Starfield is entering its second year, and since the game’s launch, Bethesda has added a long list of improvements to the space adventure. From quality-of-life changes to all-new content, Starfield has much more to offer players. For those who enjoyed the game at launch but have since stepped away from it, revisiting Starfield in 2025 presents the opportunity to experience it in a new light.
Starfield enjoyed critical acclaim when the game launched in 2023, but player feedback was highly mixed. Criticism of the world feeling lifeless and not as immersive as past Bethesda projects have made Starfield a divisive title. However, since then, the space-based RPG has brought more features to the table, making it worthy of a revisit.
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In 2025, Starfield Now Has More to Offer Players Than Ever Before
Starfield Gets its First Vehicle
- The REV-8 was added to Starfield in August 2024.
One of the most important post-launch Starfield updates since its release is the introduction of the REV-8 vehicle. As the game’s first official vehicle, this versatile rover has been a game-changer for planetary traversal. One of the biggest complaints about exploring planets in Starfield when it was first released was how long it took to walk from point A to point B. The prospect of venturing across a planet’s terrain is exciting, but when much of that time is spent simply walking, it can get boring rather quickly. Thankfully, the REV-8 changed that significantly, making riding around a planet’s surface more enjoyable.
The REV-8 also features a turret and vertical boost, adding to the vehicle’s versatility.
Shattered Space Brings Starfield Its First DLC
- Shattered Space launched on September 30, 2024.
Bethesda’s Todd Howard has stated that Starfield is set to get annual DLC expansions, and Shattered Space marked the first of potentially many. The DLC once again received mixed reviews from players, but for those who have enjoyed the game’s lore and want to know more about the mysterious House Va’ruun, Shattered Space sheds light on the secretive faction. Also, the DLC adds two more companions, armor, weapons, and equipment.
Starfield‘s next DLC has yet to be confirmed, but there are theories that it could be titled “Starborn.”
The Creation Club Can Transform the Starfield Experience
Once Bethesda launched its official Creation Club for Starfield, the door was opened to an exciting offering of possibilities. Whether it be official Bethesda Creations or fan-made content, there is a new world of options that players can choose from to enhance the base version of Starfield. Through the years, Bethesda has embraced stretching the longevity of its games through official mods, and Starfield continues this tradition. From mods that bring features from Star Wars to horror-filled Doom Creations, there is now far more flexibility in customizing one’s experience.
Starfield’s Post-Launch Updates Prove the Game Has More to Offer
Bethesda’s ambitious space adventure may not be a perfect game, but it still boasts strong points with ship and base customization. Now, players can customize their ship’s interiors, elevating the game’s creative potential. Starfield still has room for improvement, but that doesn’t have to be a negative. It can be exciting to know that extra content to improve the experience waits on the horizon.
From quality-of-life changes to all-new content, Starfield has much more to offer players.
Between the Starfield Creation Club and the promise from Bethesda that more content is on the way, returning to Starfield is worth it for those who enjoy the game’s approach to sci-fi exploration and storytelling. Starfield still has content in store, which is bound to make 2025 a stronger year for the space adventure.
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September 6, 2023
- ESRB
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M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood, Suggestive Themes, Use of Drugs, Strong Language, Violence