The video discusses the anticipation for the next “Starfield” DLC following the disappointing reception of “Shattered Space,” highlighting concerns about Bethesda’s declining productivity and player engagement. The host expresses skepticism about the upcoming expansion’s quality and emphasizes the need for significant improvements to regain player trust and interest.
In the video, the host discusses the anticipation surrounding the next DLC for “Starfield,” particularly following the underwhelming reception of the previous expansion, “Shattered Space.” The host expresses frustration with the state of live service games and how Bethesda has struggled to meet player expectations with their recent titles. They reflect on their experience with “Shattered Space,” which they found to be disappointingly short and lacking in innovative gameplay elements, leading to a broader consensus that it failed to justify the long wait for new content.
The video highlights the stark contrast between the DLC content released for “Fallout 4” and what players received for “Starfield.” The host emphasizes that Bethesda’s productivity has seemingly declined over the years, questioning whether the company is aware of this trend. They speculate on whether the reception of “Shattered Space” was a surprise to Bethesda and express concern about the future of “Starfield” if the next expansion does not resonate with players.
The host notes that the player count for “Starfield” has been steadily dropping, with more players gravitating towards older Bethesda titles like “Fallout 4” and “Skyrim.” This decline in player engagement raises questions about the viability of future expansions and the overall health of the game. Additionally, there are concerns about modding communities abandoning their work on “Starfield” in favor of more established titles, which reflects a lack of enthusiasm for the game.
As the video progresses, the host discusses the significance of the upcoming expansion, particularly with the potential launch on PlayStation 5. They analyze the implications this could have for Bethesda and Xbox, suggesting that the success of the DLC is crucial for justifying further investments in the game. The host points out that if the new content fails to attract players, it could jeopardize the future of “Starfield” expansions.
Finally, the host expresses skepticism about the quality of the upcoming DLC, predicting it may follow a similar formula to “Shattered Space” in terms of length and content. They hope for a more engaging experience but are wary based on past disappointments. The video concludes with a call for Bethesda to recognize and address the issues plaguing “Starfield,” emphasizing the need for genuine improvement to regain player trust and interest.