How to Quick Equip and Switch Weapons in Starfield

Starfield, while a space exploration game, has one of the best and most satisfying gunplay mechanics for a game in 2023. However, ask any FPS gamer, and you will find that a big part of any gun-based combat is the ability to switch weapons efficiently. However, this is where the game falters, as Starfield doesn’t tell you how to actually switch weapons. We had the same problem, so we decided to investigate ourselves. Now that we have the answer, we are here to help you. So if you also want to learn how to quickly equip and switch weapons in Starfield, go through the two methods described below.

Quick Swap Weapons Using Your Starfield Inventory

Since Starfield doesn’t teach you how to quickly switch weapons, this is one of the first methods everyone uses. Like other games, Starfield has an inventory where it houses your weapons, too. So, here’s how to quickly switch your weapons using the inventory.

And that’s how you quickly equip a weapon using your inventory in Starfield. While easy enough, this process can quickly get tedious when you have to do it repeatedly. Keep reading to find out about a quicker method below. Also, while you are here, learnhow to grav jumpandfast travel in Starfieldfor a smooth and safe space journey.

Quick Equip and Switch Using the Weapon Wheel

Believe it or not, Starfield does have a weapon wheel that you can use not only for guns but for all kinds of equipment. However, you need to add a gun to your favorites list before you can use it. Follow the steps below to learn how it works.

Since Starfield doesn’t have a lot of ways to quick swap weapons as of now, these are the only methods you can use to switch to another gun during combat. However, there is always a chance more ways to quick switch will be introduced in future updates. Until then, you can rely on this guide like gospel.

Upanishad Sharma

Combining his love for Literature and Tech, Upanishad dived into the world of technology journalism with fire. Now he writes about anything and everything while keeping a keen eye on his first love of gaming. Often found chronically walking around the office.

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