Tips

Unlock the secrets of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader with our comprehensive tips guide. Master combat, character building, and exploration to conquer the Koronus Expanse.

General Tips:

• Tap the touchpad to highlight interactable objects; hold it to bring up the area map (do not use during combat).
• You have two weapon sets; hold the ▢ button to switch between them.
• Add unwanted gear to cargo via its context menu (▢ button) to trade with factions. Keep items that provide skill or characteristic bonuses.
• Vendor trash can be traded for useful items. Use the map to find loot containers.
• Putting equipable gear into cargo is a toggle; all subsequent finds of that item type will be added to cargo automatically. Move items back to inventory if added accidentally. Transferring cargo to a vendor is permanent.
• Always scan for new warp routes (▢ button) when visiting a star system for the first time to gain Navigator's Insight, which makes routes safer. Use Insight to convert orange/red routes to yellow to avoid warp encounters (random fights).
• Make a hard save before optional space combat sections, as they can be punishing and autosaves may occur before unwinnable fights.

Combat Tips:

• Combat relies on a