RPG · September 5, 2023
Starfield (2023)
Starfield (2023) scores 57% positive on Steam from 165.5k reviews, developed by Bethesda Game Studios.
Starfield (2023) is a RPG title from Bethesda Game Studios available on Windows. The title carries a 57% Steam positive rating across 165.5k reviews, 3.7k peak concurrent players, and 62 Steam achievements — making it a measurable reference point when comparing to peers in the RPG category.
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.
Release & Availability
| Release date | Sep 5, 2023 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publisher | Bethesda Softworks |
| Base price | $41.99 -40% |
| Required age | 17+ |
| DLC / Add-ons | 4 released |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Estimated owners | 1M–10M |
| External links | Support |
Release timeline
Starfield launched on Sep 5, 2023.
Studio and publishing
The title was developed by Bethesda Game Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks.
Platform support
Playable natively on Windows.
Packages & editions
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Content notes
Violence Blood Suggestive Themes Strong Language Use of Drugs
Reception & Reviews
Steam community score
Steam users rate Starfield 57% positive across 165.5k reviews — categorised as Mixed.
94.4k positive · 71.2k negative
Critic consensus
Critic reception data on Metacritic is limited for this post-2021 title — Steam user reviews are the primary reception signal.
Curator & community recommendations
Steam curators and players have issued 110.9k recommendations for this title.
Peak concurrent players
Peak concurrent Steam players reached 3.7k — a measurement of how active the playerbase got at launch or during a surge.
Gameplay Profile
Genres
- RPG
Community tag consensus
- Space · 752
- Singleplayer · 674
- Open World · 672
- RPG · 657
- Sci-fi · 605
- Exploration · 523
- First-Person · 449
- Character Customization · 431
- Story Rich · 429
- Action-Adventure · 413
- Third Person · 382
- Adventure · 366
Playtime profile
Community average playtime is 76 hours, with a median of 48 hours — a substantial (40–100 hours) commitment. Two-week average sits at 2 hours per active player.
Steam achievements
The title ships with 62 Steam achievements to unlock.
Languages supported
Interface / subtitles: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish – Spain, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese – Brazil, Simplified Chinese.
Full audio: English, French, German, Spanish – Spain, Japanese, Simplified Chinese.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Starfield released?
Starfield was released on Sep 5, 2023 by Bethesda Game Studios.
Is Starfield worth playing?
Based on 165.5k Steam reviews, Starfield holds a 57% positive rating (Mixed) — suggesting the game resonates with most players who try it.
What platforms does Starfield support?
Starfield runs natively on Windows.
How much does Starfield cost?
Base price on Steam is $41.99 (before seasonal discounts).