Starfield respec and level cap
When it comes to respeccing in Starfield, you might be searching in vain for an in-game option, which doesn't actually exist. Instead, the game offers a vast array of skills to unlock, with each one being upgradable three times, creating a tiered system where players can acquire an extensive range of abilities. While you might hope for the ability to undo a build and respec, or reset your skills, Starfield compensates for the absence of this feature with an alternative twist. Below, we'll provide you with the necessary information on how to respec in Starfield, along with details on the game's level cap.Sure, it would certainly be convenient to respec your character after investing numerous skill points into them, but unfortunately, that's not an option here. However, fans familiar with Bethesda Game Studios will recognize this skill system, reminiscent of The Elder Scrolls and Fallout, where you can continue accumulating any and all skills you desire. In Starfield, there is no limit to your progression, meaning you have the potential to acquire every single skill in the game. Talk about a consoling (or should we say, constellation?) reward!
While it is possible to acquire all skills, it is recommended to make strategic choices rather than unlocking skills randomly from the skills menu. Certain skills are superior to others, and it is advisable to prioritize obtaining them early in the game. For assistance in selecting the best skills and backgrounds in Starfield, refer to our guides. These guides provide information on the top skills and three skill unlocks that come with specific backgrounds. However, please note that these skill bundles limit your options to choose freely.
Additionally, it is important to consider that the experience (XP) required to level up increases with each level. This means that more effort is needed to progress in the skill tree as you go deeper. Therefore, it is crucial to focus on your desired build early on before pursuing other skills in your adventure.
To progress in a skill and unlock new tiers, you must perform skill-related actions. For example, unlocking the next tier of the Security skill requires picking locks with digipicks. It is important to note that these actions do not count retroactively. So, if you need to pick 15 locks to access the next tier but you pick 30, the extra 15 times won't count towards the next tier's requirements once you level up the skill. Therefore, it is advisable to acquire a skill as soon as possible if you know you want it, as subsequent tiers won't benefit from any prior progress.
For further guidance, make sure not to miss out on the game's best traits. Learn from my mistake and play this mission early in Starfield to unlock some of the game's top features as soon as possible. If you need more assistance, check out our Starfield guides hub for a universe full of helpful information.
