Starfield — Is It Worth Playing?

Starfield is the first new universe in 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4.

Sep 5, 2023RPGby Bethesda Game Studios$39.99
Quick verdict Starfield holds 59% positive across 114,212 Steam reviews. It's on our trending radar. If you enjoy RPG games like SoulQuest, Console Kingdom, The Witch's Bakery, it's an easy one to check out.

About Starfield

Starfield is the first new universe in over 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. In this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars, create any character you want and explore with unparalleled freedom as you embark on an epic journey to answer humanity’s greatest mystery. In the year 2330, humanity has ventured beyond our solar system, settling new planets, and living as a spacefaring people. You will join Constellation – the last group of space explorers seeking rare artifacts throughout the galaxy – and navigate the vast expanse of space in Bethesda Game Studios’ biggest and most ambitious game. Tell Your story In Starfield the most important story is the one you tell with your character. Start your journey by customizing your appearance and deciding your Background and Traits. Will you be an experienced explorer, a charming diplomat, a stealthy cyber runner, or something else entirely? The choice is yours. Decide who you will be and what you will become. Explore Outer Space Venture through the stars and explore more than 1000 planets. Navigate bustling cities, explore dangerous bases, and traverse wild landscapes. Meet and recruit a memorable cast of characters, join in the adventures of various factions, and embark on quests across the Settled Systems. A new story or experience is always waiting to be discovered. Captain the Ship Of Your Dreams Pilot and command the ship of your dreams. Personalize the look of your ship, modify critical systems including weapons and shields, and assign crew members to provide unique bonuses. In deep space you will engage in high-stakes dogfights, encounter random missions, dock at star stations, and even board and commandeer enemy ships to add to your collection. Discover, Collect, Build Explore planets and discover the fauna, flora, and resources needed to craft everything from medicine and food to equipment and weapons. Build outposts and hire a crew to passively extract materials and establish cargo links to transfer resources between them. Invest these raw materials into research projects to unlock unique crafting recipes. Lock and Load Space can be a dangerous place. A refined combat system gives you the tools to deal with any situation. Whether you prefer long-range rifles, laser weapons, or demolitions, each weapon type can be modified to complement your playstyle. Zero G environments add a chaotic spectacle to combat, while boost packs give players freedom to maneuver like never before.

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Key Stats

24h peak players
5,522
Steam reviews
59% · 114,212
Genre
RPG
Developer
Bethesda Game Studios
Release
Sep 5, 2023
Price
$39.99

Should You Play Starfield?

Who it's for: fans of RPG games like SoulQuest, Console Kingdom, The Witch's Bakery.

Starfield is the first new universe in over 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. In this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars, create any character you want and explore with unparalleled freedom as you embark on an epic journey to answer humanity’s greatest mystery. In the year 2330, humanity has ventured beyond our solar system, settling new planets, and living as a spacefaring people. You will join Constellation – the last group of space explorers seeking rare a…

Starfield is single-player on Steam and runs on Windows. It's on our trending radar right now.

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System Requirements & Platforms

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Platforms: Windows

Minimum

OS: Windows 10 version 21H1 (10.0.19043) · Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X, Intel Core i7-6800K · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700, NVIDIA GeForce 1070 Ti · DirectX: Version 12 · Storage: 125 GB available space · Additional Notes: SSD Required

Recommended

OS: Windows 10/11 with updates · Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, Intel i5-10600K · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 · DirectX: Version 12 · Network: Broadband Internet connection · Storage: 125 GB available space · Additional Notes: SSD Required

Starfield — Frequently Asked Questions

When does Starfield release?
Starfield released on Sep 5, 2023 and is available now on Steam.
What kind of game is Starfield?
Starfield is a RPG game. Starfield is the first new universe in 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4.
Is Starfield multiplayer or co-op?
No — Starfield is listed as single-player only on Steam.
Is Starfield on Steam Deck or consoles?
Starfield runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
How much does Starfield cost?
Starfield is priced at $39.99 on Steam.
What are Starfield's system requirements?
The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
Is Starfield worth playing in 2026?
It's divisive — 59% positive across 114,212 Steam reviews. In 2026 it's worth it mainly if you already like this kind of game.
Who made Starfield?
Starfield is developed by Bethesda Game Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks.
What games is Starfield similar to?
Starfield sits alongside RPG games such as SoulQuest, Console Kingdom, The Witch's Bakery.
What platforms is Starfield on?
Starfield is available on Windows.

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