What is Starfield armor? Starfield’s distinctive spacesuits aren’t just for show – they’re also your first line of protection against the universe. The inclusion of Starfield armor should be no surprise to the seasoned Bethesda fan, but its sci-fi setting is an undiscovered country that might leave you lost on what to prioritize. We’ve combed through all the latest previews to give you a full breakdown of armor stats and early indicators of which sets to watch out for at launch.

While your character may have a sliver of built-in protection thanks to their Starfield background, Starfield armor is your best bet to ensure your survival, no matter what brand of morally bankrupt spacer crosses your path. Thanks to our ample experience in previous Bethesda RPG games, we’re willing to bet that armor will be worn above a base layer of cosmetic items and split into multiple parts to protect your head, chest, and limbs in combat. Here’s what we know about Starfield armor ahead of the Starfield release date in September.

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