Starfield is coming to PlayStation 5, and players will need to free up at least 123GB of storage before they can dive in, as reported by GameGPU. This size ranks it among the larger console installs in recent memory, similar to titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, which launched at about 125GB on PS5.
Bethesda Game Studios first released Starfield as an Xbox and PC exclusive on September 6, 2023. The game received a solid critical response, scoring an 88 on Metacritic. However, its player base on Steam has dwindled sharply since launch, with only 3,908 concurrent players noted at the time of writing, a stark contrast to its initial large audience.
The PS5 version marks Bethesda’s first significant move in bringing the game beyond the Microsoft ecosystem. Microsoft completed its acquisition of Bethesda in March 2021 for $7.5 billion. This cross-platform release signals a change in strategy, following similar releases like Hi-Fi Rush and Pentiment earlier in 2024.
There’s no official release date for the PS5 version yet. Currently, the game is available on Steam for $49.99, down from its original launch price of $69.99. This suggests that Bethesda might set the PS5 price at a similar or adjusted rate to attract new players.
| PS5 Install Size | 123GB+ |
| Metacritic Score | 88 |
| Steam Reviews (Positive) | 55% (115,809 reviews) |
| Current Steam Price | $49.99 |
| Current Steam Players | 3,908 |
Despite its solid critical score, community feedback on Steam leans negative. One reviewer expressed, “Worlds are Empty. Storyline is Mid. Bugs everywhere. NPCs Walk through walls. Combat is Basically just Fallout 4 with Magic. Looks Like the game was made in 2016.” This disconnect between critic reviews and player reaction has shadowed the game’s commercial journey.
What To Watch
- Whether Bethesda will announce an official PS5 launch date along with a pricing strategy that reflects the game’s lower Steam price.
- How the PS5 port performs technically. Given ongoing Steam complaints about bugs and performance, the console version’s stability will be under close watch at launch.
- Whether a PS5 release boosts overall player engagement or if the game’s PC reputation sets expectations that might limit its success on the new platform.
