How to unlock the Onion Sword in Final Fantasy XVI

The Onion Sword is a new weapon in Final Fantasy XVI. To see how you can unlock this classic Final Fantasy sword in the 16th mainline installment of the series, you can take a look at this tutorial from Seeking Tech.

1. For the first step, you need to make sure that you have the latest version of Final Fantasy 16 installed. This is because the Onion Sword was added through a recent title update for the Japanese role-playing game.

To manually check if there is a new patch available. Open the home menu of your PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 5 Digital Edition console. From there, move the cursor over to the Final Fantasy XVI logo and then press the Options button on the gamepad. Finally, select the Check for Update option from the pop-up menu.

2. Afterwards, open the game and then load into your save file.

3. When playing the game, open the in-game menu by pressing the Options button.

4. From there, use the L2 and R2 buttons to change menus until you get to System.

5. In the System menu, use the L1 and R1 buttons to change tabs until you get to Redeemable Items.

If you don’t see this option, then you may not have progressed far enough into the main campaign yet.

6. You should be able to find and unlock the Onion Sword from the list.

This weapon has an attack power of 160 as well as a stagger power of 160. You will be able to equip it from the Gear & Eikons section of the in-game menu.

How to disable adaptive triggers in Final Fantasy XVI

Thanks to a new update, you are now able to disable adaptive triggers in Final Fantasy XVI. To see how you can remove the resistance from the L2 and R2 buttons in this Japanese role-playing game, you can take a look at this tutorial from Seeking Tech.

1. If you haven’t done so already, make sure you have the latest patch downloaded for the game as the ability to enable or disable adaptive triggers was added recently.

2. With the game updated, you need to make your way to the System menu in Final Fantasy 16. This can be done by selecting Config from the title screen.

If you are already loaded into your save file, then you need to press the Options button on the DualSense to bring up the pause menu. From there, use the L2 and R2 buttons to navigate over to System.

3. Inside of the System menu, use the L1 and R1 buttons to change tabs until you get to Game Settings.

4. From there, you should see the Adaptive Triggers option, which should have the following description:

Toggle trigger effect function on/off.

By default, this is set to On. If you want to turn it off, then you need to select it.

5. Exit the System menu and then return to the game.

You should no longer feel any resistance when pressing down on the L2 and R2 buttons.

Starfield cross buy and cross save features explained

Starfield supports both cross buy and cross play. To see how both of these features worked in this open-world space role-playing game, you can check out this guide from Seeking Tech.

Before we begin, it is important to note that Starfield is currently available on five platforms:

  • Xbox Series X
  • Xbox Series S
  • Microsoft Store (PC)
  • Steam (PC)
  • Xbox Cloud Gaming (Streaming)

Is Starfield an Xbox Play Anywhere title?

Starfield is classified as an Xbox Play Anywhere, which means that if you bought the game on Xbox or through the Microsoft Store, you would get access to the following versions:

  • Xbox Series X
  • Xbox Series S
  • Microsoft Store (PC)

For Xbox Cloud Streaming, you will need to subscribe to Xbox Game Pass Premium.

If you bought Starfield on Steam, then you won’t be able to gain access to the other versions of the same game.

Can you play Starfield at the same time on different platforms?

If you purchase the Xbox Play Anywhere version of Starfield, then you are able to play the game on different platforms.

Keep in mind that the purchase is tied to your Microsoft account, however. Therefore, you won’t be able to play Starfield at the same time on different devices with you are signed into the same Microsoft Account.

Does Starfield support game sharing on Xbox?

The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S versions of Starfield supports game sharing. This feature allows you, or a different person, to use a different Microsoft Account when playing the game on the same console.

To unlock game sharing, open the Settings menu of your Series X or Series S and then select General > Personalization > My home Xbox > Make this my home Xbox.

How cross save and achievements work in Starfield

As long as you are playing on the same Microsoft account, then your saves and Achievements will be shared between the following versions:

  • Xbox Series X
  • Xbox Series S
  • Microsoft Store (PC)
  • Steam (PC)
  • Xbox Cloud Gaming (Streaming)

If you bought the Steam version of Starfield, then you won’t be able to transfer your saves or achievements to other platforms.

How to fix the ‘You’re too early’ error when launching Starfield on Xbox Series X or S

When trying to launch Starfield on your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S, you may end up seeing the following error message:

You’re too early.

We know you really want to get started, but you’ll have to wait a bit longer. Check Microsoft Store for the launch date.

To see how you can get past this error screen and play the game, you can check out this troubleshooting article from Seeking Tech.

Why you are seeing the “You’re too early” message

The reason why you are seeing this error is due to you not having access to Starfield. For the uninformed, the game has two separate release dates.

The early access release date is September 1, 2023. To play the game early, you need to purchase the Premium Edition or Constellation Edition of the game. Alternatively, you can buy the Premium Edition Upgrade if you own the standard edition or downloaded the standard edition from Game Pass.

So, if you only have the standard version of Starfield, you have to wait until September 6, 2023, in order to start playing Starfield.

How to fix the “You’re too early” error in Starfield

If you have the Premium Edition or Constellation Edition of Starfield, then you should double check to see if you have the Premium Edition Upgrade downloaded on the Microsoft Store App on your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S console.

Keep in mind that the Premium Edition Upgrade comes with a voucher for the Premium Edition Upgrade. So, make sure you input the store in the Microsoft Store App in order to unlock all of the premium edition content.

If you think you have early access but you still can’t launch the game, then you have to contact the Xbox support. You can do so with this link.

If you downloaded Starfield through Game Pass and then purchased the Premium Edition Upgrade, then it is important to note that you must remain subscribed to the Game Pass service if you want to keep playing Starfield. Of course, you can also purchase the standard edition of the game outright if you don’t want to stay subbed to the service.

If you only bought the standard edition or downloaded Starfield from Game Pass without getting the Premium Edition Upgrade, then you won’t be able to launch the game until September 6, 2023.

The exact launch time worldwide is 12:00 AM GMT on Sept. 6. In the U.S., this means that you can launch the game starting on 5:00 PM PST or 8:000 PM EST on September 5th.

How to fix Starfield crashing issues on Xbox Series X and S

If the Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S version of Starfield keeps crashing, then you can check out this troubleshooting article from Seeking Tech to see how you can make the game run more stable.

1. If you haven’t done so already, make sure you have the latest patch installed for Starfield as the newest update may come with stability fixes.

To manually update the game, move the cursor over to the Starfield icon from either the guide menu or home menu. Afterwards, press the menu button on the controller and then select “Manage game and add-ons.” Finally, select Updates in the Manage – Starfield menu.

2. You can also check to see if you have the latest firmware downloaded on your Series X or Series S.

To do so, head over to the Settings menu on the console and then select System > Updates.

3. The Quick Resume feature may also be causing the game to crash. Therefore, you can try manually quitting the game every time you stop playing.

To quit, press the Xbox button to open the guide menu. From there, move the cursor over to the Starfield icon and then press the Menu button. Finally, select the Quit option from the pop-up menu.

4. You can also try playing Starfield offline.

To do so, open the Settings menu of your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S. From there, select General > Network settings > Go offline.

5. If the game is still crashing or freezing, then your console could be overheating.

To prevent the temperatures from getting too hot, make sure that the ventilation holes of the consoles are free of dust and other obstructions. You should also leave at least 6 inches of free air space on all sides of the console.

If your room temperature is hot, then you can try using a fan, opening the window or using an air conditioner.

6. You can also try power cycling your Xbox by turning off the console and then unplugging its power cord from the power outlet. After waiting a minimum of 10 seconds, plug the Xbox back in and then turn it back on again.

7. The storage drive where you installed Starfield may also be too full.

In order to check, open the Settings menu of Xbox and then select System – Storage devices. In the Manage – Storage devices menu, you should see the Internal Storage and other storage options.

If the storage is more than 80% full, try to delete other games to get under that percentage.

8. One last option you can try is to delete Starfield and then install it again on your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S.

How to farm gold quickly in Sea of Stars

If you find yourself running out of money frequently in Sea of Stars, then you can check out this guide at Seeking Tech to see how you can farm gold quickly.

Selling Items

The easiest way to make money in this role-playing game is by selling your items at stores. When you select the Sell option, the first category you should see is for Valuables. These items are meant to be should as it should as they serve no other purpose.

If you are still running short on cash, then we suggest selling your cooked foods. The individual ingredients aren’t worth much when sold. When you create dishes from campfires, however, you will be able to get better value.

Since you can only hold 10 cooked items at a time, you should sell off any plates that aren’t useful during battle and then cook for more dishes to be sold.

Of course, you should also sell any unequipped weapons and armor.

Relics

Some relics can be very helpful if you constantly find yourself low on gold.

If you are spending too much cash when it comes to getting healing items, then we recommend that you enable the Amulet of Storytelling, which will be given to you near the beginning of the story. By doing so, you will be able to double the maximum HP of your characters. Furthermore, your characters will be healed to full health after every battle.

To make combat even easier, you can also enable the Guardian Aura relic, which reduces the damage taken by 30%. This relic can be bought when you first visit the Stonemasons Outpost.

With both of these relics, you won’t have to spend money on healing items as often, which frees up your wallet for other purchases.

Later on in the game, you will be able to purchase the Gold Tooth relic in Lucent. This relic will reduce the price of items in all shops when activated.

While you can also earn gold by fighting enemies and/or playing the Wheels mini-game, these activities are more time-consuming.

How to make blocking easier in Sea of Stars

Blocking incoming attacks is important in Sea of Stars as this action reduces the amount of damage taken. If you are having a difficult time defending against strikes in this role-playing game, then you can take a look at this troubleshooting article from Seeking Tech.

1. If you are playing Sea of Stars on a television set, then you should make sure that you are playing with Game Mode, Game Optimizer Mode or a similar picture setting enabled on your TV.

This specialized mode is designed to reduce latency when it comes to the controller input.

2. Another way to reduce input lag is to avoid using a wireless controller. A wired connection is much better when it comes to responsiveness.

3. You will unlock the chance to purchase a relic called Sixth Sense early on in your adventure. This item should unlock the first time you visit the Stonemasons Outpost.

By enabling this relic, your party members should be able to automatically block incoming attacks at a rate of around 35%. Of course, you should still be able to manually block on your own as well.

If you find that the characters are taking too much damage due to you not being able to correctly time your blocks, then the Sixth Sense should help you during combat, especially when fighting against stronger enemies and bosses.

You may also want to consider enabling the Amulet of Storytelling and/or Guardian Aura relics to make battles easier.

4. Aside from the aforementioned tips, the only other way to improve your blocking is to simply keep practicing.

How to push blocks in Sea of Stars

You may run into some instances where it seems like you are able to push a block, crystal or other objects in Sea of Stars. To find out how you can push in this role-playing game, you can check out this guide from Seeking Tech.

Unlocking the Mistral Bracelet

In order to push blocks, you first need to unlock the Mistral Bracelet. With this item, the leader of your party will be able to shoot a burst of wind in the direction they are facing. As a result, any moveable objects, such as blocks and crystals, will be pushed in that direction.

You can find this item in the Wind Tunnel Mines dungeon that you need to visit for story purposes. You can access this area at the top of the Stonemasons Outpost by jumping down the giant hole.

Once you get into the dungeon, make your way through it. Along the way you should see pushable blocks and crystals. Avoid these objects for now.

How to use the Mistral Bracelet

The Mistral Bracelet is located in an area with a gigantic chest. Once you unlocked this item, you should be able push the blocks and crystals you saw previously.

The default controls for the bracelet are Square on a PlayStation Controller, X on an Xbox controller and Y on a Nintendo Switch controller.

Before pushing, make sure the leader in your party is facing the direction where you want the object to be pushed.

How to fix Sea of Stars brightness issues

You can find some areas in Sea of Stars to be too dark or too bright. To see how you can fix the brightness issues in this retro role-playing game, you can check out this tutorial from Seeking Tech.

1. If you are playing Sea of Stars with HDR enabled, then you can try re-calibrating the HDR output on your console.

For the PS4, you need to go to Settings > Sound and Screen > Video Output Settings > Adjust HDR.

On PS5, head over to Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output > Adjust HDR.

If you are playing on an Xbox One or Xbox Series console, then you need to may your way to General > General > TV & display options > Calibrate HDR for games.

While there is no HDR support on the Nintendo Switch, you can try adjusting the brightness output on your handheld screen by pressing and holding the home button to bring up the quick menu. From there, you should be able to find and adjust the brightness output meter.

2. You can also try playing the game in SDR. To do so, you need to turn off HDR support on your console as well as any SDR-to-HDR conversion on the settings menu of your TV or monitor.

On the PS4, you need to go to Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output Settings > HDR > Off.

For the PS5, select Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output > HDR > Off.

On the Xbox One and Xbox Series consoles, navigate over to Settings > General > TV & display options > Video modes. From there, make sure that the Allow HDR10 box is deselected.

3. There is also an in-game brightness slider in Sea of Stars that you can use. You can find it in the Video tab of the Options menu.

You may need to return to this menu often when transitioning from a dark environment to a bright environment or vice versa.

How to switch the left and right analog controls in Sea of Stars

If you are left-handed, then there is an option in Sea of Stars for those who prefer to switch the functions of the left and right analog sticks. To find out how you can properly do so, you can check out this tutorial from Seeking Tech.

1. For the first step, open the Options menu in Sea of Stars from either the main menu or pause menu.

2. In Options, head over to the Controls tab.

You should be able to change tabs by pressing the L1 and R1 buttons on a PlayStation controller, LB and RB buttons on an Xbox controller or L and R buttons on a Nintendo Switch controller.

3. From the Controls tab, move the cursor to the Swap L/R option.

4. By default, this setting is turned off. To enable it, use the left and right directional buttons or tilt the left analog stick to the left or right directions, to set Swap L/R to On.

By doing so, you will now need to use the right analog to move your character and navigate the menus.

5. If you would also like to change the other buttons, then you can use the same Controls tab in the Options menu.

Alternatively, you can head over to your console’s custom button assignment menu. This is the only way where you can change the face buttons to the directional pad buttons if you are interested in switching them.