Starfield's Exclusive Early Access: A Phenomenal Opportunity for Select Gamers

Starfield, scheduled to be officially released on September 1, will grant early access to select players on August 31, depending on their location. Anticipation for Starfield is sky-high as it is one of the most eagerly-awaited game releases of 2023. This game holds significance as it marks Bethesda's return to single-player titles since Fallout 4 in 2015 and their first original intellectual property in decades.

Starfield carries substantial importance. Positioned as the flagship release for Xbox Game Pass in 2023, it offers Bethesda an opportunity to recover from the disappointment of Fallout 76, their previous major game. Fallout 76 had a negative impact on Bethesda's reputation, and Starfield serves as a chance for the studio to restore it. The glimpses of the game showcased so far display its remarkable ambition, further fueling the excitement of many eager fans longing to experience it.

The official release date for Starfield is September 6, but purchasers of the Premium Edition or the Premium Edition upgrade will gain early access on September 1. Interestingly, Microsoft Store listings have revealed that the game may actually become playable at different times depending on one's location. For instance, individuals residing in the Central Time Zone should be able to enjoy the game as early as 7:00pm on August 31.

For those planning to play Starfield through Xbox Game Pass but don't want to spend money on the full game, there is good news. The Starfield Premium Edition Upgrade is available for $34.99, and Game Pass subscribers can join the early access fun by purchasing it. In fact, Xbox Game Pass members can get the Premium Edition Upgrade for only $31.49, a $3 discount.

If you prefer not to pay anything extra besides your Xbox Game Pass subscription fee to play Starfield, you'll have to wait until September 6. However, it's important to note that the Premium Edition Upgrade is likely to be a worthwhile investment for dedicated Bethesda fans. Along with early access, it includes a digital artbook, the soundtrack, the Constellation Skin Pack, and the highly anticipated Shattered Space Story Expansion, which is Starfield's first DLC. Although the release date for the Starfield DLC is not yet confirmed, Bethesda's track record of delivering high-quality expansions makes it a safe bet.

Those who opt for the Premium Edition Upgrade will have the opportunity to play Starfield as early as August 31, while others will have to wait until September 1 to join in. The rest of the eager fans will have to be patient until the official release date arrives. The success of Starfield's gameplay remains to be seen, but it appears promising for fans of the open-world sci-fi RPG. Starfield will be available for PC and Xbox Series X starting on September 6.