Troubleshooting the Starfield Lookup Failed Error: A Step-by-Step Guide

The Lookup Failed error has been a frustrating problem for players since the release of Starfield’s new DLC, Shattered Space. Here’s how to resolve it.

Starfield has introduced its first DLC, Shattered Space, featuring new quests, locations, enemies, weapons, and much more. While these exciting additions have fans eager to dive back into the game, numerous players have encountered the Lookup Failed error in Starfield.

This issue isn’t entirely new; however, it has become more prevalent since the new DLC launch. Fortunately, there are several methods you can employ to fix this error and enjoy the latest content.

Below, we’ve gathered various solutions to resolve the Starfield Lookup Failed error.

Understanding the Lookup Failed Error

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Starfield players have been experiencing the Lookup Failed error issue within the game.

The Starfield Lookup Failed error may lead to improper loading of a planet or textures not appearing. Instead of visiting the planet, players might see text stating “Default Planet Material. The Swap Hasn’t occurred” covering its surface, as reported by players.

In addition, this UI bug will display “Lookup Failed” on both the System and Faction tabs.

How to Troubleshoot the Starfield Lookup Failed Error

In Bethesda titles, the Lookup Failed error is often associated with mods affecting gameplay. However, many players have experienced this issue even without modifications.

Here are some actionable fixes to resolve the issue, regardless of your use of mods.

Restart Your Game

One possible reason the planet’s texture isn’t displaying correctly is due to an incomplete game update. Try restarting the game to check for any update prompts, or reboot your system entirely. Many players have found that restarting the game resolves the issue.

Verify the Integrity of Game Files

There’s a possibility of having missing or corrupted files in your game, so it’s advisable to verify the integrity of your game files.

Launch Steam.
Select Properties.
On the left tab, select Installed Files.
Click on “Verify integrity of game files” at the bottom.
Wait for the process to complete.

Remove or Update Your Mods

It’s common knowledge that mods can break with new updates. If you are using mods, try removing or disabling them via your Mod Manager. After that, restart the game to check if the issue is resolved.

While managing your mods, visit Nexus or wherever you downloaded your Starfield mods to see if there are any updates available, as outdated mods can create glitches.