There’s a weapon in The Outer Worlds 2 called the Rookie Reward, which you’ll need for an achievement. In this guide, I’ll explain how to get the Rookie Reward locker gun.
How to Get Locker Gun in The Outer Worlds 2
Here’s how I found one of the easiest hidden weapons early in The Outer Worlds 2. There is a unique SMG called Rookie’s Reward that you can get right after the tutorial. It is inside a locker on your ship and it also counts toward an achievement, so it is worth picking up as soon as possible.
Finding the Rookie’s Reward
After finishing the tutorial, I stayed on my ship. If you already stepped outside, just turn around and go back in. From there, I headed to the locker room area inside the ship.
Once inside, I turned right and walked into the room full of lockers. On the right-hand wall, I saw one locker that looked like it was holding weapons. That was the one I needed. When I tried to open it, it required Lockpicking 11.
Getting the Gun Without Leveling Up
I did not want to spend time leveling Lockpicking just to open one locker, so I looked around for another way. There is a simple trick you can use.
Here is what I did:
While you’re still on your own ship (if you get off, just turn around and get back on), Head to the locker room area.
- I turned around and faced the corner to the right of the workbench.
- I noticed some crates stacked nearby and jumped over them.
- Behind the crates, I found a power switch on the wall.
- After flipping the switch, the locker with the gun unlocked automatically.
That was all it took. The Rookie’s Reward was now mine without needing any Lockpicking skill points.
Modding for the Achievement
After picking up the gun, I went to the Workbench and added several mods to it. I upgraded the sights, barrel, and damage. When I fully modded it, the achievement unlocked immediately.
It is a great weapon for the early game and the free achievement makes it even better.
My Tips
- Try this right after the tutorial while you are still on your ship.
- You can skip the Lockpicking requirement by using the switch trick.
- Fully mod the Rookie’s Reward to earn the achievement.
What Lockpicking level do I need to open the locker?
You need Lockpicking 11, but you can avoid that by flipping the power switch behind the crates.
Where is the power switch located?
It is in the corner to the right of the workbench. Jump over the crates and you will see it on the wall.
When can I get the Rookie’s Reward?
Right after completing the tutorial, before leaving your ship.
Is the Rookie’s Reward a good weapon?
Yes, it is strong early in the game and remains useful when modded.
What achievement does it unlock?
You earn an achievement by fully modding the Rookie’s Reward at a workbench.