Bethesda Drops Starfield Patch Amid Oblivion Buzz

Unexpected Starfield Patch Arrives Amid Oblivion Remaster Hype

Bethesda has stealthily updated Starfield with a new performance-focused patch just as excitement builds for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. The update introduces 'Very Low' display settings for better performance on lower-end devices, enhanced mod support through Creations, and various fixes affecting quests, vehicles, UI elements, and the Shattered Space DLC.

Patch Available in Steam Beta

The update is currently in Steam beta testing, allowing PC players early access. Bethesda shared detailed patch notes on their official website while soliciting player feedback. This incremental update focuses primarily on technical improvements rather than major content additions, leaving players still anticipating news about future DLC plans.

Starfield's Rocky Launch and Player Concerns

Released in September 2023 as Bethesda's first original IP in decades, Starfield failed to match the reception of the studio's Elder Scrolls and Fallout titles. Even its 2024 Shattered Space expansion currently sits with a 'mostly negative' Steam rating, despite reaching 15 million players overall.

Bethesda's Commitment to Starfield's Future

Todd Howard confirmed in June 2024 interviews that Bethesda remains committed to Starfield's long-term support, including annual story expansions. This reassurance came amid growing player frustration over limited communication regarding the game's roadmap. Speculation about a potential PS5 port also persists after PlayStation logos briefly appeared in Bethesda's Creations mod platform.

What's Next for Starfield?

With Microsoft's June 8 Xbox Games Showcase approaching, Starfield fans hope for major announcements - possibly including the rumored PS5 version and shadow-drop of new content. The update suggests ongoing maintenance, but players await more substantial expansions to reinvigorate interest in Bethesda's space epic.

Starfield Update 1.15.214 Patch Notes:

Features:

• New 'Very Low' display settings for performance optimization
• Creation Kit now supports custom icons
• Creations Store enables bundled content
• Increased mod size limit to 2GB

Key Fixes:

• Resolved multiple crash scenarios
• Fixed vehicle deployment logic
• Addressed UI scaling issues
• Corrected localization problems
• Improved Shattered Space DLC performance