Starfield

 Xbox Series X
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  1. Twonumo
    Sep 12, 2023
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A ideia do jogo é boa,em questão de história não duvido que seja bom. Porém o jogo tá injogavel na versão PC. Não faz sentido um jogo que não tem o gráfico tão avançado estar travando tanto e com quedas bruscas de FPS ainda mais levando-se em conta que jogos como Rede Dead Redemption 2 rodem bem e com folga no mesmo Hardware. Pelas reviews positivas realmente achei que poderia jogar ,mas me enganei. Bethesda conseguiu novamente a façanha de hypar um jogo e falhar na execução.… Expand
  2. musicgamer
    Sep 12, 2023
    5
    Lots and lots to see, different ways of approaching, sone really good detail in places, huge game, plenty to do and even funny at atimes with the unpredictably that happen Bethesda games. Even the empty planets can be quite immersive just walking around reaching places and watching out for miles into a lonely desolate world, and can be a nice change. A game that where you decide to go andLots and lots to see, different ways of approaching, sone really good detail in places, huge game, plenty to do and even funny at atimes with the unpredictably that happen Bethesda games. Even the empty planets can be quite immersive just walking around reaching places and watching out for miles into a lonely desolate world, and can be a nice change. A game that where you decide to go and do one thing or reach a area but end up doing many other things as there's so many things that can distract you like: reading random books, site seeing, watching NPC, finding notes, enjoying the environment, upgrading, listening in on NPC, experimenting, discovering secrets, building ships, mining, discovering quests, experiencing random events, messing around with physics...etc..etc. The graphics at times can really impress and with detail, even when not at its best this game still looks great for most part. The games feels smooth and is great to have a 3rd perspective view. The action is good and very functional and dies the job well enough without all the OTT flashy action modern games seem to do and without QTE and Scripted events - it's more back to basics but in a very good way! This is not No Man's Sky, they are different games with only Space being the common theme. For Starfield is Mass Effect meets Skyrim but with its own features, that you experience as you further get into the game. A quality game that brings adventure, RPG, exploration, different styles of approach, action, story, quests this branch out, customisation, and other things and also considering the freedom, random events and scale of this game...it delivers a very enjoyable and immersive game that will give players different experiences each time you play - a game that can and will probably still be played 10yrs(+) from now as updates, mods, dlc will start to appear just like on classics Skyrim, Fallout games.… Expand
  3. Mani9623
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    Is perfect
    The best game in 2023 Fanboys, don't be pressured
    The better is spiderman 2
  4. Zayde
    Sep 12, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cons: The game feels like something I've played many times before. Repetitive combat. Dull story with an ending that falls flat. Bugs. Weird NPCs. Loading screens. Download size.

    Pros: Space exploration. Ship building. RPG elements and character building. Sex.    … Expand
  5. Celticwills
    Sep 12, 2023
    8
    This game is a quintessential Bethesda RPG. The world is massive there is so much to do and get distracted with. There are clear developments since Fallout 4. As of writing this I am approximately 80 hours in. I have completed all of 4 Main story missions and only 1 faction questline there is so much to do. Much like other Bethesda RPGs there are so many ways to play. The replayability ofThis game is a quintessential Bethesda RPG. The world is massive there is so much to do and get distracted with. There are clear developments since Fallout 4. As of writing this I am approximately 80 hours in. I have completed all of 4 Main story missions and only 1 faction questline there is so much to do. Much like other Bethesda RPGs there are so many ways to play. The replayability of this game seems to be massive. The combat is the best from Bethesda its on part with the likes of Outerworlds or Mass Effect Andromeda, that style of combat. The exploration is pretty decent, it's a blend between Bethesda hand crafted and No Man's Sky procedural generated environments. It's not endless, though I haven't experienced it, I have heard it is possible to have repeated locations but that seems low chance. By far the best parts of the game are the random encounters in systems off the beaten path. It's not all sunshine and rainbows I've encountered some bugs nothing major or game breaking 1 bugged questline because I accidentally destoryed the target before starting the quest & some funny moments nothing that won't be solved with a patch. A highly addictive game great fun. if you like Bethesda games you probably like this. If you think its more like Star citizen or no man's sky but with a detailed story you'll probably be disappointed.… Expand
  6. EltioPhill
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    El mejor juego de los últimos tiempos, mucha variedad y esta muy bien trabajado.
  7. CaptainHarlock
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    Few games can achieve to build a universe like Bethesda can is the best game of this generation by far!!
  8. Supercoolmwb
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    The best game they ever made it super fun I just love the dog fights in starfield I am overwhelm how much there’s to do love the jet pack stairfield is a great game
  9. Rasmuth
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    This game is soooo fun! Bethesda games have a learning curve. You have to learn and adapt as you discover the new world you are now a part of. If you've never played a Bethesda game before and don't understand this, it can be very frustrating for a new player. The game and universe really opens up after a period of gameplay. Took me 8 hours or so, and I knew what to expect. Now....40 hoursThis game is soooo fun! Bethesda games have a learning curve. You have to learn and adapt as you discover the new world you are now a part of. If you've never played a Bethesda game before and don't understand this, it can be very frustrating for a new player. The game and universe really opens up after a period of gameplay. Took me 8 hours or so, and I knew what to expect. Now....40 hours in, this game is a blast and I've barely scratched the surface of what can be done. I've had laugh out loud moments, moments that are very touching, and moments just trying to stay alive. The combat is very well done. But just remember, the game is far more in depth that most even understand. The only way to keep discovering this games goodness is to peel back the layers, one at a time. Bethesda has a ton of haters and I know many negative reviews come from people who will hate, no matter what. And their games aren't for everyone, but for me....total believable immersion into a brand new world. What I've always loved about their previous games. And this one has not disappointed.… Expand
  10. OtterCorrect
    Sep 12, 2023
    1
    Todd Howard LIED. He promised "unparalleled" freedom in a "next gen" RPG. Bethesda has all the resources and talent in the world but something has gone terribly wrong. The writing and quest design would be considered lazy as of 5 years ago, but in a post-Baldur's Gate 3 world this is simply unacceptable from a AAA developer. The character models simply look awful.

    In a space    Todd Howard LIED. He promised "unparalleled" freedom in a "next gen" RPG. Bethesda has all the resources and talent in the world but something has gone terribly wrong. The writing and quest design would be considered lazy as of 5 years ago, but in a post-Baldur's Gate 3 world this is simply unacceptable from a AAA developer. The character models simply look awful.

    In a space exploration game, you'd assume you can actually explore space right? Wrong. You can't actually fly except in very limited circumstances, and everything else is just a loading screen to hide the limitations of the engine. Except games that are 7 years old had seamless space to atmosphere transitions. The fast travel system completely breaks immersion.

    You know that internal playtesters made all of this clear, Bethesda simply didn't care. They never go more than a few seconds to remind everyone they made Skyrim and Fallout.

    Were the programmers forced to return to the office so they stopped caring? Very, very poor showing from Bethesda. Stay away.    … Expand
  11. ErEzu
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    Para mi ha sido una grata sorpresa ya que últimamente solo he visto decepciones en la industria del videojuego. Una vez que vas entendiendo el juego y sus mecánicas más me gusta. Es un juego de rol brutal.
  12. taino_10
    Sep 12, 2023
    4
    The story starts extremely slow, there's alot of bugs still even tho Bethesda promised a game "without bugs" loading screens can be very annoying, graphical wise its doesn't scream im next gen, very repetitive it can be boring over time. Even the npcs are the same you will find the same npc multiple times on an area I meant more than one of the same. THIS GAME NEEDS TO BE POLISHED to be onThe story starts extremely slow, there's alot of bugs still even tho Bethesda promised a game "without bugs" loading screens can be very annoying, graphical wise its doesn't scream im next gen, very repetitive it can be boring over time. Even the npcs are the same you will find the same npc multiple times on an area I meant more than one of the same. THIS GAME NEEDS TO BE POLISHED to be on a better state but its way better than redfall and maybe if they do a 60fps option might make it run better … Expand
  13. Antiphil
    Sep 12, 2023
    1
    After 18 hours in this game i can factually confirm that this game is horrendously boring. No sense of exploration. Just fast travel, bro! NPC looks very bland and lifeless...like in a horror movie! The menus and controls are dated and non intuitive.

    Loading times are a joke. If the game was on PS5 that would not be a problem. Considering the game was compromised by xbox/ms to fit their    After 18 hours in this game i can factually confirm that this game is horrendously boring. No sense of exploration. Just fast travel, bro! NPC looks very bland and lifeless...like in a horror movie! The menus and controls are dated and non intuitive.

    Loading times are a joke. If the game was on PS5 that would not be a problem. Considering the game was compromised by xbox/ms to fit their Gamepass quality standards, this could have been so much better.

    A waste    … Expand
  14. Hostilexiii
    Sep 12, 2023
    9
    The game is good. Probably suffering due to Sony fan boys veing allowed to rate it when they've never played it. Yes, it's buggy, but aren't we all accustomed to Bethesda bugs? The story was incredible on the first play through. Level 40 and now just starting my second play through. It's not a bad game whatsoever. Just because the gun z's on the internet told you to hate it doesn't meanThe game is good. Probably suffering due to Sony fan boys veing allowed to rate it when they've never played it. Yes, it's buggy, but aren't we all accustomed to Bethesda bugs? The story was incredible on the first play through. Level 40 and now just starting my second play through. It's not a bad game whatsoever. Just because the gun z's on the internet told you to hate it doesn't mean you should listen. You should form your own true opinion. It's a joy of a game and it has a lot of depth and escapism.… Expand
  15. Amir13799
    Sep 12, 2023
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is fullllllllllllll bog. And not optimiz for xbox series s ........................ ..................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................ ............................................................................................................ ....................................................................................… Expand
  16. spookydook
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Fantastic RPG ... loads of complex systems , love the solitude , easy building , amazing side quest stories with interesting characters..
  17. gulgulglut
    Sep 12, 2023
    0
    It's similar to fallout 4 but with no open world. The worst Bethesda game I ever seen.
  18. adamf13
    Sep 9, 2023
    7
    I am enjoying it, but there are some issues that stop it being a great game imo.

    - graphics are average - loading screens kill the immersion for me - fast travel is way too easy, never need to fly your ship. - piracy not great when you're left with 1000 credits once you've "registered" the ship - personally I don't like the way the perk system works - economy and price of some items needs    I am enjoying it, but there are some issues that stop it being a great game imo.

    - graphics are average
    - loading screens kill the immersion for me
    - fast travel is way too easy, never need to fly your ship.
    - piracy not great when you're left with 1000 credits once you've "registered" the ship
    - personally I don't like the way the perk system works
    - economy and price of some items needs reworking imo

    Hopefully some of this will be addressed with patches    … Expand
  19. Akbar12
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is a
    wonderful game thanks bethesda❤this game have a few but sure bethesda get updates for bugs    … Expand
  20. Abdoking556
    Sep 9, 2023
    10
    Amazing game with amazing gameplay and exploration, I love the missions and the rewards were worth foing them, I love how whenever I play and go to a place in my way I hear people talking and suddenly a mission pops up, it feels like the people are real and they interact with you.
  21. Atlas99
    Sep 7, 2023
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Enganação total! Diz q pode explorar planetas, mas tudo é limitado, vc só vê praticamente q foto do planeta e nada mais, IA burra q pode estragar a experiência ao jogar no lançamento… Expand
  22. Yhya
    Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Best rpg game i have ever played, the side missions alone are a gane ,thank you team Bethesda for this game
  23. Diego2010
    Sep 12, 2023
    0
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  24. Wokemindvirus79
    Sep 12, 2023
    5
    As this will be a less-than-flattering review, it will no doubt be relegated to the 'review bombing' category. Because, apparently, there can be no legitimate complaints that are not part of some right-wing conspiracy. And if you think that's hyperbole on my part, do yourself a favour and read any number of articles from gaming sites trying to gaslight you into believing that no rational,As this will be a less-than-flattering review, it will no doubt be relegated to the 'review bombing' category. Because, apparently, there can be no legitimate complaints that are not part of some right-wing conspiracy. And if you think that's hyperbole on my part, do yourself a favour and read any number of articles from gaming sites trying to gaslight you into believing that no rational, reasonable person would do anything less than worship at the altar of Todd Howard for what is, according to certain critic reviews, one of the greatest games ever.

    There have already been a number of comparisons made between Starfield and Mass Effect for mainly story-based reasons and the obvious challenges that come with creating an original sci-fi IP.
    But where Bioware gave a masterclass in writing and game design, Bethesda has created a vast universe of staid, lifeless characters and locations in service of a trite and forgettable story-line.

    To this day, I still love the first Mass Effect game. It's clunky as hell to play and, compared to modern games, a bit of an eye sore at times, but it nailed three important ingredients when it comes to forging a memorable space opera: plot, characters, and exploration. Even the barren, lifeless planets in Mass Effect were more rewarding to explore.
    Mass Effect gave us memorable antagonists like Saren and the reapers. Starfield? Not even worth mentioning.
    Mass Effect's companions are among the most loved of any gaming franchise. Starfield? Not one of them resonates in any way. I've seen K-Mart mannequins with more personality.
    As for the main story, I don't want to go into detail without giving away spoilers, but it's as clear as day that Starfield has taken inspiration from Mass Effect, which, in a way, is to be expected and is perfectly fine if executed correctly. But instead of using that inspiration to create something new and memorable, Starfield's main quest is a lazy MacGuffin adventure.

    And then ... and then there is "the message". This may well be the real reason why left-wing gaming outlets are so driven to write off any and all critiques of Starfield as being right-wing trolling; they are committed to defending "the message" at all costs.

    Bias in storytelling is unavoidable, and I wouldn’t have a real problem with a progressive narrative if it was done organically, subtly, and woven into the story. Instead, it is blatantly clear that an agenda was at play here. Quotas had to met and “the message” delivered. This was current-day social issues masquerading as how the future should be according to those pushing this agenda. Simply put, the story is secondary to “the message”.
    It is so utterly blatant with the characters you meet and their predictable dialogue.

    The following is a list compiled by a player on Steam:

    "First person you meet in a position of authority - Woman
    Leader of Constellation, the main quest faction - Woman
    President of the United Colonies, biggest faction - Woman
    Freestars Lead Ranger and quest giver - Woman
    CEO of Ryujin industries - Woman
    Ryujin Industries quest giver - Woman
    Shaw gang leader - Woman
    Owner of Red Mile - Woman
    Head of security for Red Mile - Woman

    Zealots from the dominant religions - White dudes
    Heads of Xenofresh, the corrupt drug-pedalling corpos - White dudes
    Corrupt and cruel administrator of Neon - White dude
    Corrupt governor of Mars - white dude
    Snobbish bankroller at Constellation - White dude"

    At one point, we’re told by a minor character multiple times just how awesome a particular captain of the marines is – that she’s the best damn marine ever. Get it? Women can not only be as good as men in any endeavour imaginable, but better! This may be a computer game set in a fictional universe, but when women are constantly being paraded as better warriors than men, we’ve suddenly lost all contact with reality and, as a result, immersion. We’ve seen this trend for years now with any number of movies, TV shows, and games, but it is so in-your-face with Starfield that you’re never able to truly lose yourself in this universe.

    And to any writer out there wanting to know how to write ‘strong’ female characters – watch Alien and T2. They’re strong not because they try to out-masculine men, but because of inner strength that helps them overcome their lack of physical strength, which in turn makes them more relatable. Shoving a conga line of masculine, unrelatable, unlikeable, sassy, Karen-esque heroines in our faces in an attempt to cure us of our misogyny only makes us want to call you out even more for pushing your agenda.    … Expand
  25. Cutbreaker
    Sep 12, 2023
    9
    I have to say it: I am a massive PS-Fanboy (if thats what it is called these days). I bought myself an XBOX Series S just for this game, een though I am enjoying the console on a wider range.
    Whats to say about Starfield? Was the purchase worth it?
    I can understand that there are people disappointed, in generel there are a lot of things which could have been better or where you just can    I have to say it: I am a massive PS-Fanboy (if thats what it is called these days). I bought myself an XBOX Series S just for this game, een though I am enjoying the console on a wider range.
    Whats to say about Starfield? Was the purchase worth it?
    I can understand that there are people disappointed, in generel there are a lot of things which could have been better or where you just can see the missed potential.
    BUT
    The game itself, the universe, the gameplay, the exploration (yes, even on the empty planets), your oppurtunities to engage with the world, I think it is really amazing and I can just recommend it!
    Looking forward to some patches and the mods, which hopefully are coming to the S as well.
    91/100    … Expand
  26. santinho
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    Liberdade total, da pra fazer muita coisa no jogo, construir base, nave, roubar, ter relacionamento, explorar um vastidão de planetas e satélites etc...
  27. LOSGAFES
    Sep 9, 2023
    0
    El juego para nada cumple con el hipe generado es la sombra de lo que prometieron no tienes sensación de libertad en el espacio ni aterrizar ni despegar atravesando la admosfera prácticamente es un png con carga muchos planetas se sienten vacíos por mucho que explores están inertes la libertad de la que se llenaron la boca se siente aburrida no tiene vehículos terrestres si bien con elEl juego para nada cumple con el hipe generado es la sombra de lo que prometieron no tienes sensación de libertad en el espacio ni aterrizar ni despegar atravesando la admosfera prácticamente es un png con carga muchos planetas se sienten vacíos por mucho que explores están inertes la libertad de la que se llenaron la boca se siente aburrida no tiene vehículos terrestres si bien con el tiempo mejorara gracias a los mods una vez más es esta empresa prometió algo y no cumplió lo juego en PC y la verdad no termina de engancharme… Expand
  28. Alexandre07
    Sep 12, 2023
    8
    Gostei muito da proposta de conhecermos muitos planetas o game surpreende com uma história boa e bastante ação até o que me surpreendeu pois achei que o foco seria mais na exploração
    Esse que foi um ponto negativo a exploração deixou a desejar resumindo em fast travel
    O exagero de menus deixa o game confuso principalmente para os iniciantes a games da Bethesda É um bom game mas poderia ser    Gostei muito da proposta de conhecermos muitos planetas o game surpreende com uma história boa e bastante ação até o que me surpreendeu pois achei que o foco seria mais na exploração
    Esse que foi um ponto negativo a exploração deixou a desejar resumindo em fast travel
    O exagero de menus deixa o game confuso principalmente para os iniciantes a games da Bethesda
    É um bom game mas poderia ser melhor    … Expand
  29. Trocity_V
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    Amazing game. Graphics are great and gameplay is even better. Haven't touched the main story and I'm 50hrs into the game.
  30. ZBeeB
    Sep 12, 2023
    10
    A great and beautiful game, whether the main or side missions are all wonderful
    The best game of the year so far
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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 69 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 81
  3. Negative: 1 out of 81
  1. Gamereactor Finland
    Nov 1, 2023
    70
    It's a big game, but starts way too slowly, and may never get interesting.
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  2. Gamereactor Spain
    Oct 16, 2023
    90
    It is true that you'll find a good number of barren wastelands with little to do other than extracting some resources and take off to more interesting places, but again it really depends on how you want to play. There's so much to do, so many systems and abilities to explore, missions to complete, spaceships to loot, and species to catalogue, that I honestly don't think there's anybody who thinks that exploring every square meter of this universe is the better way to enjoy Starfield.
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  3. The Loadout
    Oct 15, 2023
    80
    While it has weak spots and doesn’t push many boundaries, Starfield is still an excellent RPG experience. Bethesda has once again mastered the things it built its reputation on – world building, quest design, and deep customization. However, it’s found new things to excel at too, with exciting combat and a novel implementation of New Game Plus.
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