Guide to Acquire the REV-8 Vehicle in Starfield Before Shattered Space Release

When Starfield was released, players enthusiastically clamored for land vehicles, as traversing the vast planets on foot proved to be quite laborious. Although Todd Howard initially shared the reasoning behind the absence of vehicles, the team later revised their decision and introduced the REV-8 with the update on August 20.

The Shattered Space expansion is set to launch on September 30. If you haven’t acquired the REV-8 yet, now is the time to ensure you have it for exploring Va’ruun’kai.

How to Acquire the REV-8: Step-by-Step Guide

Travel to the New Atlantis Spaceport and talk to the Ship Services Technician.
Choose the option ‘I’d like to purchase a vehicle.’
Spend 25,000 Credits to obtain the REV-8.
Fly to a different planet, where you will find the REV-8 parked next to your ship.

Locate the Ship Services Technician in New Atlantis

Starfield Ship Services Technician in New Atlantis — Source: Dexerto / Bethesda

You may go to any spaceport that has a Ship Technician, but New Atlantis is a convenient choice, as it’s likely you’ve visited it before. Set the waypoint to ‘New Atlantis,’ and you will find the technician just ahead, below the Ship Services sign.

Select “I’d Like to Purchase a Vehicle”

Starfield I'd Like to Purchase a Vehicle dialogue with Ship Technician — Source: Dexerto / Bethesda

When conversing with the Ship Technician, pick the “I’d like to purchase a vehicle” dialogue option to see the REV-8 available for purchase.

Buy the REV-8 for 25,000 Credits

Purchase screen for REV-8 vehicle in Starfield — Source: Dexerto / Bethesda

If your bank balance is at least 25,000 Credits, you can purchase the REV-8 vehicle. Notably, it is categorized as Vehicle 1/1, hinting at the possibility of additional vehicles in future updates or expansions like Shattered Space.

Locate the REV-8 Next to Your Ship

Starfield REV-8 vehicle beside ship — Source: Dexerto / Bethesda

After acquiring the REV-8, fast travel to any location in the galaxy and you will find it parked beside your ship. You can hop in and start exploring planets at a significantly quicker pace than traveling on foot.

How to Operate the REV-8 in Starfield

Action	Controller	Keyboard & Mouse
Enter	A	AND
Exit	B	AND
Forward/Reverse/Turn	Left Stick	WASD
Boost	RB	Shift
Vertical Boost	AND	Space Bar
Shoot	RT	Left Mouse Button
Aim	LT	Right Mouse Button
Horn	X	R
Change POV	View Button	Scroll Wheel Button

The controls for the REV-8 are intuitive, as its movement is fully managed through the left stick or directional keys, without a dedicated reverse or brake button.

You can, however, activate the boost thrusters by pressing RB (on controller) or Shift (on keyboard) to accelerate quickly and leap across obstacles. The vertical boost can be activated with the jump key to propel the vehicle upwards, allowing access to high areas that would ordinarily be unreachable.

While using the REV-8, you’re not left defenseless; it is equipped with a potent built-in laser turret that you can aim and fire just like any weapon.

Moreover, pressing X on the controller or R on the keyboard will activate the horn, and you have the option to switch to first-person view using the change POV button.

How to Customize the REV-8

Starfield I'd like to view my vehicle dialogue option

Starfield vehicle screen with arrow pointing towards change color option

Visit a Ship Services Technician.
Select ‘I’d like to view my vehicles.’
When you hover over the REV-8, choose the ‘Color’ option.
Customize the color scheme to your preference.

The only customization allowed for the REV-8 is color; unlike your ships, you cannot replace any parts or enhance the vehicle’s boost capabilities.

For additional tips leading up to the launch of Shattered Space, feel free to check out guides on the best ships and essential tips tailored for beginners and returning players.

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