like Eternity’s Gate, which you’ll receive upon defeating The Emissary in Unearthed.
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Types of Particle Beam Weapons

There are currently three types of Particle Beam Weapons in Starfield: Pistols, Rifles, and Shotguns. They each have unique advantages and disadvantages, and you’ll want to weigh the pros and cons of each weapon type depending on your play style and build.
Particle Beam Pistols
| Novalight |
| Terror Inflictor |
| The Spacer |
| Va’ruun Starshard |
Particle Beam Rifles
| Eternity’s Gate |
| Reflection |
| Va’ruun Inflictor |
Particle Beam Shotguns
| Big Bang |
| Jake’s Hangover Cure |
Skills That Affect Particle Beam Weapons
Suppose you intend to craft a Starfield build solely focusing on Particle Beam Weapons; first, good luck. It’s a challenging run. That said, investing skills points in Particle Beams can make life—and combat—easier. It’s under the Combat Skill Tree.
| Rank | Description | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Rank 1 | Particle Beam Weapons inflict 10% more damage. | Kill 20 enemies with Particle Beam Weapons. |
| Rank 2 | Particle Beam Weapons inflict 20% more damage. | Kill 50 enemies with Particle Beam Weapons. |
| Rank 3 | Particle Beam Weapons inflict 30% more damage. | Kill 100 enemies with Particle Beam Weapons. |
| Rank 4 | Particle Beam Weapons receive additional 5% Crit Chance. | – |
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