The Outer Worlds 2 equips gamers with an array of weapons to combat the forces of Auntie’s Choice, the Protectorate, and various menacing entities lurking on the planets they traverse. Among these weapons, one stands out as particularly unique: the Rookie’s Reward, which can be enhanced as players advance. This has led many to ponder the maximum level cap for the Rookie’s Reward in The Outer Worlds 2, as well as how to obtain it.

How to Acquire the Rookie’s Reward in The Outer Worlds 2

To acquire the Rookie’s Reward, you need to unlock a locker located on The Incognito, your ship. Begin by entering your ship and making your way to the main lobby. From there, take the first left followed by a right into a room where you’ll find a workbench on your left.

On the right wall of this room, there is a locker behind grating, where the Rookie’s Reward awaits. To access it, you’ll either need a lockpicking skill level of 11 or you can switch off a secret power supply in the same room.

To locate the power switch, go over to the workbench in the corner and jump onto the boxes to the right of it. The power switch is located on the wall behind these boxes. Interact with the switch to unlock the locker and retrieve the Rookie’s Reward inside.

Max Level of Rookie’s Reward in The Outer Worlds 2 (& Leveling It Up)

The Rookie’s Reward is unique because it levels up as it is used. With each upgrade, its damage output increases, making it more effective during combat. To level it up efficiently, players should seek out weaker enemies for easy kills. Initially, the Rookie’s Reward may not perform exceptionally well, so opting for low-level foes to farm experience will expedite the benefits gained from it.

The maximum level cap for the Rookie’s Reward is 30, aligning with the maximum level of your character, although individual skills can only be enhanced up to 20.