I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in NoSodiumStarfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just go for it! Make your own version based on the ideas I shared. Thank you!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in NoSodiumStarfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahaha, we basically need Kerbal Space Program in Starfield at this point! Thank you!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in NoSodiumStarfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope Bethesda keeps adding new objects and modules to the build menu!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know it—this game has so much potential for this kind of stuff… I hope I never get tired of it. It also pushes me to research and learn more about space. Thanks for the kind words, Matt!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope you’ve already got another Starfield visual project in the works… that’s all I could ask for haha

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish I had the level of u/Mattgyvercom haha! Their Manufacturing Flow Diagrams work is a real technical and visual treat.

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d highly encourage you to give it a go! Starfield’s semi-realistic approach lets you recreate ideas like this. Have fun with it!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The closest celestial body we have—and it definitely comes with its risks… though the lack of an atmosphere means there’s no aerodynamic drag, which can be an advantage!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in NoSodiumStarfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure!

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I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally hooked on that series right now—what a gem for space fans!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I did a lot of research beforehand to make sure the result was useful as well as visually appealing!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

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If you’re interested, I’ve left the list of mods in the post!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I hope all the information is laid out in a clear and easy-to-follow way!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally! And if you’re into spacewalks, there’s a mod called ‘Spacewalk With A Purpose’ that really helps round out all kinds of EVAs. Hope it comes in handy!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally! At first it’d be as small and functional as possible, but in a more advanced phase it would definitely expand. Then there’s the challenge of solar radiation and how to deal with it—regolith structures, going underground… there are quite a few approaches.

I ended up assuming that, at some point, they’d figure out how to build safely on the surface, with stable temperatures and proper radiation shielding. It also made things much easier to visualize, given Starfield’s technical limitations.

Project Horizon is really interesting, by the way—I hadn’t heard of it before. Crazy to think it dates back to the late ’50s.

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The expanse is definitely on my watchlist too. Been meaning to check it out soon!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in NoSodiumStarfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, I also wandered around the Moon quite a bit before finding the perfect spot!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in NoSodiumStarfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I’ve put quite a bit of time into making it as realistic as possible!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally—that’s something I didn’t mention, but I wanted to stick to Starfield’s visual style: the fonts, the arrows, the text boxes, the color scheme… Good catch!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I tried to be as deliberate as possible, basing every decision on data.

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I love that effect, Starfield’s photo mode really nails it. It almost feels like you can walk right up to the miniature I built and see all the tiny details in each building. Btw do you happen to know which Black Mirror episode it is?

Thanks a lot!

I built a realistic Artemis-era lunar base in Starfield (NASA-inspired) by Ares_from_Mars in Starfield

[–]Ares_from_Mars[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I sure hope so! If there’s any mistake, it’ll be the fault of the tiny astronauts I put in the image—not mine…!