The Intricacies and Challenges of Starfield's Inventory System
In the vast expanse of Starfield, players find themselves exploring the limitless reaches of space, embarking on quests, and scavenging for rare items. However, managing the game's inventory seems to be turning into a significant hurdle for players.
Early Access and Initial Reviews
The game has been graced by early-access players ahead of its official September 6 release and has received considerable acclaim for its successful world-building capabilities, although several quality-of-life issues have since been identified.
Digipicks: The Core Issue
The inventory system of the game, specifically the categorization of Digipicks, is one of the primary concerns. The Digipicks function as the game’s lockpicks, critical for completing certain quests and gaining access to rare items. The problem crops up when players use the 'sell all' option for junk items, inadvertently ending up selling their vital Digipicks.
Player Reactions and Suggestions
One player highlighted this issue by saying, 'The title really says it all. This is a really strange design decision, and it’s paired with a ‘sell all’ button I can’t use because I need the Digipicks.’ This sentiment seems to be mirrored by the Starfield community, with suggestions for better categorization and instances of players having to re-buy their Digipicks multiple times.
A fellow gamer offered a workaround to the issue, suggesting, 'Pro tip; when you sell junk, sort by weight, and the Digipicks will be the last thing in your inventory since they have no weight. Then you can just spam sell until you reach the last item.'
The Need for Improvement
This has further highlighted the need for a more efficient and user-friendly inventory system, considering that item collection and management are critical to the gaming experience. Starfield has previously faced scrutiny for its gameplay merits with aspects such as unsettling NPC behaviors and quirky theft methods garnering both criticism and praise.
However, it's clear that as players delve deeper into the Starfield universe, minor alterations like re-categorizing Digipicks could significantly improve the gameplay experience.