A dedicated Starfield fan has released a mod that significantly improves the Tracker Alliance faction in Akila City. The Tracker Alliance, a group of bounty hunters in Starfield, had initially received mixed reactions from players. However, this new mod aims to address those concerns by filling gaps and enriching the faction's narrative and gameplay experience.
Understanding Starfield's Factions
In Starfield, players have the opportunity to join various factions, each offering unique storylines and gameplay experiences. Notable factions include:
- United Colonies: Known for their militaristic structure.
- Freestar Collective: Offers a more libertarian experience.
- Crimson Fleet: Focuses on the life of space pirates.
The primary faction, Constellation, is central to the game's main storyline. Players can also recruit companions from these factions, such as Marika Boros from the Freestar Collective, Mathis Castillo from the Crimson Fleet, and Gideon Aker from the United Colonies.
Introducing the Tracker Alliance Mod
Modder Nell Drakebane has recently uploaded the Faction Story Expansion mod, which specifically enhances the Tracker Alliance. This mod is designed to make the Tracker Alliance more appealing, especially for lower-level players. Targeting characters around level 10, the mod introduces a series of quests that start on Tau-ceti VIII-b, where players find an item called "slate of Bounty 01" in a box. This item triggers the first mission, leading players on a series of bounty hunts. Each completed bounty rewards players with credits and items, with new missions becoming available subsequently.
New Features and Facilities
The mod also adds several new facilities to the Tracker Alliance, including: