Starfield guide: everything you need to succeed in space

Starfield is Bethesda's first new original setting since the very first Elder Scrolls game. To get yourself oriented in their new universe, catch up on the lore you need to know about the people and places we're visiting.

How big is Starfield?: It's space, so it's pretty big.

As you may from the Fallout games, character creation fatures a lot of individual details to worry about. Check these guides to all the individual parts you'll want to choose as you begin playing.

Best starting skills: If that big list is giving you choice paralysis, start here with the first five skills we think you should unlock ASAP.

After you've made your character and gotten your boots on the ground, here's what you'll be doing next. Bethesda has done a new take on some old systems like lockpicking, persuasion, and skill upgrades.

Starfield randomization: Space is huge and not always bespoke. Here's which parts of Starfield are set in stone for all players and which are randomized per playthrough.

Space is a big place. Don't get lost out there looking for your next destination. Here are out guides to finding certain towns, outposts, and other points of interest.

Stroud-Eklund Staryard location: Stock up on luxury ship parts.

If there's a graphics feature or fix that you're looking for in Starfield, chances are that modders are already on the case. Right after launch players began fixing and adding common requests for Starfield.

How to use DLSS in Starfield: Another common complaint is that Starfield uses AMD's FSR supersampling tech. There's a mod to replace it with Nvidia's DLSS if you prefer.

You won't want to go it alone in space, so make sure you know who you can recruit. Starfield has a main set of companions, mercs for hire, and don't forget there are romance questlines, too.

Starfield romance options: Here's who you can pursue for a more personal relationship on your crew.

Space is dangerous, so don't go unprepared. Starfield's terrestrial combat is pretty familiar to those who've played Fallout, though we'll go over some specifics to be aware of, but there's ship combat to be prepared for as well.

How to repair your ship: After getting into outer space scuffles you will need to repair your ship if you want to survive the next fight.

As you begin gathering resources on all the planets you visit, you'll start using Starfield's crafting and customizing systems to turn your ship, outposts, and gear into your perfect accessories. Here's everything you should know about crafting systems.

High-Tensile Spidroin: Here's where to find this rare crafting resource by collecting it yourself.

Once you get well on your way in Starfield, you'll start making important decisions and solving puzzles along the way. Get help here for any confusing quests or decisions that have you biting your nails. 

Side with the Hunter or Emissary: Spoilers for Starfield's ending here, and how to make your biggest choice.

There are all sorts of ships to add to your arsenal in Starfield, so let us point you to some of the best rides you can fly.

Starfield Narwhal ship: Where to buy this great cargo and combat ship.

Just like in Fallout and Skyrim, Starfield has plenty of smaller items for you to find. Here we'll direct you to all the collectibles you need, big and small.

Apollo landing site: If you fancy visiting a bit of history.