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See also: Features

Digipicking is Starfield's own version of lockpicking. It utilizes the item digipick.

How to Get Digipicks

Purchasing from Vendors

Location: The most consistent source of Digipicks is purchasing them from vendors. The earliest available vendor is the Jemison Mercantile store in New Atlantis. This shop is conveniently located around the corner from your ship at the New Atlantis spaceport.
Procedure: To make your purchase, pass through the UC security checkpoint and proceed straight ahead to the city's entrance promenade. Here, you'll find the Jemison Mercantile. Speak to Amoli Bava at the register to buy Digipicks for 33 to 35 credits each.
Inventory Refresh: Note that vendors usually carry a limited stock (often two to three Digipicks at a time), but their inventory refreshes every 24 hours. To speed up this process, you can fast-travel back to your ship and sleep in your bed.
Other Vendors: Outside of hubs like New Atlantis, you may encounter other merchants who sell Digipicks in higher quantities. These vendors can be found at other spaceports and commercial areas, such as Apex Electronics in the New Atlantis Well area.

Looting and Exploration

Random Finds: While you roam the Starfield universe, keep an eye out for Digipicks lying around on the floor, desks, or countertops. Using your scanner (by pressing LB) will make these items glow with a blue outline, making them easier to spot.
Corpses and Containers: Defeated enemies, as well as corpses and containers you come across, may contain Digipicks. Check them thoroughly for these valuable tools.

Pickpocketing

Skill Requirement: This method is riskier but also viable. To pickpocket, you'll first need to unlock the 'Theft' skill.
Procedure: Once the skill is acquired, you can try pickpocketing NPCs, particularly in settlement hubs like New Atlantis. Remember, if you're caught, you could get a bounty on your head or even end up in jail.
Inspection: You can safely inspect an NPC's inventory to see if they have Digipicks without triggering any penalties.

Tips and Warnings

Carrying Capacity: Digipicks don't have mass, so they won't affect your carrying capacity.
Safety Symbols: If a Digipick has a red symbol in its description, it's considered stolen property. A yellow symbol indicates it's contraband. Always pick up Digipicks with all-white text and symbols for safe measure.

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 [[Digipicking]] is [[Starfield]]'s own version of lockpicking. It utilizes the [[item]] [[digipick]].
-==Pre-release Speculation==
+==How to Get Digipicks==
-===Overview===
+===Purchasing from Vendors===
-In the vast universe of [[Starfield]], players will encounter a plethora of locked doors, containers, and systems, all safeguarded by a state-of-the-art digital lock mechanism. To tackle these, the game introduces a unique mini-game called Digipicking, reminiscent of the traditional lockpicking systems seen in previous Bethesda titles.
+#'''Location''': The most consistent source of Digipicks is purchasing them from [[vendors]]. The earliest available vendor is the [[Jemison Mercantile]] store in [[New Atlantis]]. This shop is conveniently located around the corner from your ship at the New Atlantis [[spaceport]].
+#'''Procedure''': To make your purchase, pass through the [[UC security]] checkpoint and proceed straight ahead to the city's entrance promenade. Here, you'll find the [[Jemison Mercantile]]. Speak to [[Amoli Bava]] at the register to buy Digipicks for 33 to 35 [[credits]] each.
+#'''Inventory Refresh''': Note that vendors usually carry a limited stock (often two to three Digipicks at a time), but their inventory refreshes every 24 hours. To speed up this process, you can fast-travel back to your ship and sleep in your bed.
+#'''Other Vendors''': Outside of hubs like New Atlantis, you may encounter other merchants who sell Digipicks in higher quantities. These vendors can be found at other spaceports and commercial areas, such as [[Apex Electronics]] in the [[New Atlantis Well]] area.
-===How to Digipick===
+===Looting and Exploration===
-Digipicking relies on the player's dexterity, observation, and a collection of digital keys, or [[Digipick]]s, to unlock various digital locks throughout the game. Here's how to master the art of Digipicking:
+#'''Random Finds''': While you roam the Starfield universe, keep an eye out for Digipicks lying around on the floor, desks, or countertops. Using your scanner (by pressing LB) will make these items glow with a blue outline, making them easier to spot.
+#'''Corpses and Containers''': Defeated [[enemies]], as well as corpses and containers you come across, may contain Digipicks. Check them thoroughly for these valuable tools.
-#'''Choose the Right Key Shape''': The lock interface displays a prominent circle filled with distinct gaps. Players need to select the correct Digipick key shape that matches these gaps.
+===Pickpocketing===
-#'''Slot Key into Correct Spaces''': After identifying the right Digipick key, players must rotate it to ensure that it aligns seamlessly with the gaps. Confirm the key placement by pressing "A".
+#'''Skill Requirement''': This method is riskier but also viable. To pickpocket, you'll first need to unlock the '[[Theft]]' [[skill]].
-#'''Repeat the Process''': Depending on the complexity of the lock, players may need to repeat the above steps with multiple Digipick keys to fully unlock it.
+#'''Procedure''': Once the skill is acquired, you can try pickpocketing NPCs, particularly in settlement hubs like New Atlantis. Remember, if you're caught, you could get a [[bounty]] on your head or even end up in jail.
-#'''Auto-Slot for Quick Solutions''': In certain instances, players can use their saved auto-slot attempts to instantly solve a Digipick puzzle. This is especially handy for tackling the tougher locks or when running low on Digipick keys.
+#'''Inspection''': You can safely inspect an [[NPC]]'s inventory to see if they have Digipicks without triggering any penalties.
-===Digipicking Difficulty Levels===
+===Tips and Warnings===
-The difficulty of the Digipick puzzles corresponds to the player's [[Security]] [[Skill]] within the Tech skill branch:
+*'''Carrying Capacity''': Digipicks don't have mass, so they won't affect your [[carrying capacity]].
+*'''Safety Symbols''': If a Digipick has a red symbol in its description, it's considered stolen property. A yellow symbol indicates it's contraband. Always pick up Digipicks with all-white text and symbols for safe measure.
-*'''Rank 1''': Enables players to unlock Advanced locks.
-*'''Rank 2''': Grants access to Expert locks.
-*'''Rank 3''': Allows players to tackle Master locks.
-*'''Rank 4''': Provides a QoL improvement by letting players remove redundant keys from the puzzle interface, simplifying the Digipick process.
-===Acquiring More Digipicks===
-Throughout their journey in Starfield, players will inevitably need a steady supply of Digipicks. Here's how to replenish your stock:
-*'''Purchase from Vendors''': Various vendors and shops in major in-game cities will have Digipicks up for sale. It's advisable to stock up whenever possible.
-*'''Looting''': Players can find Digipicks by looting containers, downed enemies, and other points of interest across the galaxy. With a keen eye for exploration, one might seldom find the need to purchase them.
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