Since its launch in early September, the much-anticipated space RPG “Starfield” by Bethesda has been garnering substantial attention, both for its in-game elements and a series of controversies brewing in the gaming community. This piece offers a thorough analysis of the ongoing scenarios surrounding this game which has managed to hold the spotlight firmly upon itself.

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Starfield Facing the Brunt of Review-Bombing

As one of 2023’s standout releases, “Starfield” promised to take players on a cosmic-level RPG adventure. Despite the hype and expectations, it seems that the game has unfortunately become the victim of review bombing, a phenomenon where users rate a product extremely low, often without genuine reasons or firsthand experience.

As of the current scenario, “Starfield” has acquired user scores of 5.4 and 6.0 on PC and Xbox Series X platforms, respectively, on Metacritic. These scores appear to be an unreflective assessment of the game’s actual merit. The review-bombing spree seems motivated by various reasons including the game’s option to choose pronouns, as well as the perceived console wars between Xbox and PlayStation. Thus, the mixed reviews on the platform may not serve as a transparent indicator for potential players contemplating the worth of the game.

Alanah Pearce Faces Unwarranted Criticism from a PlayStation Fan

In a related development, a PlayStation fan expressed their discontent with Alanah Pearce, one of the writers for the forthcoming “God of War Ragnarok”, who is currently employed at Santa Monica Studio. The grievance stemmed from Pearce’s decision to play “Starfield” and stream it on Twitch, which according to the fan, is indicative of Pearce’s lack of loyalty and seriousness towards PlayStation.

Responding to the criticism, Pearce uploaded a video on her YouTube channel elucidating the interconnected nature of the gaming industry. She emphasized that professionals frequently transition between Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox studios, illustrating the non-existent nature of “console wars” within the industry circle. Pearce affirmed that the primary interest of developers, including herself, is to relish playing video games without concerning about the creators behind them. Moreover, she clarified that she had never encountered any restrictions regarding playing games from different publishers and platforms during her tenure at PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo.

Encountering Lighter Moments in Starfield

Moving away from the controversies, players have also witnessed lighter moments within the “Starfield” gaming environment. In a humorous interaction with Vasco, the in-game Constellation’s robot, a player was humorously “roasted”. As per the player’s account on Reddit, Vasco’s response to the query about knowing any human jokes was both unexpected and amusing, adding a layer of humor and personality to the game’s NPC interactions.

Unusual Loot Locations in Starfield

Adding to the surprises within the game, players have discovered unconventional locations to find loot, one of which is a toilet. During a live streaming session, the streamer and content creator Blurbs found med packs ingeniously hidden inside a toilet, a place least expected for loot to be placed. This discovery, facilitated by using a towel to maintain hygiene, added an element of surprise and quirkiness to the loot finding experience in “Starfield”, showcasing Bethesda’s penchant for infusing creativity in game dynamics.

Conclusion

As “Starfield” continues its journey in the gaming industry, it is accompanied by a spectrum of reactions from the community, ranging from criticisms and controversies to appreciations for its in-game interactions and features. It stands as a testament to the ever-evolving dynamics of the gaming world, highlighting the multifaceted nature of user responses and experiences. It remains to be seen how the journey of “Starfield” unfolds in the coming times, promising a series of developments that would continue to engage the gaming community at various levels.

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