GRiNDTerra Economy Overhaul

⭐ — (67 endorsements) 📥 34,350 downloads 📌 v5 📅 9/13/2024
🟡 Updated this year

By ItsmePaulieB · Gameplay

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 4/8/2026 📅 Created: 9/13/2024
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ SFSE — Starfield Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 Community Patch — Starfield Community Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 0.2% endorsement rate
  • 🏆 #219 of 531 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

NG+ Variant Universe chance improved to 75% (Vanilla is 15%)

Economy Changes

Credits are no longer tied to levels. It is now a pool of a lot more variety in different amounts. BUT the MAX of the pool is LESS than vanilla.

Sell Prices reduced to . 1 from . 125

Removed resources from most sources of loot. Replaced with a chance to get either a Primer or a random object!

Less ammo, med kits, and digi picks from all sources (except vendors)

Vendors will generally have less resources in stock.

NPC AI Remembers Crime for up to 5 days.

Vendors refresh stock every 5 days.

Quest Credit Rewards Rebalanced

Faction, Misc, Radiant, and Settlement Quests all pay the same based on size of the quest. (Companion quests count as large)

Large                    6000

Medium                   4000

Small                     2500

Smallest                  1000

Minor Extortion    2000

Added Recipes to craft all Primers.

Increased amount of ammo created. Now based on Primers.

Small primers create 15 counts of ammo. Large primers 30. Laser and Magnetic 20.

Changed Rivet and Shotshell Recipes from Large to Small primers.

Added Crafting Recipes for a few Contraband Items. Requires Level 3 Manufacturing Research.

Adds a small addiction chance to Alcohol. Same effect as stimulant addiction.

Increased the cost of all Research Projects as well as removing the Free Research Boost.

Increase determined by Commonality of required resources.

Commonality                                      Cost increased by

Legendary/Unique/Items   x2

Exotic        x2

Rare         x3

Uncommon       x5

Common       x10

Manufactured Items 

Tier 1        x5

Tier 2              x3

Tier 3        x2

Backgrounds and Perks

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

GRiNDTerra Economy Overhaul reworks credit, loot, research, and ammo crafting systems to make progression grindier. It's for players who want a tougher, more resource-intensive experience. With 67 endorsements and recent updates, it's a niche but active gameplay mod.

✨ Key Features

Overhauls credit, loot, research, and ammo crafting systems.
Includes additional tweaks to increase overall grind.
Aimed at players seeking a more challenging economy.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Active development (updated April 2026).
  • Decent download count (34k) shows interest.
  • Targets multiple systems for a cohesive overhaul.

⚠️ Cons

  • Low endorsement ratio (67) relative to downloads—might be polarizing.
  • Grind-heavy design isn't for everyone; expect slower progression.
🎯 Is This For You?
For survival/crafting players who feel the base economy is too forgiving and want a longer, more grueling progression. Skip if you prefer fast-paced or casual play.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check the mod's forum or comments for player feedback on balance.
  • Start a new save to experience the full economy overhaul without conflicts.
  • Pair with other difficulty mods for a hardcore playthrough.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Starfield Mods
Author
ItsmePaulieB
Version
5
Downloads
34,350
Endorsements
67
Category
Gameplay
Created
9/13/2024
Updated
4/8/2026

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