InStarfield, the Microgun is an eight-barrel rotary machine gun inspired by the real-life M134 Minigun. With its impressive capacity of over 300 shots per magazine, it can easily deplete enemy HP within seconds. However, due to its base value of approximately 15,000, not allStarfieldplayers can afford the Microgun at the beginning. Fortunately, there is a clever method to obtain this formidable weapon early on without having to pay the price. Here is a simple guide onhow to locate the Microgun on New Atlantis—the easy way.
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The Microgun Location
A free Microgun can be found inthe UC Surplus store in New Atlantis. To get it, players will need to sneak into the shop’s stockroom and steal the Microgun sitting on the desk.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to gettingStarfield’s minigun:
Players are advised toequip the Stealth skillwhile stealing the Microgun. With this perk, they will get notified when an NPC “detects” them.
The Microgun Stats and Mods
InStarfield, the Microgun serves as the space-themed counterpart to the minigun. Stat-wise, it boastsa base damage of 11 (physical)and afire rate of 350, with anaccuracy rating of 47%. What’s more,players can modify Microgunwith six attachments, such as the Recon Laser Sight, Compensator, and Suppressor.
How to Remove the Microgun’s Stolen Status
After stealing the Microgun from the UC Surplus store, players cansell it to a Trade Authority and repurchase it. This exchange will remove the stolen status, making the Microgun safe to carry around.
Is the Microgun Worth It?
Despite its above-average mass, the Microgun is one of thebest early-game weapons inStarfield. It proves to be effective against both armored and high-level enemies, all while conserving valuable resources. Additionally, the Microgun utilizes 7.77MM ammunition, which is a common loot item.
Starfieldis available now for PC and Xbox Series X/S.
