Abiotic Factor: How to Recover the Antique Shotgun in Latest Update

Players lament losing the Antique Shotgun and seek ways to recover it after accidental scrapping.

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In the world of Abiotic Factor, losing the Antique Shotgun is akin to losing a piece of gaming history. LowLeijon’s accidental disposal of the prized item resonated with many players, leading to a discussion on possible recovery methods.

Summary

  • Players bemoan accidental loss of Antique Shotgun.
  • Community suggests methods to recover the item.
  • Debate on file editing versus in-game methods for restoration.

Seeking the Shotgun

One user, Dalzombie, emphasized the difficulty in reclaiming the Antique Shotgun without resorting to file editing. They expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of simple loot respawning for unique items like the shotgun.

Respawning Solutions

Fillinek offered an alternative perspective, stating that loot respawning could work to bring back the Antique Shotgun. They detailed the process of editing a setting file to enable the respawn feature, potentially allowing players to retrieve the lost item over time.

Friend to the Rescue

Logos_000 proposed a creative solution involving player save folder manipulation. By replacing their save folder with a friend’s containing the Antique Shotgun, players could potentially reintroduce the weapon into their inventory through a series of strategic steps.