Combat

The subject of this article is from the Prisms update.
The information from this article is up-to-date as of 31 August, 2021.

There are multiple game-release versions of the Combat page.

Combat is an information panel.

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Combat is a display page referenced by the Game Content page.

Sentinels are robotic entities that guard most worlds. Harvesting resources in view of the Sentinels will cause them to turn hostile.
Harvesting some resources, such as Gravitino Balls, will immediately alert Sentinels forces.
Sentinels may approach and scan you or any resources you recently harvested. Avoid harvesting or attacking non-hostile creatures while being watched.
Some worlds host extremely hostile Sentinels. These drones will attack on sight. Pay attention to the planet information in the Analysis Visor (Key F) to learn Sentinels status.
The Security Level in the top right of the HUD shows the current Sentinels status. This will increase as you fight Sentinels.
Eliminate Sentinels Drones quickly to avoid more powerful Sentinels being summoned.
Destroying Sentinel Drones is a good source of exotic materials.

Most Multi-Tool weapons, such as the Boltcaster require ammunition. Craft ammunition in empty slots in your Inventory.
While in combat, Reload your current weapon with Key R. this will automatically draw ammo from your inventory.
Ensure you have crafted sufficient ammunition before entering a combat situation.
All projects based weapons use the same ammunition: the Boltcaster, the Pulse Spitter and the Scatter Blaster.
Energy based weapons, such as the Blaze Javelin, are charged with carbon directly from the Quick Menu or the Inventory. The Mining Beam is not use in combat.
When out of ammo or charge, use Key Q to melee strike.

Fire your Multi-tool with LPM. When out of ammo or charge, use Key Q to melee strike.
Reload your current weapon with Key R. Some weapons require charge instead of ammo.
By default, the Multi-Tool is only equipped with a Mining Beam. To increase combat power, install new Weapon Types.
Cycle between weapon modes by using Key G.
The Multi-Tool can be upgraded with a Terrain Manipulator, allowing the user to create and remove planetary terrain.
Find new weapon blueprints and other Multi-Tool Upgradess in buildings or at a Technology Merchant aboard Space Stations.
Some planetary buildings may host brand-new Multi-Tools to purchase. Each Multi-Tool has unique bonuses to boost its effectiveness.

Damage received while on-foot (from combat, hostile fauna or environmental damage) will first deplete your shield.
Your shield will recharge over time. Take cover and avoid taking damage while the shield is low. Damage taken while shields are down will damage your health.
Purchase plans for a Personal Forcefield at Technology Merchants. This is a powerful combat shield deployed from the Multi-Tool.
Exosuit defensive and life support systems can be upgraded with new technology. Visit technology merchants on space stations to upgrade.

Fire your Multi-Tool with LPM. When out of ammo or charge, use Key Q to melee strike.
Aim (Key F) and Zoom (RPM) to target enemies with precision.
Cycle between weapon modes by using Key G.
Reload your current weapon with Key R. Ensure you have crafted sufficient ammunition before entering a combat situation.
Damage received while on-foot will first deplete your shield. Your shield will recharge over time. Take cover and avoid taking damage while the shield is low.
Purchase plans for a Personal Forcefield at Technology Merchants. This is a powerful combat shield deployed from the Multi-Tool.

Fire ship weapons with LPM. Cycle weapon modes with Key G.
if attacked by Pirates, answer them on the Communicator with Key X. They can be bribed to leave you alone.
Alternatively, use a Defence Chit to summon the System Authorities to aid in combat.
Purchase Defence Chits from merchants on Space Stations.
Stay behind your target to deal more damage and avoid enemy fire.
Manage your speed with Boost (L Shift) and Brake (Key S) to stay behind your target.
Turning while braking is much faster.
Your Starship Shields will recharge over time.
Change your current target with {,} and {.}.
Aim at the target leading reticle for increased accuracy.