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How to disable turrets in StarfieldGet rid of these pesky machines with three different methods
Get rid of these pesky machines with three different methods
Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bethesda Game Studios
Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bethesda Game Studios
Wondering how to disable turrets in Starfield?Turrets can be nasty enemies to come up against inStarfield, because they just don’t back down until they’re taken out. Luckily, it’s not too difficult to disable them with the right strategy, and we’ve got you covered.
Here’s everything you’ll need to know about disabling turrets inStarfield, including how to deactivate them using their respective consoles, how to change their target, and how to simply shoot them down.
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How to deactivate turrets in Starfield
Of course, though, be on the lookout for the actual turrets themselves while searching for their consoles and try to remain out of their line of sight. Some players have also reported coming across turrets that aren’t connected to consoles, meaning this might not work for every turret (and you might have to resort to our third option).
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Again, though, be wary of turret fire while approaching the console and don’t fret if you can’t find it — there’s always our third option.
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Alternatively, you can do things the intuitive way and simply use a weapon to take them out. This method is a lot less reliable than the previous options, as turrets are pretty ruthless and you’ll likely take damage yourself. We’d recommend using one of the above methods whenever possible to save yourself the risk of damage, but if taking them out the old-fashioned way is your thing (or if you just can’t find that pesky hidden console), who are we to judge?
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