As the much-anticipated release of Starfield approaches, AMD and Bethesda are treating enthusiasts to an enthralling display of creativity, merging the game’s universe with modern PC design, thanks to modsbyben, a remarkable custom PC designer. This Starfield-themed PC is no mere system. It’s a fusion of Bethesda’s interstellar vision and a maestro’s craftsmanship, and honestly, it makes regular PCs seem a tad pedestrian.
Picture this: A typical day with your plain-Jane computer housed in a white metal box. It does the job but lacks panache. Then, a visual from YouTuber modsbyben emerges, showcasing an official, one-off Starfield-themed masterpiece. Just like that, your computer feels slightly drab. But it’s more than just a case of PC envy. This creation is emblematic of Starfield’s charm and the game’s potential impact on the player community.
In a candid video, Benito Quintanilla (aka modsbyben), whose expertise is apparent in his past creations, dives deep into this project’s inception. Commissioned by AMD in conjunction with Bethesda for this year’s QuakeCon, this PC is less of a technological tool and more of a breathtaking sci-fi sculpture. It isn’t a computer and more akin to a space entity from Starfield’s world. In the very essence of the game, where players get to craft their spacecraft, this PC appears as if it could be docked in a Starfield hangar.
However, the beauty isn’t limited to aesthetics. Nestled inside is the rare Starfield-themed Radeon RX 7900 XTX GPU from AMD, revealed at QuakeCon. As Quintanilla merged 3D printed panels, automotive and acrylic paints, this piece of tech-art became a harmonious blend of Bethesda’s design aesthetics and Quintanilla’s visionary craft. Unfortunately, much like Starfield for years, it remains elusive – this piece of art isn’t for sale, it’s merely a showpiece meant for QuakeCon.
This collaboration goes beyond just a custom build. AMD has secured its role as Starfield’s official GPU partner, hinting at the deep integration of the game’s tech needs with AMD’s prowess. Such partnerships inevitably raise the bar of gaming experiences, pushing boundaries and setting newer benchmarks.
Of course, this decision hasn’t exactly gone well with fans, with AMD being criticized for pushing unnecessarily high PC requirements for Starfield in an effort to push its more expensive offerings.
For the uninitiated, Starfield is not just another game in the vast universe of space-themed role-playing games. Since its announcement at E3 2018 by Bethesda, it promised intricate space exploration and stellar graphics. A promise that has kept fans, including passionate PC modders, on their toes. As we inch closer to its launch on September 6 (with an Early Access period starting on September 1 for Premium Edition holders), the excitement is undeniable. From limited edition graphic cards to themed controllers, Starfield has permeated every gamer’s wish list.
However, there’s more than just merchandise stirring the waters. The game is already charting as a best-seller on Steam, presumably capable of unseating Baldur’s Gate 3 as one of the platform’s best-selling games of all time.
Starfield, with its custom PC builds, limited-edition graphics cards, and pre-launch lore drops, is a living and breathing phenomenon – a movement that integrates gaming culture, PC mod artistry, and fandom passion. It’s an ode to what games can achieve, not just in their virtual worlds but also in the real, tangible universe of the players.
While most of us might not have the Starfield-themed PC by modsbyben gracing our desks, we can all partake in the game’s allure. The galactic adventures await, and as Bethesda, a gaming behemoth known for masterpieces like the Elder Scrolls and Fallout, ventures into this new frontier, it promises to be nothing short of spectacular.
The stage is set, the universe beckons, and gamers worldwide are all set to embark on what might be the most iconic space odyssey of this generation.
