Peeling Back the Layers of Starfield’s Philosophical Mysteries
Dive right in, spacefarers and metaphysical explorers! Starfield promises you a joyride into the abyss of space, but what it actually delivers is a head-spinning trip down the rabbit hole of some of the most enthralling philosophical and existential themes you’d ever encounter in a video game. Buckle up, because you’re about to blast off into an endless loop of theories, artifacts, and multiverses that make this game the perfect fodder for any late-night discussion about the meaning of life, the universe, and everything in between.
Artifacts: A Doorway to the Infinite
So, you started Starfield thinking you’d be exploring a few planets and battling some bad guys? Wrong. The game begins innocently enough but piques your curiosity as you stumble upon your first artifact during an excursion on Mars. But where did these artifacts originate?
“The first artifact that humanity ever discovered was found during an excursion on Mars and was later used to create a prototype Grav Drive that would ultimately lead to Earth’s destruction.”
We never get a straightforward answer. Is it the creation of a benevolent alien species or the work of an omnipotent deity? It’s on you to decide. What we do know is that these artifacts are a kind of cosmic breadcrumb trail leading to a place known as the Unity.
The Unity: More Than Just a Place
We’re not just talking a cool-looking space station or some celestial utopia. Nope, we’re delving into a concept that lets you walk between universes.
“The Unity is a place from which people are able to pass over into different universes.”
Stepping into the light at the Unity transmutes you into what’s known as a Starborn. And what’s a Starborn? Glad you asked!
Starborn: Cosmic Nomads on an Eternal Quest
Starborn are the cosmic drifters reborn into a new universe whenever they pass through the Unity. Their goal is pure, almost Sisyphean: find all the artifacts and do it all over again in the next universe.
“Starborn are people who have passed through the Unity and been reborn into other universes.”
The Mysterious Figures: Hunter & Emissary
The game drops some existential bombshells as you encounter characters like the Hunter and the Emissary.
“The Hunter is a version of Father Aquilus who passed through the Unity long ago.”
Just when you think you’re grasping onto something tangible, the game flips the script. The Hunter and Father Aquilus? They’re different dimensions of the same person. And the Emissary? That’s a version of your dead buddy from an alternate universe. Yikes!
“The Emissary is a version of the playable character’s friend who died during the High Price to Pay main story mission.”
What’s the End Game?
Ah, the billion-star question: what’s the end game in Starfield? Well, you might not like this, but it’s more of an existential loop than a conclusive ending.
“Those seeking meaning from Starfield’s ending will likely come away disappointed, as ultimately, the game doesn’t really have a definitive endpoint.”
That’s the real beauty and frustration of Starfield. It promises answers but leaves you circling the cosmic drain of eternal questions.
For those hungry for a video game that does more than just eat up hours of your life, Starfield offers a feast for thought. Available now for PC and Xbox Series X|S, it’s your ticket to a universe that’s just as keen on challenging your thumb skills as it is your philosophical viewpoints.
