Starfield has achieved unprecedented success for Bethesda, setting the standard for all upcoming releases from Xbox in the coming years. As Microsoft finalizes its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, it has a strong lineup of studios working on exclusive titles, signaling that the long-awaited rollout is finally underway. With intentions to release four exclusive games annually, Xbox is already making significant progress towards this goal with the planned launch of Avowed and Hellblade 2 in 2024.
Additionally, Bethesda is a major driving force behind Xbox's content development, and although Starfield was released in 2023, its true moment to shine may very well be in 2024. Combining this with other potential plans, it appears that Bethesda itself is poised to have an extraordinary year, rivaling any other company in 2024.
Bethesda Has Big Plans for Starfield in 2024
Bethesda has clear plans to continue the support for Starfield in the long run. Along with updates and patches, new content is also on the horizon. Although details about Starfield's Shattered Space DLC and its contents have not yet been confirmed, fans can expect a release in 2024. There is a possibility that Bethesda might showcase it early next year, or even reveal a roadmap.
In addition, Todd Howard himself has confirmed that official mod support for Starfield will be coming in 2024. He has assured fans that Bethesda will go all out with this feature, just as they have done with their previous games. These are just two of the exciting things to look forward to in Starfield. Considering Bethesda's track record, it's highly likely that they have a few surprises up their sleeve for the game's first year after its launch.
Starfield's Shattered Space DLC
Starfield Official Mod Support
Oblivion Could Seal the Deal in 2024
Moreover, it is worth mentioning that Bethesda had previously stated that there would be no significant updates about Elder Scrolls 6 prior to the release of Starfield. This does not imply that Bethesda Game Studios (BGS) will divulge extensive details about the game in 2024, nor does it suggest that the game is significantly closer to being released. However, as the Bethesda pipeline progresses, fans will gradually acquire concrete information about the game. In a sense, if The Elder Scrolls 6 was in the preliminary stages before Starfield, it now finds itself in the earlier stages of development. Although this may not provide much solace, it does present more than what fans had before the release of Starfield.
In addition to Starfield, Bethesda may have more in store for 2024. Recently leaked documents from Xbox unintentionally exposed various ongoing projects at BGS, including plans for a remastered version of Oblivion. It's important to note that these plans are evidently outdated, so while they mentioned a possible Oblivion release in 2024, it's not a definite guarantee. However, if it does materialize, it would be an exciting development. Starfield leading the way with fresh content, along with the potential for fans to revisit the beloved Elder Scrolls game, Oblivion, could prove to be a winning combination for Bethesda in 2024. While fans shouldn't set high expectations for an Oblivion remaster, if it does happen, it would clearly demonstrate the immense significance of the year for BGS.
However, even without the presence of Oblivion, Starfield has an abundance of strategies to maintain its prominence for a considerable duration. Bethesda has already established a robust lineup for 2024, indicating the immense opportunities it possesses to surpass even these ambitious goals.
Presently, Starfield can be accessed on PC and Xbox Series X.
