Piracy & Smuggling

Navigate the risks of piracy and smuggling in X4: Foundations, from attacking civilian ships to transporting illegal wares like Nividium.

For those with a more morally ambiguous approach, piracy and smuggling offer alternative ways to earn credits. Piracy involves attacking civilian ships, forcing them to drop cargo, or even capturing them. Smuggling entails transporting illegal wares (like Spacefuel or Nividium) past faction patrols. Both activities carry significant risks, including reputation loss and bounties, but can be highly profitable if executed carefully. Invest in fast ships and good shields.