Q: How can I target another ship's engines in Starfield?

A: In Starfield, to target a ship's engines, you first need to level up the Targeting Control Systems skill to at least Rank 1. Once done, you can select a ship to target, and when the text underneath says "Lock," press X on the controller or R on the keyboard. This will enter the targeting mode, where you can then select the "ENG" option using the arrow keys or the left stick. By doing this, all your subsequent attacks will be directed at the ship's engines, making it easier for you to disable and board the vessel.

Q: What benefits do I get from leveling up the Targeting Control Systems skill?

A: Raising your Targeting Control Systems skill ranks in Starfield offers enhanced targeting capabilities. For example, at Rank 2, your lock-on time is reduced by 15%, and locked ships fire 25% slower. At the highest level, Rank 4, your lock-on time drops by 60%, and you'll deal 20% more system damage in targeting mode. These improvements can give you significant advantages in space combat, allowing you to disable enemy ships more efficiently.

Q: Are there other ways to disable ship systems without entering targeting mode?

A: Yes, in Starfield, you can also disable ship systems using EM weapons. These weapons deal damage to all subsystems and don't require you to specifically enter the targeting mode. This offers a more general approach to crippling enemy vessels.

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Starfield How to Target Engines and Other Subsystems With Target Lock

September 7, 2023

By Jason Faulkner

You can target engines in Starfield, which allows you to board other ships. There are a few ways to disable another ship’s engines in the game, but the easiest is just to attack them directly. It’s not immediately apparent that you can target subsystems in Starfield, but you can unlock the Target Lock ability early in the game.

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