[Resource] Starfield: New Game Plus Explained

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Introduction

Starfield, Bethesda's expansive space exploration RPG, offers a unique twist on the New Game Plus (NG+) concept. This guide delves into what sets Starfield's NG+ apart from typical RPGs, providing players with a detailed understanding of what to expect when they choose to restart their cosmic journey.

What Is New Game Plus In Starfield?

• Post-Main Story Option: After completing the main story, players are presented with the option to restart the campaign or continue exploring.
• Interaction with Sarah Morgan: This choice is offered at the Constellation Lodge when speaking with Sarah Morgan.

Features of New Game Plus

Starfield’s NG+ mode comes with specific carryovers and exclusions:

Carries Over In New Game Plus

• Powers
• Skills and Skill Challenge Progression
• Achievements
• Main Campaign Progress (with conditions)

Does Not Carry Over In New Game Plus

• Equipment, items, and weapons
• Credits and spaceships
• Side mission, faction mission, or activity progress
• Outposts and player homes

Main Campaign Progress Nuance: Players can choose to reset story missions or continue with them completed. The reset option allows re-exploring the story, while the latter offers open-world exploration with no story obligations.

Uniqueness of Starfield’s NG+

• Story Integration: NG+ is integrated into the game's lore, offering an alternative universe exploration post-Artifact discovery.
• Flexible Story Mode: Players can opt for a fresh story start or continue in an open-world setting without the need to replay the main story.

Starting New Game Plus in Starfield

• Initial Setup: Players begin NG+ with the Frontier spaceship provided by Barrett on Vectera after completing the prologue.
• Unique Rewards:
  • Starborn Guardian Spaceship: A great ship, though not customizable.
  • Starborn Spacesuit Astra: Features a built-in jetpack.

Conclusion

Starfield's NG+ offers a nuanced approach to post-game exploration. Whether players choose to reset their story progress or continue with a universe already shaped by their actions, NG+ provides an opportunity to explore the game's world with retained skills and achievements. The unique rewards, especially the Starborn Guardian Spaceship and Spacesuit Astra, add an extra layer of excitement for players embarking on this renewed journey.

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