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Next week's steam beta gets epic starfield update
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Next week's steam beta gets epic starfield update

Jan 13, 2024 6:07 PM

Bethesda is set to release the "biggest Starfield update yet" into the Steam Beta on January 17, with a broad release planned for two weeks later. The update promises to bring over 100 fixes and improvements to the game, focusing on quests, performance stability, graphic enhancements, and more. Specifically, it will address issues with the "Eye of the Storm" mission and visual improvements such as better textures, lighting, and shadows. Future updates, which are planned to roll out every six weeks starting in February, will include quality-of-life changes, new content and features for travel methods, city maps accessibility, ship customization, and gameplay options that allow for a change in difficulty and new survival mechanics.

What major fixes and improvements will be included in the upcoming Starfield update?

The update will target over 100 fixes and improvements, focusing on stabilizing quests like the "Eye of the Storm" mission, enhancing graphics with better textures and lighting, and introducing quality-of-life features such as city map accessibility and new ways to travel within the game.

Starfield is an open-world RPG set in space, developed by Bethesda Game Studios, the creators behind the acclaimed The Elder Scrolls and Fallout series. It offers a massive galaxy to explore with countless planets and challenges for players, featuring a deep customization system for both character and spacecraft. Since its release, it has captivated players with its promise of an expansive and interactive sci-fi universe. Responding to community feedback, Bethesda has consistently worked on updating and improving the game, which reflects their long-term support strategy that has been successful with previous titles.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-01-13 19:45:18
Bethesda seems to be doubling down on their commitment to deliver a polished cosmic odyssey with Starfield, and this upcoming biggest update feels like a testament to that promise. The specific focus on the Eye of the Storm mission and enhanced textures and lighting details not only aim to elevate the visual experience but also show that they're tuning into player feedback to shape the game's evolution.🚀🛠️
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-01-13 19:30:22
Bethesda's commitment to refining Starfield post-launch is apparent with this hefty update—it's not just the technical fixes that stand out, but the attention to the quality-of-life improvements shows they're listening to their player base. These enhancements, especially to the notorious Eye of the Storm mission, alongside the visual upgrades, demonstrate that the studio is dedicated to evolving the game into the deep space odyssey fans were excited about at launch.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-01-13 19:15:20
Bethesda's commitment to frequent and meaty updates for Starfield is exactly what fans love to see—it shows they're listening and adapting the game to fit players' evolving expectations. Hopefully, this will lay a solid foundation for the space RPG and keep the community engaged, showing that the sky's not the limit, but just the starting point. 🌌🚀
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