Exciting news for fans eagerly anticipating Bethesda’s space-faring RPG, Starfield: the game has officially achieved “gold” status, marking the completion of its development phase. Starfield is now available for preloading on Xbox Series X|S and PC platforms for those who have pre-ordered the game digitally or plan to access it through Xbox Game Pass. This allows players to have the game ready to launch on release day, unless unforeseen day-one patches alter this scenario. For Steam users, preloading will commence on August 30, specifically tailored to Valve’s digital distribution platform.
The achievement of “going gold” indicates that development on Starfield has concluded, and the game is now being prepared for distribution on physical discs. This milestone is standard for AAA releases and is particularly significant considering Starfield’s impending September 6 launch date. The game’s previous delays have heightened the anticipation for its arrival, and the “going gold” announcement offers reassurance that the title is on track without further hurdles.
During the Starfield Direct event held in June, Bethesda provided an in-depth look at the game’s features. Revealing details about character creation, builds, perks, shipbuilding, companions, and more, the presentation offered an extensive preview of the game’s mechanics. Additionally, the Starfield Constellation Edition, which includes a smartwatch, was showcased, and fans were informed of the return of a memorable NPC from Oblivion.
For those eager for additional information before the official launch, Gamescom presents an opportunity to satiate their curiosity. Microsoft’s presence at the Cologne-based event will feature new footage for Starfield, among other titles such as Forza Motorsport. Regrettably, neither Starfield nor Forza Motorsport will be publicly playable at Gamescom, but the new content offers a tantalizing glimpse of what’s to come in both games.
