Starfieldhas various resources and crafting items that can be used to build something better and useful. Some resources can be sourced naturally from different planets, while other manufactured objects like theDrilling Rigis can found on planets with settlements utilizing industry and factories. As acrafting resource, the Drilling Rig can be made into something better withStarfield’sworkbenches.
However, they can be tricky to locate if players don’t know the right places to look. This guide will provide several means to finding and collecting Drilling Rigs to craft on workbenches inStarfield.
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Where to Buy Drilling Rigs in Starfield
Luckily, Drilling Rigs can be bought early inStarfield.After completing their first mission and leaving the Lodge, players can freelyexplore New Atlantis. There are several vendors in New Atlantis, butthe Drilling Rig is found in the Commercial District at the Outland Store. It is next door to the Enhance Vendor - where players can change their appearance - and is managed by Cornelius Townard. Ask him what he has for sale and select Resources. He has around 15 Drilling Rigs available to purchase for 143Starfieldcreditseach.
Where to Find a Drilling Rig in Starfield
Players who don’t want to purchase a Drilling Rig can find one by taking on the first mission from the UC Vanguard. The Vanguard faction is located in the MAST district ofNew Atlantis. After completing the trials, Commander Tuala will give the player their first probationary mission toTau Ceti II.
To locate the Drilling Rig, follow the mission marker, loot the building, and head down the metal steps. At the bottom of the steps, there is a small gap to the left with crafting items on the ground. The Drilling Rig is the big yellow object next to the Austenic Manifold. Be aware that there are several items to loot in Tau Ceti II, and the player’s character can become over-encumbered after collecting heavy items like the Drilling Rig.
Although they can be found on missions, vendors are generally the best way to locate and find Drilling Rigs inStarfield.With the first Outland store on New Atlantis having several in stock, it’s worth the player picking up one or two and storing them atthe Lodge.
Starfieldis available Jun 30, 2025, for the PC and Xbox Series X/S.
