Factions form the backbone of the Settled Systems in Starfield. Each group has a distinct style and theme that players can feel all the way down to how its individual members talk. There are perks to joining a faction, and it's up to the player to figure out which one they want to align themselves with.
Starfield: How Many Factions Can You Join?
Factions form the core of human society in Starfield, and players can sign up with any which one they fancy.