Bethesda has officially confirmed that "Starfield" is still receiving active support three years after its initial release. In addition to gameplay updates and modding support, a new content expansion is planned for next year.
Starflowers in focus for the year 2027
The most important takeaway from the latest studio update is the announcement of content surrounding the "Starborn." Three years after its original release, Bethesda is attempting to further develop the narrative of the main game. However, the announcement completely lacks concrete details regarding the scope or release window.
Bethesda substantiates its long-term support with current player data. The studio cites 17 million players and almost a billion hours played. These figures sound impressive. However, they must be considered in the context of the platform strategy. The title launched directly on Game Pass and is now also available on PlayStation 5. As usual, Bethesda does not provide pure sales figures.
Monetization via the Creation Club is running smoothly.
A key pillar for the game's longevity remains the modding platform "Creations." According to official figures, around 40 percent of the player base uses modified content. The system is particularly successful financially. Bethesda states that it has paid out over $10 million in royalties to verified mod developers to date.
The focus on user-generated content is no accident. It relieves the core team. Bethesda is working in parallel with High pressure on The Elder Scrolls 6, which is currently in main development. Fallout 5 remains the studio's long-term goal. Starfield therefore has to share resources. This explains the extended timeline until 2027. Not the pace many fans were hoping for.
The confirmation of new content for 2027 is a clear sign of life. Bethesda is showing that the universe isn't being abandoned despite the mixed reactions to previous DLCs. The technical foundation will continue to be maintained, and the PS5 performance issues remain a focus. However, those waiting for a major gameplay overhaul will have to be patient. The immediate focus is on the modding community, not on massive in-house content expansions.
Starfield is Fallout in space. They even still use the old sounds, for example, when certain doors open.
In my opinion, it's just old wine in new bottles; I was – and still am – really disappointed.
I liked it better than some others, but I'm still disappointed. Despite the recent changes, I just don't feel like I'm in space. Flying feels completely pointless. Building and exploring are too. On the plus side, it has good side quests, both big and small, and a solid story. I would have liked a more dynamic system and more options in space.
It would certainly be a good game, but this pale, grey, washed-out graphics (no real black level) just look bad.
I'm currently playing it on the PS Pro! I like it. Great side quests. And lots to discover!
Oh yes! There's so much to discover in Starfield! On my way to some quests, I even discovered and played 20 new ones 🙂
The players have long since dropped the idea. If there's still time for something like this, then apparently not enough people have been laid off at Bethesda yet.
Andreas Iman, that's exactly what I thought too. It contradicts the reports of layoffs!
For me, one of the best, maybe even the best games of all time. Bring on the new content! 🙂
After initial skepticism and a very disappointing start to my time on the Series X, today it's my most played game so far in 2026 and the best sci-fi experience I've ever played 💫
Leaving aside the somewhat dry narrative, no other game delivers such a space experience.
And yes, I've played them all.
I would welcome a new expansion with open arms.
I also really enjoyed playing Starfield. Luckily, I was on vacation when it was released and played the game for 5 hours a day.
Yes, overall it has an incredible pull in terms of gameplay, excellent soundtrack & unique space atmosphere.
Every minute inside is an experience!
The game also exudes a certain calmness without being boring. That suits me very well.