Starfield is Putting Too Many Eggs in One Basket

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According to recent speculation, it appears that Bethesda’s 2023 sci-fi RPG, Starfield, might be released for the PlayStation 5 in 2026. Given the trend of major Xbox exclusives being ported to the PS5 over the past few years, including games like Forza Horizon and Sea of Thieves, this isn’t entirely unexpected. However, it’s important to note that Starfield carries more weight than games such as Forza or Sea of Thieves due to its significance.

As a passionate fan, I must admit that Starfield didn’t quite live up to the expectations set by Bethesda and Xbox. Don’t get me wrong, it has its loyal followers and garnered positive feedback, but it fell short of the cultural and critical acclaim enjoyed by Bethesda’s past masterpieces, many of which were released decades ago.

It’s crucial to note that in the gaming industry, particularly for a heavyweight studio like Bethesda, contemporary blockbusters and innovative intellectual properties are the key to staying relevant—just imagine if FromSoftware was only known for Bloodborne! With Starfield not quite making the splash they hoped, it’s understandable that Bethesda would want to produce more content in an attempt to regain momentum. However, they should be cautious about getting too excited just yet.

Starfield’s Potential New Expansion and PS5 Port May Not Be Enough

Bethesda Is Reportedly Releasing a New Starfield DLC Alongside Its PS5 Version

According to MP1st, the highly-anticipated game Starfield is rumored to arrive on PS5 in Spring 2026, along with its next significant DLC expansion. If this information holds true (as MP1st has a solid reputation for such leaks), 2026 might prove to be a momentous year for Starfield, as it would not only expand its reach to more players but also enrich the game with additional, hopefully improved, content. The port, expansion, and updates are also said to include various enhancements aimed at improving the overall user experience.

In the gaming world, particularly among AAA RPG enthusiasts, this situation might resonate: Bethesda appears to be emulating CD Projekt Red’s approach with Cyberpunk 2077 version 2.0, by flooding fans with content and updates in a grandiose manner. The intention seems to be reviving Starfield’s tarnished image, similar to how CD Projekt Red rejuvenated Cyberpunk. However, while a plethora of new features, a strong or even excellent expansion, and a significant PlayStation port could potentially salvage Starfield theoretically, the reality is likely to be far more complex; Starfield is not another Cyberpunk 2077.

In the initial expansion of Starfield, titled Shattered Space, both critics and the public responded with unfavorable reviews.

Bethesda Is Betting Big on Starfield, but It’ll Probably Lose

Combining the upcoming DLC for Starfield and its PS5 release could result in a powerful one-two punch. This would provide millions of new PS5 users with an enhanced version of Starfield to enjoy, potentially giving it another opportunity to make a strong debut. Although it’s not impossible that this could happen, considering the impact that Starfield’s next DLC might have on its reputation, it seems quite improbable. By 2026, when this PS5 port and new expansion are expected to launch, Starfield will have been receiving mixed-to-negative reception for nearly three years, which isn’t exactly a promising start for its return.

It seems that the creator of Starfield believes that fixing the issues with the game might be achievable by 2026, given games like Cyberpunk 2077, No Man’s Sky, and Fallout 76 as examples. Offering the game on PS5 with fresh content will undoubtedly delight current fans and those waiting for a PS5 port, but it’s unlikely that those already disappointed with the game would be won over by even a well-received DLC and port.

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2025-08-04 23:16