STARFIELD

SEPTEMBER 20TH, 2023

Starfield Review Blog

 "Starfield," released on September 6, 2023, has received varying reviews across different platforms. Here's a review based on the average scores from Metacritic and other sources:

1. Metacritic Scores:

   - PC: Metascore of 86/100 based on 76 critic reviews, indicating "Generally Favorable" reviews.

   - Xbox Series X: Metascore of 83/100 based on 85 critic reviews, indicating "Generally Favorable" reviews, and a User Score of 6.7/10 based on 10,070 user ratings, indicating "Mixed or Average" reviews.

2. General Reception:

   - The game has been praised for its immersive experience in a vast universe filled with a multitude of stories and activities. Critics have commended the title for its emphasis on space exploration and narrative-focused experiences, making it a captivating choice for players intrigued by sci-fi adventures and exploration.

3. Performance Over Time:

   - The Metascore for "Starfield" on Xbox Series X has seen a decrease from an initial high score, with some sources reporting scores as high as 88/100 and 87/100 for PC and Xbox Series X versions respectively, but later dipping to 83/100 for Xbox Series X.

4. Comparison to Other Titles:

   - At one point, "Starfield" shared a Metacritic score of 84 with well-regarded titles like "Armored Core VI," though it didn't quite reach the blockbuster status of some other high-scoring titles.

5. Summary:

   - "Starfield" provides a rich space exploration experience with a considerable amount of content that has generally been well-received by critics. However, the mixed user reviews and the decrease in Metascore over time suggest that players might have had varying expectations or experiences, possibly related to the game's ambitious scope and the execution of its ideas.