Starfield - 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Playing (2026 Free Lanes Update)
Starfield just hit PS5 and the Free Lanes update changed everything. Whether you're jumping in for the first time or coming back after a long break, these are the 10 things I wish I knew before playing Starfield in 2026.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:18 - Ignore The Main Quest (Seriously)
0:58 - Visit All 4 Major Cities
2:30 - Faction Quests Are The Best Content
3:19 - Don't Overthink Character Creation
4:30 - Prioritize The Tech Skill Tree
6:53 - Save for a New Ship
8:28 - Exploration Works Differently Here
9:46 - Companions & Crew
10:31 - Money, Inventory & Hidden Tricks
11:52 - Skip Crafting & Outposts (For Now)
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The Free Lanes update adds cruise mode, X-Tech gear upgrades, new points of interest, and a ton of quality-of-life changes. This video covers the best beginner tips and tricks to help you avoid the mistakes most players make in their first 100 hours.
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