Bethesda's highly anticipated space RPG, 'Starfield', will allegedly be making its way onto the PlayStation 5 in 2026, as per recent reports.
Starfield, the highly-anticipated space epic from Bethesda, has made a splashy debut, becoming the publisher's most played launch title ever, thanks in part to its availability on Game Pass. Now, a new report from MP1st suggests that the game will make its way to another platform – the PlayStation 5 – in the spring of 2026.
The news is surprising, given that Microsoft, the current owner of Bethesda, has previously cited Starfield as a game that would remain exclusive to their platforms. However, Microsoft's multiplatform release strategy for games has proven successful, and this move could be a testament to that strategy's success.
The report also hints at a second expansion for Starfield, which is expected to release simultaneously with the PS5 version. This development comes after the lukewarm reception of the game's first expansion, Shattered Space, which was released in September 2024 and was not well-received by the majority of players.
Despite the mixed reviews, Starfield managed to secure an 83 Metacritic score, which, while lower than most other Bethesda games, is still impressive for a AAA title. However, user scores were even lower, reflecting the more critical feedback from players.
Some fans have expressed disappointment that Bethesda is focusing on Starfield rather than the long-awaited Elder Scrolls VI. However, Bethesda has confirmed continued support for Starfield and intends to release annual story expansions for the foreseeable future.
In the past year, Xbox has become the number one publisher of games on PlayStation, and the release of Starfield on PS5 is a significant move for both companies. It remains to be seen how the game will perform on the platform, but given its status as a Bethesda title, it is predicted to do well.
MP1st has accurately reported on Xbox stories ahead of their official announcements, such as the Oblivion Remastered and Persona 4 Remake reveals, so players can trust in the accuracy of this report.
As we approach the spring of 2026, fans of Starfield will be eagerly awaiting the game's arrival on the PlayStation 5. While an exact release date has not been confirmed, we can be sure that Starfield's second expansion will also be released around the same time. Here's to hoping that this expansion will be a hit with fans and improve upon the issues found in the first expansion.
The upcoming Starfield expansion is expected to release simultaneously with the PlayStation 5 version, offering an opportunity for players on this platform to enjoy the game's further entertainment offerings. Meanwhile, Microsoft's decision to release Starfield on the PlayStation 5, despite initially citing it as an exclusive title, reflects their flexible multiplatform release strategy for games, which has previously proven successful.
