As the release of Bethesda’s newest role-playing game, Starfield, approaches, gamers all around the world are preparing and gearing up for an immersive space adventure unlike any they’ve experienced before. Set to be released on September 6 for the Xbox Series S/X and PC, Starfield promises a unique and captivating blend of scientific authenticity and creative liberty, dubbed by Bethesda as “NASA punk.”
Adding to the mounting anticipation, the recent Xbox Games Showcase revealed a treasure trove of Starfield-themed Xbox accessories.
At the heart of this collection are the Starfield Edition Xbox Wireless Controller and the Xbox Wireless Headset, stunning embodiments of the game’s retrofuturist aesthetic.
The Starfield Xbox Wireless Controller is a sight to behold, dressed in a sleek matte white with grey, red, gold, and rainbow accents. Priced at $79.99, it’s more than just a standard gamepad. The controller is replete with intricate details, one of the most striking being the translucent analog triggers. This level of customization surpasses what’s usually permitted by the Xbox Design Lab, making it a unique addition to any gamer’s collection.
Accompanying the controller is the Xbox Wireless Headset, which too embodies the game’s distinctive style. In the past, it was available only in black, but this new design now dons the Starfield colors, making for an appealing pair with the said controller. Despite its increased price of $124.99, its detailed design elements and superior audio quality make it a worthy investment for any serious gamer or Starfield enthusiast.
Both these accessories are available for pre-order now, offering an opportunity for players to immerse themselves in their Starfield experience further. Moreover, the Starfield Direct revealed that the design of the wireless controller is inspired by the controls of the player’s ship in the game itself, creating a more immersive gameplay experience.
For roughly $550, you can get the aforementioned accessories and Starfield’s Collector’s Edition. This promises early access to the game by five days and a smartwatch reminiscent of the one available in-game.
This watch, serving as a compass with environmental information for planets, will connect to your smartphone, displaying notifications.
And, while you’re at it, you might as well get the new and improved Xbox Series S, with a 1TB storage, if you still haven’t bought into the Xbox platform yet.
The Starfield Direct gave fans a detailed insight into the upcoming game as well, with fascinating revelations about space combat that allows dogfighting or boarding enemy ships. The game also features the most intricate character creation ever seen in a Bethesda game, with a complex world harboring sinister cults and space cowboys.
Even as Starfield rapidly approaches from the future, the Xbox Games Showcase and Starfield Direct recede into the past. Yet, fans eagerly wait, controllers at the ready, for the day they can finally launch into this enticing new universe.
As the anticipation builds, one thing is for sure; the realm of Starfield is much more than just a game – it’s a grand, cosmic spectacle, waiting to unfold.
