Unlock the Stellar Secrets: Ultimate Guide to Starfield Companions & Acquisition Methods
Embark on an epic journey in Starfield and discover a diverse roster of 20 extraordinary companions, each with their own distinct personality and invaluable skills to assist you on your quest Uncover the secrets of recruitment and forge unbreakable bonds with these remarkable allies
Each companion in Starfield offers a unique personality and a set of skills that contribute to the game. In total, there are 20 companions available. Additionally, players have the option to recruit various unnamed NPCs from clubs and bars in settled systems to assist them in managing their ships and outposts. While some companions require payment to join the player's crew, others willingly join without any conditions.
Out of the 20 available companions in Starfield, players have the opportunity to pursue romantic relationships with only four individuals: Sarah, Sam, Barret, and Andreja. It is advisable to initiate a relationship with these characters sooner rather than later, as delaying can potentially hinder the development of love. Moreover, there are two companions that can be missed entirely. One of them is connected to a specific Trait, while the other is contingent upon a decision made during one of Starfield's main story missions.
How to Recruit Every Companion in Starfield
Companion Name | How to Recruit |
|---|---|
Vasco | Vasco becomes available as a companion after completing the One Small Step main story mission. |
Sarah Morgan | Sarah Morgan becomes available as a companion at the beginning of the The Old Neighborhood main story mission. |
Sam Coe | Sam Coe becomes available as a companion at the beginning of the The Empty Nest main story mission. |
Barrett | Barrett becomes available as a companion during the Back to Vectera main story mission. |
Andreja | Andreja becomes available as a companion during the Into the Unknown main story mission. |
Rafael Aguerro | Rafael Aguerro becomes available as a companion after completing the Entangled main story mission, though only if players choose to save Rafael's version of reality. |
Heller | Players will be able to recruit Heller by returning to Vectera after triggering the The Empty Nest main story mission. |
Lin | Players will be able to recruit Lin by returning to Vectera after triggering the The Empty Nest main story mission. |
Jessamine Griffin | Players will be able to hire Jessamine Griffin by visiting the Last Nova on The Key, which can be found in the Kyx star system. This is Crimson Fleet territory, so it's best to head there after making in-roads with the faction via the Deep Cover side quest. |
Andromeda Kepler | Players will be able to hire Andromeda Kepler by visiting The Broken Spear in Cydonia, which can be found in the Sol star system. |
Moara Otero | Players will be able to hire Moara Otero by visiting The Broken Spear in Cydonia, which can be found in the Sol star system. |
Gideon Aker | Players will be able to hire Gideon Aker by visiting The Viewport in New Atlantis, which is part of the Alpha Centauri star system. |
Marika Boros | Players will be able to hire Marika Boros by visiting The Viewport in New Atlantis, which is part of the Alpha Centauri star system. |
Simeon Bankowski | Players will be able to hire Simeon Bankowski by visiting The Viewport in New Atlantis, which is part of the Alpha Centauri star system. |
Omari Hassan | Players will be able to hire Omari Hassan by visiting The Hitching Post in Akila City, which is part of the Cheyenne star system. |
Rosie Tannehill | Players will be able to hire Rosie Tannehill by visiting The Hitching Post in Akila City, which is part of the Cheyenne star system. |
Dani Garcia | Players will be able to hire Dani Garcia by visiting Euphorika in Neon, which is part of the Volii star system. |
Mickey Caviar | Players will be able to hire Mickey Caviar by visiting The Astral Lounge in Neon, which is part of the Volii star system. |
Sophia Grace | Players will be able to hire Sophia Grace by visiting Madame Sauvage’s Place in Neon, which is part of the Volii star system. |
Adoring Fan | The Adoring Fan will introduce themselves to players shortly after they arrive in New Atlantis for the first time and ask to join their crew, though only if they choose the Hero Worshipped Trait at the beginning of the game. |
Warning: The following note contains minor story spoilers for Starfield.
In a single playthrough of Starfield, it is feasible to recruit all 20 companions. However, at a certain point, players will permanently lose one of their companions. The identity of the lost companion will be determined by a choice made during the main story mission called "High Price to Pay." For further details, players can click on the provided link. It is important to exercise caution as clicking the link may reveal significant story spoilers. Starfield is currently accessible for PC and Xbox Series X|S platforms.
