Starfield magazines scattered across the universe provide permanent buffs and bonuses when collected. Finding all 20 of these collectibles will also unlock the Thirst for Knowledge achievement.
This guide will cover some known locations to find Starfield magazines and books to help players on their journey to discover them all.
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What are skill magazines in Starfield?
Skill magazines in Starfield are collectibles that provide permanent buffs and other bonuses to the player. They can usually be found on tables, counters, or other flat surfaces where someone would sensibly put a book or magazine.
Starfield Magazine Locations
Sinclair’s Bookshop
One reliable early location to grab a Starfield skill magazine is Sinclair’s Bookshop in Akila City, across from Stoneroot. There is often one sitting on the front counter.
Abandoned Weapon Station
Head to the Abandoned Weapon Station and enter one of the large buildings. Check the upper control room that is often locked for a magazine sitting on one of the control panels.
The Lodge
In the New Atlantis residential district on Jemison in the Alpha, visit The Lodge to find a magazine somewhere inside the building.
The Rock
There is usually a skill magazine sitting on a table somewhere inside The Rock building in Akila City.
Waggoner Farm
Travel to Waggoner Farm on Montara Luna and head east to a bandit camp in the nearby canyon. Inside one of the buildings in the camp is a magazine.
Planet Suvorov
By joining the Crimson Fleet and following their quest line, you can access the landing point The Lock on Planet Suvorov in the Kryx System. This leads to an area with a magazine.
FAQs – September 10, 2023
How many skill magazines do I need to collect to unlock the Thirst for Knowledge achievement in Starfield?
You need to collect 20 skill magazines to unlock the Thirst for Knowledge achievement in Starfield.
Where can I find a comprehensive guide to skill magazine locations in Starfield?
Some skill magazines seem to always spawn in the same locations, especially ones tied to major quest lines and handcrafted areas. However, many issues will also be randomly placed across Starfield’s universe for players to discover. Make sure to thoroughly explore and search flat surfaces in buildings to find them all!
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