The long-awaited debut of Starfield on PlayStation 5 (PS5) has been described by players as a disaster. Following its April 7 release, the Bethesda space RPG has been plagued by severe bugs and frequent crashes.
Frustrated buyers have taken to platforms like Reddit to report an experience that many claim is “unplayable.” One of the most popular threads, titled “PS5 base crashes are getting out of hand,” highlights users experiencing crashes as frequently as every five minutes. In response, players are organizing to demand refunds through the PlayStation Store.
Reports indicate that the instability affects both the base PS5 and the PS5 Pro. Common complaints include:
As of now, Bethesda has not commented on the technical failures. Notably, the “Day 1 Patch” failed to resolve these issues. While the developer is known for bugs in its massive open-world titles, many fans argue that the current state of the PS5 version is unprecedented in its severity.
On the same day as the PS5 launch, Starfield received the “Free Lanes” update on PC and Xbox Series X|S (where the game has been available since 2023). Additionally, Bethesda released the “Terran Armada” DLC, which introduces new characters, enemies, locations, and rewards to the main narrative.
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