Starfield players are strongly advising against acquiring the final level of the Gymnastics skill due to a critical oversight by the developers. It seems that fall damage was not taken into account, making it highly risky and not worth the trouble.
Starfield’s skill system offers exciting opportunities for players to level up specific abilities, such as Gymnastics. This advanced physical skill enhances athletic prowess and aids in traversing various terrains during exploration.
However, an unfortunate Starfield player discovered today that the ultimate level of the Gymnastics skill is not as beneficial as it initially appears. While reaching this level allows for impressive high jumps, it fails to consider the consequences of fall damage and afflictions.
It seems that the developers either overlooked this aspect when designing the Gymnastics skill or intentionally included fall damage to discourage reckless jumping from great heights. Either way, it feels like a personal attack.
If you still wish to maximize your Gymnastics skill, there is a partial solution to mitigate fall damage. Utilizing your booster can slow your descent, reducing the impact and minimizing potential injuries.
Some players who have already reached the maximum level of Gymnastics disregard the fall damage, as they are already dealing with broken limbs from improper booster usage. To them, a little more damage is inconsequential.
Ultimately, if you possess adept booster control in Starfield, you can safely max out your Gymnastics skill by utilizing it when descending to avoid any fall damage. However, if you struggle with booster management, it may be wise to reconsider investing in this particular skill unless you can endure the damage and afflictions. Alternatively, Bethesda could address and rectify this issue in a future update.
Source: DOTESPORTS
