In a video titled “Was I WRONG About Starfield’s Exploration?”, the creator expresses disappointment with the game’s exploration, feeling that it lacked the depth and interconnectedness found in Bethesda’s previous titles. They highlight the absence of permanent, story-driven locations and factions as key factors contributing to their disillusionment with the exploration in Starfield.
In a video titled “Was I WRONG About Starfield’s Exploration?”, the creator expresses a growing sense of disappointment with the exploration in the game. Initially, they enjoyed roaming planets and encountering various points of interest, but at a certain point, the exploration starts to feel disjointed and lacking. The creator explains that their main focus is whether they were wrong in their initial assessment of exploration in Starfield.
The creator discusses their expectations for exploration in a Bethesda game, where the open world feels alive and every part of the game is interconnected. They highlight their experiences in Skyrim and other Elder Scrolls and Fallout titles, where they would wander aimlessly and stumble upon interesting locations that added depth and history to the game world. The continuous discovery of new places, artifacts, and quests enhanced the exploration experience for them.
However, when it comes to Starfield, the creator notes a significant difference. While there are impressive settlements and bases, they feel artificial and created solely for the player to discover. The procedurally generated points of interest lack a sense of permanence and history, making them feel like consumable content. The absence of distinct factions and settlements tied to the game’s lore further diminishes the richness of the game world.
The creator realizes that what they truly enjoy in exploration is discovering areas that tell a story and have a significant connection to the game world. The lack of this element in Starfield leads to a breakdown in the illusion of exploration and diminishes their interest in the game. They question whether this fundamental problem can be fixed by Bethesda or through modders in the future.
Despite their disappointment, the creator intends to continue playing Starfield, but acknowledges that it falls short of their expectations for exploration. They invite viewers to share their thoughts on the matter and provide links to other videos for further exploration.