In this video review, the creator discusses their experience with Starfield after playing it for 90 hours. They appreciate the immersive storytelling and flexible character creation, but feel that the main quest is sometimes repetitive and the space aspect lacks depth, leading them to give the game a 7.5 out of 10 rating.
In this video review, the creator discusses their experience with Starfield after playing it for about 90 hours. They start by highlighting the importance of understanding what kind of game Starfield is, as some people have set unrealistic expectations for it. They mention that it is a role-playing game set in a science fiction setting and not a simulator like Elite Dangerous or Star Citizen.
The creator appreciates the slow and immersive introduction of the game, as well as the flexibility of the character creation system. They mention that while some may find the cartoonish character designs and pronoun selection controversial, they didn’t personally have any issue with it. The game offers various paths to pursue, including the main quest, faction affiliations, exploration, and building your own empire.
The narration and storytelling in Starfield, especially in the secondary quests and random encounters, stand out as the main highlight. The game allows players to understand different perspectives and presents moral dilemmas. However, the creator feels that the main quest sometimes includes repetitive or grindy quests, and the space aspect of the game feels unrealistic and lacking in depth. They hope future DLCs will improve the space experience.
Combat is an integral part of Starfield, with a variety of weapons and dynamic gameplay. The creator enjoys the combat and the freedom to engage in it whenever they desire. They also mention the importance of combat in progressing through the story and side quests. However, they point out some issues with the game, such as the lack of local maps, dated character designs, and small settlement sizes.
In conclusion, the creator believes that Starfield is a fun and engaging RPG set in a science fiction world. They appreciate the exploration potential, combat mechanics, and freedom the game offers. However, they feel that it falls short in some areas, such as storytelling in the main quest, unrealistic space environments, and certain design choices. Ultimately, they give Starfield a rating of 7.5 out of 10, considering the missed opportunities and their expectations of a game of this scale in 2023.