Starfield has been delayed and is now officially releasing on September 6, 2023. Learn more about Game8's speculation on Starfield's delay and details about Starfield Direct on June 11, 2023.
Starfield Official Release Date
Delayed to September 6, 2023
Starfield was first announced during E3 2021 and was set to release on November 11, 2022, for PC and Xbox Series X/S. After several delays, it was finally announced that Starfield will be released on September 6, with a Starfield Direct right after Xbox Game Showcase on June 11, 2023.
Speculations on Starfield's Delay
Fans of Starfield have been eagerly anticipating the game since its announcement at E3 2021. Although there have been some bumps along the way, fans are hopeful that these delays are for improving the game. Since June 13, 2021, the Starfield team has been providing teasers on the latest developments for the game, including gameplay videos, contests, and video diaries of the developers. This has further hyped up the fans and increased their anticipation for the game's release.
One speculated reason for the delay was Bethesda's acquisition by Microsoft, which may have caused some changes in the development process. However, Bethesda clarified that they needed additional development time and support from engineers from Microsoft to make Starfield a better game. This is a good sign for fans, as waiting for a better game would be worth it. Bethesda had to push the release date to early 2023 to accommodate the additional development time.
Another speculated reason for the delay is that Bethesda may want to release Starfield in a different month than other notable titles. With the recent release of many AAA games, it makes sense for Bethesda to choose a release date when fewer notable games are releasing. This would allow Starfield to have a greater impact on the market.
It has also been speculated that the delay is due to Xbox's past experience shipping games too early. This can frustrate players, and Bethesda may want to avoid a similar situation with Starfield. While these are only speculations, it's clear that Bethesda is prioritizing the quality of the game and the player experience over rushing the release.
In summary, the delay of Starfield's release date is a sign that Bethesda is taking the time to develop a better game. Fans are excited for the upcoming Starfield Direct on June 11, 2023, where they can learn more about the latest developments and glimpse what's to come.
Starfield Direct on June 11, 2023
Right After Xbox Game Showcase
The announcement trailer for Starfield revealed that Bethesda would be hosting a Starfield Direct on June 11, 2023, where they will showcase a deep dive into the game and display more features of the highly-anticipated title. The trailer also stated that Bethesda would include all the hallmarks we expect from Bethesda,
which suggests that they are confident in their ability to deliver a high-quality game that meets the expectations of their fans.
