Can Starfield Pull Off a Cyberpunk 2077?

The expansion is also set to introduce new enemy types, adding fresh challenges for seasoned players. Already, it has hinted at two new foes: mysterious Vortex Horrors and the Redeemed, described as spectral human enemies that can return from the dead. These additions promise to shake up combat encounters and add new dimensions to Starfield's gameplay.

Story-wise, Shattered Space appears like it will take a deeper dive into the lore of the Va'ruun religion and the enigmatic Starborn. If true, Shattered Space may even explore multiversal themes, potentially revealing connections between the various factions in the game and the concept of Unity. It may also take the time to further flesh out the Va'ruun, which seemed hastily established in the main story, possibly revealing its true origins and relationship to the Starborn.

Finally, Shattered Space is also hinting at factional conflicts within the expansion's narrative. This could provide players with meaningful choices and new outcomes, enhancing the replay value of the content. Some fans are hoping for the option to join House Va'ruun, potentially gaining a new companion in the process.

Interestingly, the achievement list suggests that players may need to complete the expansion multiple times to unlock everything. This design choice could indicate branching storylines or different faction paths, further increasing the depth and replayability of the content.

With so much going on, it's understandable why Bethesda took its sweet time with Shattered Space–it's aimed at addressing the criticisms of the base game. There's hope that the expansion will showcase a more focused approach to world design, favoring quality over quantity in terms of explorable areas.

Will Shattered Space mark the redemption arc of Starfield, similar to how Phantom Liberty

punctuated

what was the result of CD Projekt RED's years-long hard work trying to save

Cyberpunk 2077

after its initial release in late 2020 that led to a

massive restructuring

within the company?

So far, the early signs indicate that the recent Starfield updates have at least given players a reason to come back.

If Shattered Space delivers, Starfield could experience another player count surge although it remains to be seen if it's enough to make it reach six figures in playercount on Steam again.