Bethesda has officially addressed concerns regarding the future of Starfield, confirming that the space RPG remains a central pillar of the studio's long-term roadmap. The announcement comes as part of broader communication from the developer following significant organizational changes at Xbox, which include the reduction of 3,200 staff positions across its portfolio of studios.
Quick Facts
- Over 17 million players have logged nearly one billion hours in Starfield to date.
- Bethesda plans to release new Starborn content next year.
- More than 40% of the player base currently utilizes the Creations platform to customize their experience.
Despite industry reports suggesting that Bethesda would pivot its resources exclusively toward The Elder Scrolls and Fallout franchises in the wake of the Xbox layoffs, the studio issued a statement via social media clarifying that "Starfield continues." The developer emphasized that the game remains a vital part of its future as it transitions into its third year of support.
Updates and Future Roadmap
As the studio moves forward, players can expect a focus on expanding the Settled Systems. The roadmap includes a combination of new narrative content, targeted gameplay improvements, and ongoing system updates. Bethesda also highlighted the role of its community-driven tools, noting that they intend to continue investing in creators to provide players with more ways to personalize their gameplay experiences.
This update coincides with several other announcements from the publisher. Bethesda confirmed that The Elder Scrolls 6 is currently in active development and meeting internal scheduling goals. Additionally, the studio revealed that remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are in the works, with developer Obsidian returning to the Fallout series. Furthermore, Fallout 5 has entered the preproduction stage.