When players first set out to explore the world ofStarfield, they will surely notice game’s the truly overwhelming scale. Whether it’s exploring a settlement, a whole planet, or traveling across an entire galaxy,Starfieldfeels as if it is constantly redefining its limits. There is so much to see and do, players may wonder how they could possibly have time to see it all. Luckily, the developers decided to include a deep fast-travel system that allows players to rapidly cross vast distances, allowing them to quickly jump to any number of possible destinations.
Players should remember that exploration is a key part of they journey inStarfield,and that taking the time to fully engage in travel will often lead to some of the game’s most organic encounters. However, with a game this large, having the ability to remove the monotony of repeated trips will be very much appreciated.
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How to Fast-Travel in Starfield
Players will be introduced to the fast-travel system very early inStarfield’s main story. With so many different points of interest, the game features multiple methods to accomplish this task. There are essentially two distinct tools that players can use to quickly reach several of the game’s destinations.
The first method is found within the game’s scan and survey systems. This method works best for close-range fast travel, such as returning to the player’s ship while on the same planet. This method will only work when not indoors.
The second method of fast-travel is found in the various maps available to the player. There are several ways to use this method, as there are several different maps. While on a planet, players will have access to the ‘Surface Map,’ which allows players to fast-travel to any discovered location on that planet. The Starmap, found in the top left corner of the main menu, will allow players to fast-travel much greater distances.
Fast-Travel Using the Scanner
To fast-travel using the scanner, players cannot be inside a building or any other interior. To open the scanner, press the LB button (or equivalent). This will bring up the full scanner HUD, with several options appearing along the bottom of the screen.
In scanning mode, several icons will appear, usually representing nearby points of interest and the player’s ship. Using the ship as an example, the player will want to hover over the icon and press A. This will bring up a prompt that confirms the player wishes to fast-travel to the ship. Press A once again to confirm, and the game will do the rest. This will work will any nearby destination that the player has visited.
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Fast-Travel Using the Map System
The map system offers the most robustfast-traveling options inStarfield.The game’s key mapping system is called the ‘Starmap,’ which features multiple inspection levels, from fully zoomed in on planets, to a full map of all available star systems. This system is best used for long-distance fast-traveling.
When outside the ship, the player can access a planet-wide surface map through the scanner. When opened, the player should select “Surface Map' by pressing RB. This will show an aerial view of the planet surface, with both topographical and destination information. From this map, players can press Y to instantly return to their ship, or hover over the desired destination and press A. If the player has already visited that location, a prompt will pop up to confirm fast-travel.
When fast-traveling to a planet, the player should zoom into the planetary view, hover over the selected landing area, then select the ‘Land’ option by holding X.
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Rules for Fast-Traveling in Starfield
There are several instances when players will not be allowed to fast-travel. The first, is during certain story-related moments, but this is not common. The most common example will be when players are carrying too much weight. As previously mentioned, players cannot use the scanner fast-travel system while indoors. However, this rule only applies to buildings and other locations tjhat require a brief loading screen to enter. If the player can enter a building without a loading screen, they will usually be able to fast-travel with the scanner.
This is not to say that players cannot fast-travel at all from indoors. Some destinations will be available from the Starmap, even when deep into caves or similar locations. The best way to know for sure is to simply open the map and check.
Starfieldis available now for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox Gamepass, and PC.
