Release date: 6 September
Platforms: Xbox Series X/S, PC
Bethesda’s Starfield is one of the most-awaited games of 2023. Development of the game started in 2017. It is the first intellectual property of Bethesda Game Studios in 25 years. Todd Howard, the studio’s executive producer, called it “Skyrim in space,” referring to the fifth main instalment of Bethesda’s critically acclaimed action role-playing series, The Elder Scrolls.
Set in the far future, precisely in 2330 CE, the action-adventure game involves planet exploration and epic space battles with an unnamed player character as the principal protagonist. According to the game’s storyline, humanity embarked on a planetary colonisation spree in 2156 CE. As centuries passed, factions emerged and vied for control over the newly discovered planets. Planetary exploration is a key feature of the game.
Trailers of the game have been very well received, including a cinematic version. The trailers indicate that players will not only have to find a mysterious object but also have to engage in battles with both extraterrestrial species and humans. Based on the trailers, some have drawn parallels to certain elements of Star Wars — such as hyperdrive and dreadnoughts.
Players who have purchased the Starfield Premium Edition, Premium Edition Upgrade, or the Constellation Edition of Starfield will be granted Starfield Early Access on 1 September. It will get a full release five days later.
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