Starfield's Next Adventure Lost in Space? Rumours Point to a 2026 Arrival
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Rumours suggest *Starfield's* next DLC might be delayed until 2026, leaving players wondering if Bethesda can reignite interest in their space RPG, but the active modding community might just save the day (or the galaxy).
Right, so Starfield's 'Shattered Space' DLC didn't exactly shatter any records, did it? Apparently, Bethesda's feeling the pressure to deliver something truly stellar (pun absolutely intended) with their next expansion. But here's the rub, mate: whispers are going around that we might not see it until 2026.
According to *Game Rant*, this rumour mill started churning thanks to known leaker NateTheHate, who dropped the bombshell on ResetEra. In response to a user query about future *Starfield* content, NateTheHate responded by stating that another DLC expansion is still to come -- though it doesn't seem like it'll make 2025 at this point.
Now, before you start launching your spaceships into the nearest black hole in frustration, let's unpack this a bit. *Starfield*, Bethesda's ambitious spacefaring RPG, launched with a galaxy of expectations back in September 2023. While initial reactions were pretty positive, the Steam reviews eventually settled on a 'Mixed' rating. Ouch. The procedural generation, intended to create a vast and explorable universe, left some players longing for the handcrafted charm of classic Bethesda titles like *Fallout* and *The Elder Scrolls*. (Remember stumbling upon that random shack in *Fallout 3* and finding a mini-nuke? Good times.)
Then came 'Shattered Space' in September 2024, a valiant attempt to reignite the *Starfield* flame. It aimed to recapture that classic Bethesda feel, but sadly, it barely registered on the player count charts. Which begs the question: is Bethesda losing faith in *Starfield*?
Well, not entirely, it seems. Windows Central's Jez Corden mentioned on a podcast that Bethesda's "core teams right now are working on Starfield DLC and also Elder Scrolls 6," also confirming *Fallout 5* is fully greenlit. So, they're still throwing resources at it, but perhaps the development is taking longer than expected. Considering the, ahem, *mixed* reception of the base game and the lukewarm response to 'Shattered Space', they probably want to make sure this next DLC hits the mark.
NateTheHate's track record is fairly solid, claiming *Starfield* was heading to PS5 - a claim that was supported by other industry insiders, and is looking likely to be proven true. A missed release window might not be the end of the world. Think of it as Bethesda taking the time to properly brew a potion of awesome rather than rushing out a half-baked concoction that leaves everyone with a bad taste.
Let's not forget the incredibly active *Starfield* modding community. Seriously, these folks are wizards. They're already creating content that rivals, and in some cases, surpasses, the official stuff. So, even if Bethesda pulls the plug eventually, the modders might just keep *Starfield* alive and kicking for years to come. That's the magic of community, right there.
So, while the potential delay of the next *Starfield* DLC might sting a bit, let's stay cautiously optimistic. Maybe Bethesda's cooking up something truly special. And if all else fails, there's always the modding community to keep us exploring the cosmos. Because in the end, isn't that what gaming is all about? Besides, 2026 isn’t *that* far away...is it? (Please don't answer that.)
Tags: Starfield, Bethesda, DLC, Rumors, Modding
Original article: Game Rant