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Starfield's ship builder and New Game Plus mechanics have received widespread praise from fans, offering a fresh experience and new content.
Players express disappointment over the inability to transfer ship blueprints and outpost layouts in subsequent playthroughs, which limits customization options.
The concept of implementing a feature that enables players to save ship blueprints and outpost layouts in New Game Plus holds merit, as it would elevate the overall gameplay experience and alleviate tedious tasks.
Starfield has a creatively designed New Game Plus mode that has caught the attention of players. However, one player has come up with an ingenious idea to further enhance the concept. While Starfield is often compared to Skyrim, it is worth noting that it has more in common with Skyrim than the two Fallout games that were released in between. The habitats in Starfield can be seen as an advancement of the rooms in Hearthfire, and the Starborn Powers are clearly influenced by the Dragon Shouts in Skyrim.
Nevertheless, what sets Starfield apart and adds to the Bethesda formula is its ship builder and New Game Plus mechanics, which have been universally praised by both new and longtime fans. In Starfield, New Game Plus not only plays a significant role in the main story but also allows players to experience all of the game's content in a fresh way. This includes new dialogue options and opportunities to upgrade their Powers. However, there is one major complaint among players regarding New Game Plus - it does not transfer certain important items that contribute to personalizing their Starfield playthrough.
One major aspect includes outpost layouts and customized player ships. The ship builder in Starfield has gained immense popularity on social media, leading to disappointment when players realize they have to recreate their extensively designed starships every time they enter Unity. A fan named Khajiit_hairball proposed that Starfield should have the capability to store ship blueprints, allowing players to rebuild their dream spacecraft even in future adventures across the Settled Systems during New Game Plus. This idea holds considerable merit as players not being able to transfer their favorite ships often leads them to rush towards Unity, instead of exploring different outcomes and realities in Starfield, such as aligning with the Crimson Fleet instead of SysDef. A temporary solution to save blueprints, until an inevitable Starfield mod adds this feature, is for players to capture screenshots of the ship builder screen, showcasing the breakdown of different parts that compose a vessel.
Another suggestion brought up in the discussion revolved around outposts in Starfield. Many fans are eager for the ability to save building layouts in order to streamline the process of decorating interiors. Currently, the task can be quite cumbersome, requiring players to manually place and position various items or arrange furniture without the aid of a building grid or automatic snapping. The option to load blueprints and layouts in New Game Plus would greatly reduce the time spent on tedious tasks, enhancing the overall experience for Starfield players. Starfield is currently accessible on PC and Xbox Series X/S.