Gamers eagerly anticipating Bethesda's long-awaited sci-fi RPG, Starfield, can rejoice as its official release date is September 6. However, those who can't wait to get their hands on the game can gain early access from September 1 by paying an extra fee. Starfield has generated a buzz of excitement for several reasons, not least because it marks Bethesda's first single-player RPG release in almost a decade. The game's gameplay presentations have been impressive, showcasing a classic-style Bethesda RPG set in space, complete with a vast, ambitious world for players to explore. Bethesda's recent Starfield Direct presentation offered fans an even better glimpse of what's to come, further fueling anticipation for this exciting space adventure. Whether Starfield can live up to the hype remains to be seen, but the signs are certainly positive.
When is Starfield Early Access?
Die-hard Starfield fans who are eagerly counting down the days until the game's official release on September 6th can now get their hands on the Starfield Premium Edition and the Premium Edition Upgrade. Priced at $99.99 and $34.99 respectively (bringing the total to approximately $105 for the upgrade), the Premium Edition includes the Shattered Space DLC, Constellation Skin Pack, a digital artbook, and the game's soundtrack. Physical copies of the Premium Edition also come with a Steelbook display case and a Constellation patch. The best part? Gamers who opt for the Premium Edition can access the game up to five days early, starting on September 1st.
September 1, 2023
Xbox Game Pass subscribers can rejoice knowing that they don't need to purchase the $99.99 version of Starfield to gain early access. By downloading the game early, they can opt to buy the $34.99 Premium Upgrade and play alongside the other early access players on September 1. However, for those who don't mind waiting until September 6, they can enjoy the game with no additional cost beyond their usual Game Pass subscription fee. This is an excellent solution for those who want to use Game Pass to play the game without paying a premium price. It will be interesting to see how many gamers will choose to purchase the Premium Edition over the base version. Xbox's strategy of offering early access to Game Pass subscribers and charging for a Premium Upgrade could potentially be employed for future first-party Xbox games if proven successful.
Starfield launches September 6 for PC and Xbox Series X.