Workbench in The Outer Worlds 2 allows the player character to craft, equip Mods, break down junk, and upgrade party members. This feature enables players to alter their build into their preferred play style. The Workbench is usually found in strategic Locations placed across the various regions of Outer Worlds 2. Workbenches are also featured with an icon on the map, the crossed Hammer and Wrench, so that they can be easily identified on the map. This page will include all information about Workbench, its core mechanics, the crafting system, modifications, breakdown, and party upgrades.
The Outer Worlds 2 Workbench (Crafting) Guide
What is Workbench in Outer Worlds 2
A Workbench is a station that allows players to craft items such as ammunition, consumables, and gear components that will aid them during combat., Players can also tinker with their equipment to improve their efficiency, recycle items into crafting materials, and upgrade their party members' weapons and armor. Workbenches serve as a hub for players who wish to upgrade their gear further and enable deeper customization.
Where to Find A Workbench in Outer Worlds 2
Workbenches are located in various regions and locations across the world. They can be found by exploring the different areas of a location. They are also usually found in settlements (sometimes, just beside a Vending Machine). Once you've found a Workbench station, it will automatically be featured on your map with a crossed Hammer and Wrench icon, so you can easily remember where to find it when you need to.
Aside from the Workbenches found throughout Arcadia, it is also accessible by speaking with Niles when he is your chosen Companion. To Access the Workbench using Niles, you'll have to speak with Niles and choose the Field Tinkering option. This allows you to access the features of the Workbench without the need to find a Workbench station.
How to Use the Workbench in Outer Worlds 2
To use the Workbench in The Outer Worlds 2, you must first head over and interact with a Workbench. This will open up four options: Crafting, Mods, Breakdown, and Party Upgrades. If you're aim is to craft materials, select the Crafting option. If you wish to upgrade or modify your equipment, select the Mods option. Breakdown allows you to recycle unused equipment or junk into resources for crafting, and select Party Upgrades if you wish to upgrade your companion's gear. Selecting one of the options will further open up a menu to craft, modify, break down, and upgrade your party.
For a more in-depth guide for each selection, you can head over to our guides tutorial below.
Outer Worlds 2 Workbench Guide
What is Crafting in Outer Worlds 2
Crafting in Outer Worlds 2 allows you to create items that can help you on your playthrough in exchange for resources. Players will be able to craft items such as ammo, primers, throwables, and inhaler charges. Mods acquired by any means will automatically unlock their corresponding recipe in crafting, so players can easily re-craft Mods if they need to.
How to Craft in Outer Worlds 2
To start crafting in Outer Worlds 2, players should have access to a Workbench, as you can only craft while using it. Upon opening the crafting screen, you'll be greeted with the items you can craft on the left, the materials required in the middle, and the description for each item on the right side of the screen. You can start crafting by first fulfilling the materials required per recipe. Each recipe will have its own required materials with varying quantities.
Items that can be crafted will have a green text color instead of red. You can also filter the category for recipes to easily find the recipe you need. Once you've crafted an item, it will consume the required materials from your inventory. So you'll have to be mindful of your resource management.
Where to Find Resources for Crafting in Outer Worlds 2
Recipes in crafting require various resources or materials to create. These resources can be found scattered throughout the world, often appearing in environments they originate from. For example, Scrap Metal and Foil can usually be found in industrial zones, while Cloth tends to appear near settlements. Players can also get materials by breaking down the Junk they've found while exploring the world. This can be done by accessing the Breakdown section of the Workbench.
How to Unlock More Recipes in Outer Worlds 2
To unlock more recipes in Outer Worlds 2, players can find and collect recipes scattered throughout the world. Some recipes can also be purchased from the different vendors. Recipes that are newly unlocked will have a blue light next to their name on the Crafting screen. This is an indicator of the new recipes you can craft.
To learn about the different Recipes and their requirements, you can head over to our Recipes page for a complete list of available craftable items.
All Workbench Locations
There is a Workbench inside the Locker Room, next to the Pet Station
There is a Workbench inside the automech repair shed.
There is a Workbench inside the main building where you can find Inez.
There is a Workbench on the basement level of the facility, next to the corpse of Warden Captain
There is a Workbench inside the room where you pick up the Keycard - Westport Broadcast Facility.
(The same building where Vigilant Hogarth is)
There is a workbench on the opposite side of the bridge, inside a cabin
There's a Workbench on the operations floor, by the command room.
Inside the Vox Armory.
(The Vox Armory Key is required and can be acquired from Cadet Warden Atarah)
On the second floor, next to a Provision Dispenser Vending Machine and an AutoDoc Station.
There is a Workbench on the Free Market Bazaar next to the "Not A Weapon Store" Weapon Store.
Matriarch's Mercy
There is a Workbench on the ground floor of the Main building, next to two Vending Machines.
Zyranium Manufactory VII
There is a Workbench in the western area, located after riding the lift downwards.
There is a Workbench inside the Industrial building, in front of the stairs and the Vending Machine.
(The same building where you can find Aza)
N-Ray Range
A workbench is located deep inside the N-Ray Range, next to Novice Archivist Trammel's area.
Alexandra Monastery
There is a Workbench past the Novice Dormitory, inside the area where Seer Landon Wiley lets you choose two rooms: "Betray your values" or "Be a hero" room.
Alexandra Monastery
If you head inside the room where you "Betray your values", there will be a Workbench near the exit of the area.
Alexandra Monastery
There is a Workbench inside the Matriarch's Observatory, before you meet with Seer Landon Wiley.
Alexandra Monastery
There is a Workbench on the 2nd Floor of the Alexandra Monastery - Exterior, inside a watchtower, where you can pick up the Kinetic Beam Caster.
Fort Endurance
There is a Workbench on the northeast corner of Fort Endurance, just behind Security Officer Abner.
North of Mantisaur Nest
There is a Workbench inside a cabin, located north of the Mantisaur Nest.
Greater Tranquility Station
There is a Workbench across the entrance of Greater Tranquility Station.
(Inside the same area of Factor Iuvino)
Landing Pad
There is a Workbench on the right side of the Landing Pad.
Automech Production Facility
Inside the main building, there is a Workbench in the corner, in front of the stairs.
There is a Workbench just past the kitchen, located on the left side of the next room.
Automech Production Facility
There is a Workbench just past the kitchen, located on the left side of the next room.
