: When playing 8-ball, hold the right mouse button to manually aim your shot rather than just following the default line.

: Use your hired mercenaries or story buddies to take the heat off you. You can give them specific commands through the comms menu.

: The Durston is excellent for making money due to its massive cargo hold, while the Coyote is generally considered the best ship for winning combat encounters.

: You can manually transfer energy reserves to your Shields to kickstart their regeneration in a crisis.

For those looking to conquer the Dodge Sector, success in depends on mastering your junker, finding the right way to make credits, and knowing when to run from a fight. Getting Started and Making Fast Credits

: You can win an early weapon called the Tracer by playing pool in the Texas system.