Best Builds Tier List


Starfield - Best Builds
This is a guide on the best Builds to make in Starfield. Learn about the best background builds tier list, the best character builds, and how to use each build.

Best Background Builds Tier List

Background Builds Tier List Ranking

S Rank Soldier
Bounty Hunter
Gangster
A Rank Cyber Runner
Bouncer
Beast Hunter
Ronin
Space Scoundrel
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B Rank Combat Medic
Diplomat
Cyberneticist
Long Hauler
Xenobiologist
C Rank Chef
Explorer
Homesteader
Industrialist
Pilgrim
Professor
Sculptor

Best Backgrounds Tier List

Soldier Build

Traits Alien DNA
Extrovert
Hero Worshipped
Physical Skills Fitness
Weight Lifting
Pain Tolerance
Armor Penetration
Wellness
Social Skills Intimidation
Combat Skills Ballistics
Demolitions
Lasers
Pistol Certification
Rifle Certification
Rapid Reloading
Science Skills Medicine
Weapon Engineering
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training

The Soldier background offers versatility, enabling the build to excel in Combat and Physical Skills for taking on enemies and to navigate the vast galaxy with their expertise in Science.

Best Soldier Build

Bounty Hunter Build

Traits Alien DNA
Neon Street Rat
Serpent's Embrace
Physical Skills Wellness
Combat Skills Lasers
Rifle Certification
Science Skills Medicine
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training
Ballistic Weapon Systems
Piloting
Targeting Control Systems
Missile Weapon Systems

The Bounty Hunter background excels in ship weaponry and combat, thanks to the Tech skill tree. This enables the Bounty Hunter build to focus on space exploration without fear.

Best Bounty Hunter Build

Gangster Build

Traits Neon Street Rat
Extrovert
Wanted
Physical Skills Fitness
Boxing
Stealth
Weight Lifting
Wellness
Social Skills Theft
Commerce
Combat Skills Ballistics
Pistol Certification
Shotgun Certification
Tech Skills Security

The Gangster build focuses on enhancing its Physical and Combat Skills to eliminate all the threat it encounters by utilizing its proficiency with firearms and melee weapons.

Best Gangster Build

Cyber Runner Build

Traits Dream Home
Introvert
Neon Street Rat
Physical Skills Weight Lifting
Stealth
Social Skills Persuasion
Theft
Commerce
Combat Skills Marksmanship
Sniper Certification
Sharpshooting

The Cyber Runner build is a great way to get resources quickly by picking locks and stealing items. It's also stealth-focused, so you can silently dispatch enemies.

Best Cyber Runner Build

Bouncer Build

Traits Alien DNA
Extrovert
Terra Firma
Physical Skills Fitness
Boxing
Wellness
Martial Arts
Neurostrikes
Social Skills Intimidation
Commerce
Combat Skills Dueling
Tech Skills Security

The Bouncer is one of the toughest combat-focused backgrounds available. They specialize in Physical and Social Skills that can help them get through any situation.

Best Bouncer Build

Beast Hunter Build

Traits Freestar Collective Settler
Extrovert
Terra Firma
Physical Skills Fitness
Wellness
Social Skills Scavenging
Gastronomy
Combat Skills Ballistics
Pistol Certification
Rifle Certification
Science Skills Medicine
Zoology
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training

The Beast Hunter background primarily relies on its Combat and Science Skills to eliminate alien creatures and similar threats. They are survival experts with extensive knowledge in Zoology for resource gathering.

Best Beast Hunter Build

Ronin Build

Traits Alien DNA
Introvert
Neon Street Rat
Physical Skills Concealment
Fitness
Gymnastics
Martial Arts
Stealth
Wellness
Rejuvenation
Social Skills Intimidation
Isolation
Scavenging
Combat Skills Dueling
Science Skills Surveying
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training

The Ronin background prioritizes stealth and swift eliminations to avoid direct confrontations. This build is often played independently without relying on other members of your group to complete the objective.

Best Ronin Build

Space Scoundrel Build

Traits Serpent's Embrace
Wanted
Spaced
Physical Skills Stealth
Concealment
Social Skills Persuasion
Theft
Deception
Instigation
Manipulation
Negotiation
Combat Skills Pistol Certification
Rifle Certification
Lasers
Tech Skills Security
Piloting
Targeting Control Systems
Robotics
Boost Assault Training
Boost Pack Training

Space Scoundrels are experts in all weapon types and they possess Social Skills to talk their way out of difficult situations. They are also skilled in ship navigation and space combat.

Best Space Scoundrel Build

Combat Medic Build

Traits Alien DNA
Raised Enlightened
Spaced
Physical Skills Wellness
Stealth
Social Skills Diplomacy
Persuasion
Combat Skills Ballistics
Pistol Certification
Science Skills Chemistry
Medicine
Decontamination

The Combat Medic build focuses on survivability through more health and better healing. They can take several hits while allowing for self-defense with Pistols.

Best Combat Medic Build

Diplomat Build

Traits Empath
Dream Home
Extrovert
Physical Skills Wellness
Social Skills Commerce
Diplomacy
Intimidation
Instigation
Leadership
Persuasion
Manipulation
Negotiation
Combat Skills Dueling

The Diplomat build goes for a more cordial and pacifist approach to solving problems. Words are your weapons, so this build revolves around several Social Skills and persuading NPCs to avoid bloody resolutions.

Best Diplomat Build

Cyberneticist Build

Traits Empath
Raised Enlightened
Spaced
Physical Skills Wellness
Combat Skills Lasers
Rifle Certification
Armor Penetration
Science Skills Chemistry
Medicine
Tech Skills Security
Boost Pack Training
Robotics

The Cyberneticist build makes use of the best of both man and machine to accomplish something greater. They can afford to be more aggressive with laser weapons thanks to better healing and can pick harder locks earlier.

Best Cyberneticist Build

Long Hauler Build

Traits Serpent's Embrace
Freestar Collective Settler
Spaced
Social Skills Commerce
Deception
Combat Skills Pistol Certification
Science Skills Astrodynamics
Tech Skills Ballistic Weapon Systems
Boost Pack Training
Engine Systems
Payloads
Piloting
Shield Systems
Starship Design
Starship Engineering
Targeting Control Systems

The Long Hauler is a Technical genius with great knowledge in Ship Navigation and Combat. They are also proficient in Social Skills which can help them get out of tricky situations.

Best Long Hauler Build

Xenobiologist Build

Traits Alien DNA
Introvert
Terra Firma
Physical Skills Fitness
Decontamination
Social Skills Xenosociology
Combat Skills Pistol Certification
Rifle Certification
Lasers
Science Skills Astrophysics
Botany
Surveying
Zoology

The primary focus of the Xenobiologist background is the study of alien life within the Settled Systems. They use their expertise and knowledge in Botany and Xenosociology to perform surveys on new planets.

Best Xenobiologist Build

Chef Build

Traits Empath
Kid Stuff
Extrovert
Physical Skills Wellness
Martial Arts
Nutrition
Social Skills Commerce
Scavenging
Gastronomy
Leadership
Persuasion
Combat Skills Dueling
Science Skills Chemistry
Research Methods

The Chef build takes advantage of their natural skills for Scavenging and crafting food with Gastronomy to progress through the game. In combat, they can use melee weapons effectively to eliminate threats.

Best Chef Build

Explorer Build

Traits Alien DNA
Raised Universal
Spaced
Social Skills Scavenging
Combat Skills Lasers
Pistol Certification
Rifle Certification
Science Skills Astrodynamics
Astrophysics
Scanning
Surveying
Tech Skills Starship Design
Boost Pack Training

Explorers want to uncover the mysteries of the different star systems, so Science Skills and ship-related skills are recommended. They're also skilled with Lasers to easily remove threats while in zero-G.

Best Explorer Build

Homesteader Build

Traits Raised Universal
Terra Firma
United Colonies Native
Physical Skills Martial Arts
Weight Lifting
Social Skills Gastronomy
Scavenging
Outpost Management
Combat Skills Dueling
Science Skills Astrodynamics
Astrophysics
Surveying
Geology
Outpost Engineering
Planetary Habitation

As a Homesteader, your knowledge and experience in settling on different planets have made you self-sufficient. Your expertise in Tech and Science Skills fully prepares you for any challenges that may come your way.

Best Homesteader Build

Industrialist Build

Traits Empath
Extrovert
Taskmaster
Social Skills Persuasion
Gastronomy
Commerce
Outpost Management
Science Skills Astrodynamics
Astrophysics
Surveying
Research Methods
Special Projects
Outpost Engineering
Tech Skills Security
Payloads

The Industrialist background is one of the most versatile profession. They mainly use their Social and Science Skills to gather resources from distant planets.

Best Industrialist Build

Pilgrim Build

Traits Extrovert
Raised Universal
Physical Skills Fitness
Gymnastics
Nutrition
Weight Lifting
Wellness
Environmental Conditioning
Social Skills Gastronomy
Scavenging
Science Skills Astrodynamics
Astrophysics
Surveying
Spacesuit Design
Scanning
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training
Piloting

Pilgrim is a well-rounded background that is equipped with a diverse skill set suitable for interstellar journeys. Its Physical Skill prowess in Fitness, Weight Lifting, and Wellness ensures endurance during your travels, while adapting to various planetary conditions using Tech Skills.

Best Pilgrim Build

Professor Build

Traits Alien DNA
Empath
Terra Firma
Social Skills Diplomacy
Gastronomy
Persuasion
Scavenging
Science Skills Astrodynamics
Astrophysics
Botany
Chemistry
Special Projects
Surveying
Research Methods
Geology

The Professor background has the least Combat experience, relying on their extensive knowledge in Science and Social Skills to make up for their lack of combat prowess. They mainly utilize Persuasion and Diplomacy skills to resolve conflicts.

Best Professor Build

Sculptor Build

Traits Empath
Extrovert
Raised Universal
Physical Skills Martial Arts
Social Skills Commerce
Persuasion
Combat Skills Dueling
Science Skills Botany
Geology
Medicine
Surveying
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training

With a background as a Sculptor, your chisel and knife skills now serve you in combat. Additionally, your proficiency in the Science Skills helps in resource gathering and exploration. This combination makes you a versatile, capable of excelling in various fields.

Best Sculptor Build

Best Character Builds

Stealth Sniper Build

Traits Introvert
Wanted
Terra Firma
Physical Skills Fitness
Stealth
Wellness
Gymnastics
Nutrition
Concealment
Rejuvenation
Social Skills Commerce
Scavenging
Theft
Negotiation
Isolation
Combat Skills Ballistics
Dueling
Rifle Certification
Marksmanship
Rapid Reloading
Sniper Certification
Armor Penetration
Crippling
Sharpshooting
Science Skills Medicine
Research Methods
Weapon Engineering
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training
Piloting
Security
Engine Systems
Shield Systems

Stealth and delivering extremely high damage with Rifle weapons are the primary playstyles of this build. This setup specializes in dealing maximum damage on strategically calculated shots while sneaking through enemy lines.

Best Stealth Sniper Build

Space Pirate Build

Traits Extrovert
Wanted
Spaced
Physical Skills Fitness
Stealth
Wellness
Gymnastics
Nutrition
Martial Arts
Social Skills Commerce
Persuasion
Scavenging
Theft
Deception
Negotiation
Ship Command
Combat Skills Ballistics
Dueling
Shotgun Certification
Pistol Certification
Demolitions
Marksmanship
Rapid Reloading
Targeting
Sharpshooting
Science Skills Astrodynamics
Surveying
Spacesuit Design
Weapon Engineering
Aneutronic Fusion
Tech Skills Ballistic Weapon Systems
Boost Pack Training
Piloting
Security
Targeting Control Systems
Engine Systems
Starship Design
Starship Engineering
Boost Assault Training

If a pirate's life is what you long for, then this is the build you should be working towards. In this build, the synergy of your skills is geared towards trickery in and out of combat. Live freely without worrying about the law with this impactful build.

Best Space Pirate Build

Space Cowboy Build

Traits Alien DNA
Freestar Collective Settler
Hero Worshipped
Physical Skills Fitness
Wellness
Stealth
Gymnastics
Rejuvenation
Social Skills Commerce
Scavenging
Theft
Intimidation
Combat Skills Ballistics
Pistol Certification
Shotgun Certification
Rifle Certification
Marksmanship
Rapid Reloading
Targeting
Crippling
Sharpshooting
Science Skills Surveying
Weapon Engineering
Tech Skills Ballistic Weapon Systems
Boost Pack Training
Piloting
Security
Targeting Control Systems
Engine Systems
Starship Engineering
Boost Assault Training

This build was made to capture the essence of being a cowboy who is well versed in both surface and space combat through the use of ballistic weapons. Embrace the spirit of the Wild West with this quick and precise cowboy build.

Best Space Cowboy Build

Unarmed Build

Traits Terra Firma
Wanted
Neon Street Rat
Physical Skills Boxing
Fitness
Stealth
Wellness
Energy Weapon Dissipation
Gymnastics
Pain Tolerance
Martial Arts
Neurostrikes
Rejuvenation
Social Skills Persuasion
Combat Skills Medicine
Spacesuit Design
Science Skills Surveying
Weapon Engineering
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training
Security
Targeting Control Systems

The unarmed build focuses on acquiring skills from the Physical tree in order to maximize damage and mobility in unarmed combat. This build also focuses on increasing survivability and sustainability to mitigate the risk of having to fight close range with enemies.

If you're someone looking to fight your way out with only your fists, then this is the build for you!

Best Unarmed Build

Pacifist Build

Traits Extrovert
Empath
Raised Enlightened
Physical Skills Fitness
Stealth
Wellness
Concealment
Social Skills Commerce
Persuasion
Diplomacy
Intimidation
Negotiation
Instigation
Leadership
Manipulation
Xenosociology
Tech Skills Boost Pack Training
Piloting
Security
Targeting Control Systems

Although it's impossible to achieve a completely pacifist playthrough in the game, this Pacifist build tries to achieve the most peaceful outcomes as possible. This concept is made possible by heavily investing in your social skills and utilizing your companions or enemies themselves to do the dirty deed for you!

Best Pacifist Build

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