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Riot Shotgun - How to Get and Stats Overview

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The Riot Shotgun is a Shotgun that you can get by completing the Start-up Stopped sidequest in Starfield. Read on to learn how to get the Riot Shotgun, its stats, and Riot Shotgun weapon mods.

How to Get Riot Shotgun

Complete Start-up Stopped Quest

The Riot Shotgun will be available for purchase in Jane's Goods, located in Cydonia, after completing the Start-up Stopped quest and returning her ship.

You can trigger this quest by talking to Jane and asking about her business. She will then ask you to help her locate and bring back her cargo ship.

Cydonia Map, Shops, and Location Guide

Riot Shotgun Stats and Overview

Riot Shotgun Ammo and Basic Info

Riot Shotgun
Weapon Type Ammo Weapon ID
Shotgun 15X25 CLL Shotgun Shell 00162CF8
Mass Value Mod Slots
7.90 26909 8

Riot Shotgun Weapon Stats

Dmg Type 1 Dmg Type 2 Mag
EM - 6
Fire Rate Range Accuracy
15 22 66.8%

Note: A weapon's overall damage depends on its tier and rarity, weapon mods, and your skills.

Riot Shotgun Rare Effect

Riot Shotgun Rare Effect
・Concussive: Small chance to knock down targets.

Riot Shotgun Weapon Mods

All Applicable Weapon Mods

Mod Crafting Materials
Choke Sealant x1
Titanium x2
Tungsten x3
EM-Charged Shot Cobalt x3
Isocentered Magnet x1
Polymer x2
Fully Automatic Lubricant x4
Microsecond Regulator x1
Sealant x3
Hair Trigger Adhesive x3
Iridium x2
Platinum x3
Zero Wire x1
Recon Laser Sight Adhesive x2
Palladium x2
Vanadium x3
Zero Wire x2
Short Scope Adhesive x1
Chlorosilanes x2
Titanium x2
Tactical Stock Aluminum x1
Sealant x1
Titanium x1

The mods listed above are already installed on the Riot Shotgun. This unique weapon can also use mods compatible with its base weapon below.

Base Weapon
Breach

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