Starfield Best Crew Members

In Starfield, as you journey through space, you’ll encounter plenty of characters. Some of these characters can be hired for your crew, and for others, you have to complete a quest to get them. Going lone wolf might seem appealing, but having the right companions as storage mules will come in handy.

Use our guide to find the best crew members in Starfield. We have our eye on a few!

Best Crew Members In Starfield

There’s a lot of characters to find in Starfield, each with skills and attributes that may help you on your space adventure. Though in my experience, it’s essential to understand that there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to choosing the best companion. Your choice will largely depend on what you want from them. Do you need a companion to help in combat? Or perhaps someone to manage your outposts? Yet, two stand out from the rest in my 40 hours of Starfield.

Best Crew Members Overall: Sam Coe & Sarah Morgan

When it comes to versatility, both Sam Coe and Sarah Morgan shine the brightest. Their combined skills in piloting, combat, botany, and geology make them invaluable companions for any explorer.

Sam Coe – Best Crew Member in Starfield

Sam Coe stands out as a jack-of-all-trades. He excels in Piloting, rifle combat, he can increase ship cargo, and even has a knack for Geology. Specifically, his skills include Piloting (rank 4), Rifle Certification (rank 3), Payloads (rank 2), and Geology (rank 1).

Sarah Morgan – Best Crew Member in Starfield

Sarah Morgan is another top-tier companion, especially if you want to grav jump often. With Astrodynamics (rank 4) Lasers (rank 3), Leadership (rank 2), and even dabbling in Botany (rank 2) she’s both an asset in space and on the ground.

Best Crew Member for Combat – Marika Boros

If ground combat is your primary concern, Marika Boros is the companion you should be eyeing. Her expertise in ballistics and shotgun certification ensures she’s always ready for a fight.

Marika Bros – Best Crew Member for Combat

Marika Boros is your combat specialist. With skills in Ballistics (rank 2), Shotgun Certification (rank 1), and Particle Beam Weapon Systems (rank 1), she’s a force to be reckoned with. If you wish to hire Marika, head to the Viewport in New Atlantis and be ready to part with 16,500 Credits. If you’re persuasive, you might get a discount.

Best Crew Member for Ship Assignment – Barrett

Barrett’s engineering skills make him the ideal choice for space combat and ship assignments. His knowledge ensures your ship remains in top condition, ready to face any challenge.

Barrett – Best Crew Member for Ship Combat

Barrett is the go-to guy if you need someone to repair and maintain your ship. His expertise lies in Starship Engineering (rank 4) and Particle Beam Weapon Systems (rank 3). To recruit Barrett, you’ll need to complete the “Back to Vectera” mission.

Best Crew Members for Outpost Assignment – Lin & Heller

Both Lin and Heller have a background in Argos mining, making them the perfect duo for managing your outposts. Heller’s expertise in outpost engineering complements Lin’s management skills.

Lin – Best Crew Members for Outpost

Lin has Outpost Management (rank 3) and Demolitions (rank 1,) so she’s perfect for being in charge of one of your outposts.

Heller- Best Crew Members for Outpost

Heller has Outpost Engineering (rank 3) and Geology (rank 1,) so along with Lin is perfect for getting the most out of one of your outposts.

Every Known Starfield Crew Member

As you explore Starfield, you’ll come across various potential crew members. Here’s a list of every known crew member you can recruit:

• Adoring Fan: Recruited after picking the Hero Worshipped trait. Stats vary.
• Amelia Earhart: Found on the planet of Charybdis.
• Andreja: Available after completing the Into the Unknown main quest.
• Barrett: Join your crew after the Back to Vectera main quest.
• Betty Howser: Location unknown, but voiced by Adrienne Barbeau.
• Heller: Hired during the Back to Vectera main quest.
• Marika Boros: Hired from The Viewport spaceport.
• Matteo Khatri: Located at The Lodge in New Atlantis.
• Mickey Caviar: Found at The Astral Lounge in Starfield Neon City.
• Moara Otero: Recruited from Cydonia after The Old Neighborhood mission.
• Noel: Located at The Lodge in New Atlantis.
• Omari Hassan: Found in Starfield Akila city.
• Rafael Aguerro: Invited after the Entangled quest at The Viewport on Jemison.
• Rosie Tannehill: Paid to join in Akila City.
• Sam Coe: Hired from New Atlantis after The Empty Nest mission.
• Sarah Morgan: Recruited from New Atlantis after The Old Neighborhood quest.
• Supervisor Lin: Hired after the Back to Vectera quest.
• VASCO: Hired after the One Small Step mission.
• Vlad: Former Crimson Fleet pirate, now part of Constellation. Recruitment location unknown.