Starfield: May Update 

The first non-horse Bethesda land vehicle. Truly historic.

I forgot I owned this game

I absolutely love when developers give you options to make your own difficulty instead of only having "easy, normal, hard". Freaking sweet.

Tim Lamb looking like he's about to coach Florida in the Liberty Bowl...

Add small town,farms,manors,villas,etc around main cities, please

Having the option to turn OFF dialogue camera mode is a big plus for me. I hated that dated feeling 'zoom-in' style, so being able to have a more natural feeling dialogue with NPCs is something I was hoping they'd add at some point.

I paid $40 CAD for the DLC/expansion that I've been waiting 9 months for and now I hear I have to wait another 5-6 months. Bethesda you have to do better.

the way Tim said "we are working on land vehiclesss" like he was grinding his teeth xD

Decorate the interior of starships, sign me up.

Holyshit those new maps look great. The Land Vehicle caught me off guard

All of this should have been in the game when it was released

Land vehicles so you can get to the same 3 structures on every planet faster

60fps mode with a 40 option for VRR on Series X. FUCKIN FINALLY.

"Hi Tim, was there a particular hat that you wanted to wear - indoors - for this interview...?" Tim internally: [IT'S FINALLY TIME! LET'S F--KING GOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!]

The one thing I’m really hoping they add is atmospheric flight/landing. I would love to be able to fly through the planet’s atmosphere & land manually. I absolutely hated all the loading screens. Takes away from the authenticity

It's almost like Starfield has been early access all along. That being said, looks like Creation Club will be implemented before releasing Creation Kit

Finally, a TRULY big update for Starfield.

I've always had a problem with the way Bethesda does damage scaling in their difficulty settings, giving players the option to adjust it for themselves without mods is honestly pretty awesome

Never seen such a big.... Update

You came back to the starfield because of the update? I never left, we are not the same!

Update is looking really good with some solid QOL changes.

Holy shit actual good QoL changes.

Todd's at the golf course during all of this XD

Adjusting the vendor credits, just what I've been hoping for, so I don't have to take 100 45-second sleep cycles to sell the 50 grendels I have after raiding a pirate base.

The ability to chnage ladder placement while in decorator mode would be clutch. Even if it can't be done this update.

FINALLY something new Edit: This was a lot more than i expected but 60 FPS ON XBOX YESSSSS

Yaaaaay land vehicles. I'll be able to drive in a straight line for 30 seconds before hitting the invisible wall

Every month... an update to "what's coming" just like this, would really help spark the community. This was awesome!!!

I just heard one thing here, LAND VEHICLE! This is the way we expected for updates coming... A really pack of them together with a roadmap indication that deserves even a video to talk about!! And so Im guessing that the "new ways of travel" could be this plus (and hopefully) more liberty on our ships to see the landing or to go to another planet seeing the process (in a faster way) or more things to do in the planets orbits

There is a LOT of update material that is very fan driven. Impressed!

I wish we could fly our ships out of ‘orbit’ and into space

starfield is goated in my book IM GLAD YALL ARE FINALLY LISTING TO US please don't stop now

'Dialogue Camera Off' is honestly my favorite change--I always felt like the close-up dialogue cam was a step backwards as far as immersion in Bethesda scenes, and missed this setting in Fallout 4--honestly didn't expect it to come with this update. That's a nice surprise.

As soon as the mods drop on XBox, I’m back. Sounds good.

Well, you guys fixed all my complaints. Having a series X and playing a game with 30 fps really annoyed me but glad to see Bethesda is listening. Thanks guys.

Devs that listen to the players 🙏 Thank you Bethesda, thank you Xbox!

Not gonna lie, wasn't expecting to be this impressed. The ship interior customization almost makes me wanna go back

This looks great. The gameplay options to fine tune the experience is AWESOME.

How about filling up these empty and boring planets with more variety of outposts and locations? I joined the Crimson Raiders and visited about 12 planets, 10 of them there were exactly zero enemies to fight even in the outpost buildings because the Crimson Raiders has already showed up taken over the outpost and being in the same faction they don't attack the player. The caves and whatnot are all extremely underwhelming, how did you accomplish something so for below the level of exploration and organic discovery in Skyrim with this much time to develop Starfield?

I haven't played Starfield in a few months now, last time was in November. And hearing the intro music to this video genuinely made me so happy, its such a melancholy and beautiful and relaxing theme and easily my favorite theme from all of Starfield.

So basically its a HUGE QOL update. AWESOME! :D

One thing I'd really like to see in the outposts, is the ability to build one of those SSNN Pylons you only see in major settlements.

Some much needed improvements. Especially city maps. I got tired of getting lost. And dialogue cam off makes it more immersive and smoother interaction with npcs. Can't wait for land vehicle. No more marathon running around planets lol. Great work Bathesda 👍.

Honestly, I hope for more control over ship customization as far as hab/ladder/door placement. Being able to rotate habs would be a critical thing as well as being able to select where the entries into those habs are.

Targeted 60fps? Let’s freaking go, it’s about time

Respect for the MAPS! Literally made it one of the best game maps instead of just fixing it.

The acting in this video is more entertaining than the game

They're actually fixing the game, and with community requested content too.... holy shit.

Land vehicles coming is a MASSIVE game changer. That's like a top 2 things I personally need this game to have. They are actually adding a ton of what everyone was complaining wasn't there even the 60 fps which I don't really care about personally but it's nice to see one less thing for people to jump on. Regardless I'm sure we will see a lot of it completely disregarded as being too late or something cause for many people it genuinely seems like it's more about wanting something to complain about than it is about wanting the game to actually improve. I had really low expectations for this update and certainly didn't expect land vehicles to be confirmed. Hopefully that's not too far out it doesn't look like something that was being worked on for may.

Loving the in-ship decoration! Can't wait to take the land vehicle for a spin later on! Thanks guys!

I forgot The Elder Scrolls died for this

Thank you guys. 60 FPS is all i need

I'm glad we're gonna get a land vehicle. Walking everywhere gets old after multiple play thrus lol.

Does the update have carry over equipment and items on new game plus?

Hoping it’ll come eventually, not holding my breath. Starfield needs a few things -More Procedural content on all planets and “Fog of War” for planets, dark map for unexplored areas to incentivize exploration. -Rover is coming soon, needs to have some booster to get unstuck, cause it’ll get stuck.Think Mako from Mass Effect Including new Modules/Habs to store on Ships/Planets -Submitted Ship/Outpost/Player Character to be randomly generated in universe. Website/Mod list intergration? Imagine coming across NPC’s modeled after different PC’s on some random planet, fighting “Ghosts” of players. Think No Man Sky but SP. -Mod Support, Basically confirmed for Console, but you never know. -More Aliens, possibly in space even; Think Space Worm and Space bats from Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back. Why not? The game doesn’t HAVE to be super Realistic, that’s basically why no one explores, nothing to see; Embrace imagination, reject Reality. -More use of Zero-G gameplay. Basically only exists in Temples, SOME space stations, and SOME docking mid-combat. Turn on/off gravity in ship since we can’t get boarded. -Universal Hazards. Solar Flares, Electromagnetic storms, Asteroid fields? Added challenge to ship combat/Exploration. Similar to FTL:Faster Than Light. -More Handcrafted Outposts/Settlements; Small Towns close to large cities. Larger Outposts than currently exist on planets and moons. There are very few Handcrafted locations and the most/best are early game, Jemison feels dead as soon as you go outside of New Atlantis. -More EM/Melee Weapons specifically, but just more weapons in general, expected with DLC’s. -QoL/UI/UX improvements. Food/water intake not being Binary. “Watch” showing time/Better “Protection Regen” Icons. Universal Calander, some missions are time sensitive, “Complete in 2 days” no way to tell the passage of time. -Improvements to Outpost/Decorate. Incorporate more features from previous BSG games. Snap to floor/object, grid lines, precision movement. Turn off physics for object placement. Some of these are larger asks than other, and some just seem impossible with Creation Engine but it’s nice to dream. Anyone else have hopes for the future patches?

This is such a freaking great update, the fact that you can finally change the number of credits a seller has is quite literally a game changer, also it's pretty cool that you can change your traits once you go across The Unity and that we'll at last have a land vehicle. Props to all the development team and everyone else involved, such a great game

These are legitimately amazing quality of life updates and this is honestly what I've been waiting. I really liked the game but it was missing so many little things. Once this comes out I'll definitely jump back into it.

4:44 Bethesda I ask you to quickly give us transport, and give our enemies the opportunity to move around the planets in cars!!!! Give the opportunity to customize cars and buy more advanced parts for them!!!

Im impressed that theyre doing their best to fix the game honestly. Like my big W is removing/making it optional to remove the camera zoom when tou talk to someone

Changing traits for NG+ and vehicles are BIG for me... I guess vehicles will still be much further down the line, but good to see that it's going to happen eventually. The only big thing left now is flying with pulse drive within star systems, from planet to planet - incl. auto pilot (or even better "have a crew member fly"), letting us craft, manage inventory and talk to npcs on the journey. Then the space cowboy fantasy would be pretty much complete in terms of mechanics.

From someone who liked Starfield from the beginning, this is a WONDERFUL update. Hopefully the city map markers are optional (I didn't need them), but regardless great update.

I've been playing the beta update since it came out and wow did it make enough difference to pull me back in. Thank you Bethesda!

I’ll say this. If Bethesda spends a good 3 years more of supporting this game, it could be amazing. Add more Poi’s on planets Change ladder placements in ships Etc. could be awesome. Def need to come back once the dlc drops

Starfield deserves a comeback just as Cyberpunk 2077 and NMS.

i like the game i don't understand why people are mad

Wondering if I will get to change traits without going through the Unity. I am at NG+ 10 and have now built outposts and ships and don't want to start over again.

Yea im just gonna wait another year, once this game is finished.

The only people hard at work are the script extender team. And yet you don't give any of them props for your games. Such a damn shame.

Attention all bethesda fans, this is the content we want, please show bethesda we are appreciative of this so they know this is what we want. They are finally listening to the fans

The surface map was a huge turnoff, thank you for this

Thanks for still working on this game. I was really excited for it when it came out, but, like a lot of people, I got disillusioned with it the longer I played it, and found the worlds and systems lacking. I’m looking forward to seeing further development. One system I really liked, despite its flaws, was ship building. Will there be a day, or is it possible to control the internal layout for doors on a ship module? That would be awesome.

That map looks a gajillion times better than before. Legit day and night difference.

Bethesda PLEASE keep updating this game. This new stuff is looking awesome

SPOILERS if you have wait this kind of update since the start of Starfield to finish it...

As Todd Howard started jotting down ideas on his whiteboard, Emil Pagliarulo grabbed a nearby piece of chalk and began furiously scribbling on a student's desk, adding layers of detail to Todd's concepts. Meanwhile, Gregori, always bursting with enthusiasm, paced back and forth, his tiny voice echoing through the room. "Listen up, everyone! Each planet in Starfield needs more than just side quests. We're talking about epic quest lines that rival Skyrim's main story!" Todd nodded, his marker flying across the whiteboard. "He's right. We need depth, immersion, stories that make players want to explore every inch of the galaxy." Emil, still hunched over the desk, added, "And each quest line should be unique to the planet, reflecting its culture, history, and conflicts." Gregori clapped his hands, his eyes shining with excitement. "Exactly! Picture this: On one planet, you're caught in the middle of a centuries-old feud between rival factions. On another, you're uncovering the secrets of an ancient alien civilization buried beneath the surface." Todd grinned, his imagination firing on all cylinders. "And let's not forget the moral choices, the branching paths that let players shape the outcome of each quest line." Emil nodded, his chalk leaving trails of ideas across the desk. "We'll need memorable characters, twists and turns, and of course, plenty of action-packed moments to keep players on the edge of their seats." Gregori, unable to contain his excitement, jumped onto the desk, his tiny fists raised triumphantly. "And what about a planet where you're racing against time to stop a cosmic catastrophe? Or a planet ruled by a tyrannical AI, where every decision you make has far-reaching consequences?" Todd chuckled, wiping off a section of the whiteboard to make room for more ideas. "Gregori, you're full of surprises. But you know what? I think you're onto something. Each planet in Starfield should feel like its own epic saga, waiting to be discovered." As they continued to brainstorm, the room buzzed with energy. Todd, Emil, and Gregori were a dynamic trio, each bringing their own unique perspective to the table. With their combined creativity and passion, Starfield was bound to become an unforgettable adventure, filled with endless possibilities and stories waiting to be told. And who knew? Maybe Gregori's wild ideas would be the key to making Starfield the greatest game Bethesda had ever created.

Buffing both your and enemies damage sounds like an amazing way to make combat more deadly and exciting

Color me impressed, props for actually listening to the fans' feedback

Wow an update with features that should have been in the game at launch

Absolutely looking foward to go back to this game again.

Nice, Bethesda. I didn't really liked Starfield at launch but I hope you can make it great. I'm rooting for you all.

Please add optional slow mo ‘kill cams’ / finisher animations 🤞

Meanwhile, back at Bethesda's headquarters, chaos was unfolding. Gregori, determined to impress Todd with a new update, had decided to experiment with a cutting-edge AI. "Let's see if this ChatGPT can help voice the Starfield protagonist, just like Fallout 4!" he said to himself, excitement bubbling over. Gregori accessed the AI system, inputting some character lines. But as he was unfamiliar with modern technology, he accidentally overloaded the system. Sparks flew, and the screen flickered ominously. "Uh-oh," Gregori muttered, his eyes widening in horror. Suddenly, the servers overheated, and a small fire broke out in the corner of the room. The sprinklers activated, but not before the fire alarm blared, echoing through the entire building. Employees scrambled to evacuate, confusion and panic in the air. Gregori, soaked and panicked, tried to contain the situation, but the damage was done. Todd, enjoying his lunch with Gramma Edna, received an urgent call. "Mr. Howard, the office is on fire! You need to get back here immediately!" His heart racing, Todd quickly explained the situation to Edna. "Gramma, I have to go. Something's happened at the office." Edna patted his hand reassuringly. "Go, Todd. I know you'll handle it. And remember, don't be too hard on Gregori. He's just trying to help." Todd nodded, grateful for her calm presence, and rushed out the door. Within minutes, he arrived at Bethesda, where firefighters were already at work, dousing the remaining flames. The office was a chaotic mess of water, smoke, and stressed-out employees. He found Gregori, sitting dejectedly on a soggy desk, his cap drooping. "Gregori, what happened?" Todd asked, trying to stay calm despite the chaos around him. Gregori looked up, tears welling in his eyes. "I just wanted to help, Master Todd. I thought if we used the AI to voice the protagonist, it would be amazing. But I... I messed up." Todd sighed, crouching down to meet Gregori's eyes. "Hey, it's okay. I appreciate you trying to innovate. But maybe next time, let's test these ideas a bit more carefully." Gregori sniffled, managing a weak smile. "I’ll do better, I promise." Todd smiled, patting the tiny elf on the back. "I know you will. Now, let’s get things cleaned up and make sure everyone’s safe. Then we can figure out our next steps." With the fire under control and no serious injuries, Todd gathered his team. "Alright, everyone, let’s focus on recovery first. We’ll take this as a learning experience." As the team began the clean-up process, Todd and Gregori brainstormed ways to improve Starfield without setting the office on fire. They decided to stick to traditional voice acting for now but keep experimenting with AI in safer, more controlled environments. Despite the setback, the incident brought the team closer together, and Todd felt more determined than ever to make Starfield a success. With Gramma Edna’s wisdom and Gregori's relentless creativity, he knew they could overcome any obstacle-fire or otherwise.

Would we possibly be able to control hatch and ladderwell placements in our ships?

I’ve been playing starfield since launch and I think it’s a really good game. It just needs a lot of work and finally they’re doing it.

Finally, a decoration mode for ships, even blank slates so you can decorate it to your desire, and truly make it feel like your home. I also like that you can change things about your character when entering NG+ 😊 Hey I know starfield wasn't what people wanted when it came out, but people are giving feedback, Bethesda are doing neat things with it.... most developers abandon their games after launch lets be honest.

Best space game released since Mass Effect... I have now over 3500h invested in this game, and yet I still find new "eastern eggs", new paths... and with this new update, the coming DLC... Starfield is making history !

All I wanted to hear was vehicles we're being added to traverse planets. I hope the vehicle can be loaded and unloaded from the cargo bay.

underrated game ngl

60 FPS on Xbox is Huge, may get me to come back

One thing I really wish they would add to the game is that your crew would talk to each other. The only crew that has any dialogue with each other on the ship is Sam and Cora. It would be a lot more realistic and immersive if they had conversations. In Fallout 4 occasionally the settlers would talk to each other. I don't understand why it is not in Starfield.

It would be nice if they added random POIs in space to give us more of a reason to fly around. They should also add space mining. Ideally, they should at the very least add planet to planet flying, or hide the loading screens in some way. I think these updates are good, and are a good start to fixing the game though.

DAMN, now that’s an update

Personally, I'd love to be able to toggle a landing sequence for planets I've visited before. Just appearing outside my ship makes it feel more like "fast-travel simulator" than a space epic.

Trust Bathesda to be working on a new expansion instead of putting all their efforts into the base game. All these features should've been implemented on release.

So it's all stuff that should've been in at launch to be considered an acceptable game. I definitely played the hell out of it at launch but set it down and never even finished the main quest line. Glad to know it's getting closer to completed and more playable

This looks like it's really going to change the gameplay experience. That dialogue camera is the biggest thing for me personally. Dialogue in Skyrim/FO4 always felt lightyears ahead of the dialogue in Starfield. I hate not being able to walk away (or even pause) at anytime. Big W in my opinion.

Ohh They are working on "more quests" AND "the massive DLC" ... so we are going to get more quests before the DLC releases? :D That would be amazeballs

Girl: So Tim what updates do we have? Tim: What updates? I've been golfing away the profits from those pre-order smooth brains.

Awesome work!! Really been enjoying playing Starfield the last couple of months and this update is like a warm blanket ❤❤

The incremental gameplay difficulty options are fantastic and make so much sense given how players already tweak stuff like that with console commands and small mods. Hope to see stuff like it in all BGS games going forward. Also still very hopeful for a survival-esque game mode that brings back the need to manually fuel starships with Helium 3.