starfield, the latest and next big open-world role-playing game from Todd Howard and Bethesda Game Studios, is finally coming this fall after two delays. The long-awaited sci-fi epic took a closer look with a special on June 11th starfield Direct presentation following the Xbox Games Showcase, which shared even more details about the game with fans.
It’s a big game with a big cosmos to explore and there’s a huge fan base trying to cater to it. Many players wonder what exactly they can do with it starfieldwhether it can truly deliver the immersive spaceflight experience of their dreams, or whether it’s a more rigorous story with clean lines around plot paths.
We will try to answer all these questions and more. Here’s everything we know starfield.
When is Starfield coming out?
Already in March starfieldThe announced release date is September 6th, marking the second delay for Bethesda Softworks’ epic sci-fi role-playing game. November 2022 was originally expected.
“We’ve put our heart into this game, and even I’m amazed at how much we’re able to put into it,” said game director Todd Howard at the March announcement. “It is large.”
What platforms will Starfield launch on?
starfield is only on Windows PC and Xbox Series redfall And Hi-Fi Rush in January.
Will Starfield be available in Xbox Game Pass?
Yes, it will be available on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass from day one – somewhat out of necessity. delays at starfield and other big projects have left the subscription service in something of a first-party desert for more than a year.
Xbox boss Phil Spencer admitted in October that “it’s been too long since we’ve released what people would call a big first-party game.”
The purpose of Game Pass is to provide great games from studios controlled by Microsoft. it becomes even more urgent when the game ends this drought, redfallplanted in the face at takeoff.
How many hours is Starfield?
In an interview with IGN from August 2022said Howard to the main quest line of starfield is about 30 to 40 hours long.
While that sounds like standard for a AAA video game, keep in mind that this is a Bethesda RPG that will surely include dozens of hours more of side quests, faction quests, and open-ended activities in space and planet surfaces.
Keep in mind that thousands of players continue to invest their time The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrima game released 12 years ago and you can expect that starfield at least as long, probably even much longer.
What kind of gameplay will Starfield have?
Not only starfield an action role-playing game in the style of Fallout 4 And Skyrim, there is also a significant space and space combat component. Details revealed during a 45-minute broadcast include: starfield Right on June 11th, players saw:
- A Robust phase of character/avatar creationThese include a choice of three character backgrounds that give the player three starting skills, as well as a special trait that offers a gameplay advantage or narrative twist. One such trait that caught people’s attention is the starfield “worshipping fan” (actually the trait “Hero Worshiped”), which appears to be the case a call back The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion. (The child pictured actually looks like one oblivion(‘s adoring fan, down to the blonde fauxhawk.) The return of the adoring fan in starfield means that the player character is constantly harassed by an admirer who follows his exploits. This might be annoying, but the fan can be hired to crew the character, for example. Occasionally, the fan also randomly gives them gifts.
- A Ship Customization Suite This allows players to build their ships at their discretion, placing elements like the cockpit and cargo hold where they like, customizing the landing gear and weapons, and more. This customization supports the player’s preferred style, from small, fast starfighters to large smuggling freighters. A crew can also be hired for this ship, whether they come from Constellation (the space agency the player joins at the beginning of the game) or from spaceports the player visits.
- Yes, that means space piracy is available as a perpetual endeavor. In the Ship combat demonstration, players realized that looting a wrecked ship was possible by simply pressing a button while flying by. Players can also dock and board the ship to personally deal with the surviving crew. When you capture a ship, it can be added, modified, or sold for scrap like any other ship in the player’s fleet.
Will Starfield have romantic options with NPCs?
Yes. In both cases, pursue several romantic quest lines Skyrim And Fallout 4Bethesda Game Studios seems aware that fans are expecting this to be part of a deep RPG experience.
Will Starfield support modding?
Yes. In a Reddit AMA from November 2021Howard said: “Our plan [is to] have full mod support like our previous games. Our modding community has been with us for 20 years. We love what they do and hope more of them make careers.”
In the interview with IGN from August 2022Howard said, “We actually think this game is going to be a dream come true for our modding community because they can do so much.”
What are Starfield’s system specifications?
starfield is listed as a 125GB download on the Microsoft Store (it’s also available at steam).
On Xbox Series X, Howard has confirmed He said the game is limited to 30 frames per second, partly due to the size and scope of the game, but mostly to ensure consistent performance whether the player is engaged in space combat or exploring a planet’s surface.
starfield runs at 4K resolution on Xbox Series X and 1440p on Xbox Series S.
For the PC, according to Microsoft, the recommended system specifications are:
- Operating system: Windows 10 version 18362.0 or higher
- Architecture: x64
- Graphics: AMD RX 6800 XT, Nvidia RTX 2080
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3600x, Intel Core i5-10600K
- DirectX: DirectX 12 API, hardware feature level 12
- Memory: 16GB
- Keyboard: Integrated keyboard
- Mouse: Integrated mouse
- Controller: Xbox controller or gamepad
Accordingly starfieldAccording to the PC system specifications listed on Steam, an SSD is required. Polygon has reached out to Bethesda to review this request and will update once the company responds.
Will there be DLC or expansions for Starfield?
Todd Howard mentioned that during Sunday’s Starfield Direct starfield will have at least one story extension, Shattered Room. There’s no word on how long after that starfieldThe start that will arrive.
Will there be special editions of Starfield?
Yes, there are two: a $99.99 Premium Edition and a whopping $299.99 Constellation Edition that comes with an actual smartwatch that resembles the HUD device the player wears in-game. Both entitle the buyer to Shattered Room Extension.
Those who play on PC or Xbox Game Pass can access the Premium Edition digital content for $34.99. While that sounds questionable for a game you don’t own, this is a first-party title that has had a very long lifespan in Game Pass. But what you get is basically pre-ordering the post-launch premium DLC.
Is there early access for Starfield?
The Premium and Constellation editions offer five-day early access to starfield (with pre-order implicit). Game Pass players also get early access when they purchase the $34.99 premium upgrade. Early access for starfield starts September 1st.
For a longer look starfieldhere’s Bethesda’s 45 minute gameplay look at the game from Starfield Direct.
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