Starfield May Launch on PS5 Next Spring – Report
▼ Summary
– Starfield is not coming to PlayStation 5 in 2025, with a potential release now rumored for Spring 2026.
– The delay is partly due to the underwhelming performance of Starfield’s first expansion, Shattered Space.
– Microsoft has not officially announced Starfield for PS5 but is increasingly open to multi-platform releases.
– Gears of War: Reloaded is the next Xbox game confirmed for PS5, launching on August 26.
– Starfield’s base game received mixed reviews, praised for its scale but criticized for shallow RPG mechanics.
Starfield could potentially arrive on PlayStation 5 by spring 2026, according to recent industry speculation. While Microsoft has expanded its Xbox exclusives to Sony’s platform, Bethesda’s ambitious space RPG remains absent, for now.
Insiders suggest the delay stems partly from Shattered Space, Starfield’s first expansion, underperforming commercially. Rather than rushing a PS5 port, Microsoft reportedly aims to bundle it with a second expansion and gameplay refinements for a stronger launch. Though unconfirmed, the move aligns with the company’s broader strategy of multiplatform releases, following titles like Sea of Thieves and Hi-Fi Rush.
Meanwhile, Gears of War: Reloaded is confirmed for PS5 on August 26, with rumors hinting at Gears of War: E-Day and State of Decay 3 possibly following. As for Starfield’s reception, critics lauded its vast universe and engaging side missions but noted shortcomings in RPG depth and technical polish. If the PS5 version materializes, these refinements could address early criticisms while introducing the experience to a new audience.
For now, PlayStation fans may need patience, but the pieces seem to be falling into place for a 2026 debut.
(Source: GameSpot)
