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Starfield, As Told By Steam Reviews

  • Starfield is very similar to previous Bethesda games like Skyrim and Fallout, just in space. It has the same gameplay formula.

  • The world is immersive with beautiful environments to explore, fulfilling the fantasy of living in a sci-fi universe.

  • There are still some technical issues like excessive loading screens and bugs. The combat is largely unchanged.

  • Reviews are mixed - some love the classic Bethesda formula while others find it outdated.

  • Overall, Starfield is a solid game for fans of Bethesda's previous RPGs, but may disappoint those hoping for more innovation.

kotaku.com
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