Earlier this month, Bethesda finally unveiled new details about its highly anticipated game, Starfield, at the Xbox Game Showcase. This long-awaited reveal offered players the most comprehensive glimpse into the game, as Bethesda had kept it under wraps for quite some time. Interestingly enough, Starfield shares several similarities with Obsidian Entertainment's space epic, The Outer Worlds.
Given their shared genre and focus on galactic exploration, it's only natural that comparisons between The Outer Worlds and Starfield will arise. Both games are first-person shooter RPGs that prioritize the exploration of the vast cosmos, and they are developed by companies with peculiar connections. During the Showcase event, Bethesda unveiled an entirely new combat system for Starfield. While this combat system represents a departure from Bethesda's previous efforts, it bears resemblance to the combat mechanics found in The Outer Worlds.
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Bethesda seems to be reciprocating Obsidian's influence in their latest venture, as they appear to be drawing inspiration from Obsidian's combat mechanics.
The Outer Worlds Feeling Combat in Starfield
The combat in Starfield showcased during the recent Xbox Games Showcase appeared to be more fast-paced compared to The Outer Worlds. Some have even drawn comparisons between the abilities in Starfield and those seen in Star Wars. However, there are a few similarities between the two games. Both Starfield and The Outer Worlds are primarily first-person shooters, with targets displaying health bars and identifying text. Players gain experience points by defeating enemies, although it is worth noting that the game does not visually indicate the amount of damage inflicted by weapons.
The release of Starfield for PC and Xbox Series X/S is scheduled for September 6th. As for the game itself, it is difficult to predict its outcome. Xbox assures that Starfield will surpass previous Bethesda games in terms of bug issues, but its true performance will only be revealed once it becomes available for purchase. The showcased gameplay hints at an expansive universe with fast-paced combat, drawing inspiration from The Outer Worlds.
