Starfield's first major piece of DLC, Shattered Space, promises players a more handcrafted experience set on the homeworld of House Va'ruun, Va’ruun’kai. It's a huge DLC with its own storyline to complete, characters to meet, and quests to embark on, giving players the Bethesda experience they've been dreaming of. For fans of Starfield, it's more content in the ever-growing universe, and for those who weren't onboard at launch, it's a more focused experience that could draw in new fans.

Of course, many, newcomers or hardcore veterans, are likely wondering what the best level for jumping into Shattered Space will be, especially as not every DLC is beginner-friendly. Fortunately, Bethesda recently unveiled details about Shattered Space, including the required starting level for approaching it, giving fans an idea of how much they need to grind before jumping in. It's fair to say that players will definitely need to knuckle down and complete much of the base Starfield experience before trying Shattered Space.

Level 35 Is When You Should Start Shattered Space

It's All In An Effort To Survive The Dangers Of Va'ruun'kai

If players want to have a moderately easy experience when jumping into Starfield's DLC, Shattered Space, they'll need to grind a little bit. Bethesda recommends that players reach level 35 before starting the Shattered Space DLC, which will take a fairly long amount of time for newcomers. However, while the level requirement is quite high, the actual method to start Shattered Space is relatively simple, which is ideal for those who are already level 35.

It's worth noting that players who are well over level 35 will still have a balanced experience in the Shattered Space DLC. This recommended level is because the enemies will be far too challenging for anyone below it.

Of course, players can jump into Shattered Space before level 35, although they'll have an incredibly hard time surviving the harsh wastes of House Va'ruun's homeworld, Va'ruun'kai. Bethesda has mentioned that it's a dangerous planet, one that under-leveled players may struggle to deal with, especially if they're unfamiliar with Starfield's combat. As the entire DLC takes place in this one handcrafted location, fans can't back out and complete easier missions in the DLC to gain experience, so it's best to go in prepared.

There Is Plenty To Do Before Starting Shattered Space

Starfield Is Full Of Ways To Earn Experience

Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to earn experience in the base game, from completing the various faction quests to blasting through the main story. For those who are maybe less interested in the base game, it's still important to play through some of it, as it gives important context necessary for the DLC. For example, fans should really brush up on their House Va'ruun timeline knowledge in Starfield before playing Shattered Space, otherwise, the whole story may be a little confusing.

Additionally, players should search for the best weapons in Starfield, as well as the best armor, to give them a fighting chance upon reaching Va'ruun'kai. This way, they'll not only be high-leveled enough but will also have the right equipment necessary for taking out the new enemies. Unfortunately, those who want to rush Starfield's DLC should really first reach that recommended level, but for those who are already at that level or higher, Shattered Space is ready and waiting.