Starfield, the highly anticipated game from Bethesda Game Studios, has been captivating players with its massive galaxy to explore. As players delve into the game, they have been uncovering various Easter eggs and subtle nods to other sci-fi franchises. One recent discovery has fans convinced that a habitable planet in the Eridani system within Starfield is a recreation of a world from the Halo series.
The Epsilon Eridani star system is a real star system with significant importance in Halo lore. Starfield’s version of this star system features a planet, Eridani II, that closely resembles Reach, the setting of the 2010 game Halo: Reach. Just like Reach, Eridani II is described as having towering mountains, deserts, and weather-beaten forests. The terrain similarities between the two planets have excited fans, although nobody has yet discovered any peculiar ostrich-like creatures that were present in the Halo series.
Furthermore, Eridani II is the second planet in the Eridani star’s orbit, mirroring the placement of Reach in the Halo universe. This attention to detail further strengthens the belief that the planet in Starfield is a deliberate homage to Reach.
Interestingly, Eridani II is not a fictional planet created solely for Starfield; it is an actual star system that has been mentioned in various works of astronomy. The star system has piqued the interest of researchers involved in the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) project, as it is considered a potential location for habitable planets and the search for extraterrestrial life. Its inclusion in Starfield adds an extra layer of authenticity to the game’s universe.
For players eager to explore Eridani II, it is accessible early on in the game. Starting from Alpha Centauri, players can navigate to the Eridani star system, a mere 19.11 light years away. From there, they can touch down on Eridani II and explore its various biome regions, which offer comfortable weather and mountainous terrain. Some fans have noted that the locations on Eridani II resemble the “Tip of the Spear” level from Halo: Reach, making it an ideal spot for Halo enthusiasts to establish their first outpost without the challenges of extreme environments.
As players delve into Starfield and make these exciting discoveries, it’s clear that the game is a treasure trove of references and Easter eggs for sci-fi enthusiasts. Whether it’s exploring a recreated world from Halo or encountering other subtle nods to beloved franchises, Starfield invites players to immerse themselves in a vast and interconnected universe.