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Starfield: Particle Beam Weapons

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

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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.


Related: Starfield – Gagarin Landing

Types of Particle Beam Weapons

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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

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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.

RankDescriptionRequirements
Rank 1Particle Beam Weapons inflict 10% more damage.Kill 20 enemies with Particle Beam Weapons.
Rank 2Particle Beam Weapons inflict 20% more damage.Kill 50 enemies with Particle Beam Weapons.
Rank 3Particle Beam Weapons inflict 30% more damage.Kill 100 enemies with Particle Beam Weapons.
Rank 4Particle Beam Weapons receive additional 5% Crit Chance.

The Guide Hall intends to explore every inch of the Settled Systems in Starfield, and we’ll bring you guides along the way!