Starfield Achieves Golden Status, Exclusive Preload Dates Unveiled

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Bethesda's highly-anticipated open world RPG, Starfield, has officially gone gold.

Fans can begin preloading the game on Xbox and Steam from August 17 and August 30 respectively, ensuring their readiness for the release on September 6.

With the Premium Edition of Starfield, players can enjoy early access on either August 31 or September 1, granting them nearly a week of gameplay prior to the official release.

Xbox Game Pass users can enjoy early access to Starfield with a Premium Edition Upgrade priced at $34.99. After being announced by Bethesda in 2018, the highly anticipated open world sci-fi RPG has finally gone gold. Fans can now preload the game on Xbox starting from August 17 and on Steam starting from August 30. With several delays along the way, the wait for Starfield has been five long years, but Bethesda has now completed development and is ready to release it to eager fans.

Starfield, the highly-anticipated game from Bethesda, has been generating a lot of excitement since its announcement. It marks Bethesda's first original IP in years and their first single-player game since Fallout 4 in 2015. The gameplay presentations for Starfield have been incredibly impressive, fueling even more anticipation among fans. The wait for the game is almost over, and players who can't wait to start can now preload the game, ensuring it is ready for launch day.

Bethesda has officially announced that Xbox players can start preloading Starfield on August 17, while Steam gamers will have to wait until August 30. Considering the massive file size of around 125 GB, this early access to preloading is a great advantage for fans. The official release date for Starfield is September 6, allowing players ample time to preload. However, it's worth noting that some lucky gamers will have the opportunity to play as early as the night of August 31.

What Are the Starfield Preload Dates?

Thursday, August 17 - Xbox

Starfield's early access is only available to those who purchase the Premium Edition of the game, priced at $99.99. Players will have the opportunity to dive into the game on either August 31 or September 1, depending on their location. This generous offer allows fans nearly a full week to enjoy the game before its official release date of September 6.

Even those planning to play Starfield on Xbox Game Pass can enjoy early access without purchasing the full game. For $34.99, Xbox Game Pass users can avail of the Premium Edition Upgrade, which not only grants early access but also includes Starfield's Shattered Space DLC and other additional bonuses. Therefore, the $34.99 price not only covers early access but also offers various extras. Regardless of when players intend to experience Starfield, they will have ample time to preload the game. Given the immense anticipation for Starfield, it will be fascinating to ascertain whether the prolonged wait for the game was justified.

Starfield launches on September 6 for PC and Xbox Series X.