In this video, the creator discusses why Starfield was considered obsolete at launch, highlighting issues such as excessive loading screens, subpar visuals, and disappointing landing zones. While acknowledging the game’s strengths, they view it as a failure due to missed opportunities in utilizing modern technologies and comparing it to other space games that have achieved higher levels of immersion and visual quality.
In this video, the creator discusses the reasons why Starfield was considered obsolete at launch. They acknowledge that while they gave the game a seven out of ten in their review, they understand the dissatisfaction that many players had. The first point they address is the abundance of loading screens in the game, which is seen as an immersion killer and not acceptable in modern games. They compare this to other space games, like Star Citizen, which have minimized or eliminated loading screens.
The second point of contention is the visual quality of Starfield. The game was not considered to be the best-looking space game at launch, with characters appearing cartoonish and lacking Nvidia DLS support. While there have been updates and improvements since then, the characters still look outdated compared to other games that utilize face scanning and motion capture technology for more realistic visuals.
The third and final point that the creator mentions is the disappointment with the game’s landing zones, specifically New Atlantis and Akila City. These settlements, which are supposed to be major factions’ capital cities, are described as small and lacking in size and scope. The creator compares this to the vast and immersive cities found in Star Citizen, which adds to the sense of awe and immersion.
Overall, the creator believes that Starfield was launched as an obsolete game. While they acknowledge the game’s strengths, such as its secondary quests and action sequences, they view it as a failure due to the missed opportunities in developing technologies that are now standard in this genre. They invite viewers to share their thoughts on other aspects of Starfield’s obsolescence in the comments section.