game news Starfield: The indicators prove it, it’s the most important game on the Xbox
Less than 48 days after its release, Starfield continues to unleash passion on social media and specialist sites. Each ad is analyzed by Todd Howard, their creative director, and then discussed for hours. One thing is for sure, it’s been a long time since an Xbox/PC exclusive has garnered so much interest.
Summary
- The Starfield Direct broke records
- Xbox sales have skyrocketed since the summer conference
- The most anticipated game on Steam but also on JV
- “Xbox’s New Halo”…Really?
The Starfield Direct broke records
We learned about it from an article published on Microsoft’s official website The Xbox Games Showcase/Starfield Direct doubleheader was the highest rated and most popular show in the history of the wholesale brand.X“. In fact, the American producer has announced that in the seven days following the broadcast of Direct, it received more than 92 million views of its show, trailers and program segments, an increase of 38% compared to the previous year.
However, the 2022 showcase had some highlights with the introduction of Riot Games benefits thanks to Game Pass, the announcement of the game by Kojima Productions and the arrival of Wo Long and Silksong on day one in Microsoft’s service. Thanks to Starfield and other conference announcements, The double program became “the most popular and watched show of all time for Xbox” according to the American giant.
Xbox sales have skyrocketed since the summer conference
The Xbox Games Showcase, which took place on June 11th, is certainly the conference that has most impressed gamers and observers at the beginning of this summer. According to statistics from Amazon France, sales of Xbox consoles peaked immediately after Starfield Direct aired. In particular, the Xbox Series In general, Starfield is already having a positive impact on the success of the Xbox consoles.
In the USA, the X/S series have risen significantly in the sales ranking. In June 2023, across the Atlantic, the Series S was near the top 50 while the Series
The most anticipated game on Steam but also on JV
Since the release of Sons of the Forest, Starfield has been at the top of the Steam wish list. At the time of this writing Bethesda’s app is still #1 wish lists
“Xbox’s New Halo”…Really?
In May 2023, shortly after the eventful release of Redfall, comes Destin Legarie from IGN wrote that Starfield was the most important Xbox game since the first Halo. “Xbox needs a game that people won’t stop playing or talking about for months or even years. (…) Xbox desperately needs an answer to God of War Ragnarok or a world to lose yourself in like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Starfield could be that game” he remarked. Yes, It’s obvious that it’s been many years since Xbox has offered a title that can bring so many gamers together in front of their screenSelling consoles by the pallet and Game Pass subscriptions by the shovel.
Recently, Kim Jung-min, former StarCraft professional player and current game commentator, stated that Starfield “a great opportunity for Microsoft“, the best in years. According to him Todd Howard’s app could expand Xbox/Game Pass user base in Asia if the manufacturer translates the game correctly.
Microsoft seems to have recognized the power of Starfield. Actually The Redmond-based company didn’t hesitate to increase the price of its Xbox Series X but also Game Pass ahead of the game’s release at Bethesda. This shows the confidence the manufacturer has in their space RPG! The group has also released a controller model and a wireless headset in the colors of the software. As we celebrate the anniversary of Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the moon, Starfield continues to fuel the hopes of gamers, but also those of Microsoft. Landing on September 6, 2023 on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Those who fall for the premium edition benefit from up to 5 days of early access.
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