Starfield: 10 Best Side Missions You Must Find

10. Groundpounder

The title of this heavy-hitting Starfield side quest ought to give players an idea of what they're in for. Starting with a random encounter with a freighter leads to an investigation on Altair. There, the Spacefarer is thrust into one of the biggest fights on offer in the whole game.

Upon arriving, players are thrown headfirst into an all-out war with the Spacers, leading to plenty of shoot-em-up mayhem to enjoy. Along with the relentless action, the quest also sports some interesting narrative developments, as it turns out United Colony Marines are on hand defending the area despite it actually being Freestar Collective territory.

Along with providing an interesting look at United Colony Marine culture and chain of command, Groundpounder also gives players a chance to teach a near-endless supply of scummy Spacers a fatal lesson. With the quest quickly turning into a merciless war on the galactic raiders, players need a boatload of ammunition to get the job done.

Overall, while it's not the most narratively complex quest on offer, Groundpounder is a fast-paced, high-intensity affair that gives action-hungry players plenty of bang for their buck.