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The world of Starfield, Bethesda's expansive space exploration game, holds many surprises for its players. One player recently stumbled upon an unexpected scene: a fight club involving human NPCs. This article delves into the details of this occurrence and explores the larger conversation surrounding quirks in the game. Unveiling the NPC Fight Club https://www.reddit.com/r/Starfield/comments/16ugdcp/can_anybody_explain_whats_going_on_here/?utm_sourceembedv2&utm_mediumpost_embed&utm_contentwhitespace&embed_host_urlhttps://www.dexerto.com/starfield/starfield-player-stumbles-upon-wild-npc-fight-club-2316974/ A Starfield player recently shared an eye-opening experience on Reddit. In the post, the player revealed that they had encountered a group of human NPCs brawling inside a spaceship. This chaotic event has left the community debating whether it's a bug or an intended feature by Bethesda. Circumstances of the Discovery The player noticed a hostile ship landing near their position. Out of curiosity, the player approached and observed that the back door of the ship opened to reveal a chaotic brawl among NPCs. The fight involved three human NPCs and a "Spacer Beast," leaving the community both confused and intrigued. Community Reactions Responses to the Reddit post ranged from amusement to speculation. While some users questioned if this was a bug, others appreciated the randomness and spontaneity, often a hallmark of Bethesda games. One user humorously remarked, "With Bethesda, you never know," highlighting the developer's reputation for incorporating elements that blur the line between bugs and features. Bethesda's Philosophy on "Jankiness" https://www.reddit.com/r/Starfield/comments/16ja5t6/in_one_of_my_weirdest_bethesda_glitch_experiences/?utm_sourceembedv2&utm_mediumpost_embed&utm_contentwhitespace&embed_host_urlhttps://www.dexerto.com/starfield/starfield-player-stumbles-upon-wild-npc-fight-club-2316974/ Pete Hines, Bethesda’s head of publishing, has spoken about the company’s approach to these so-called "janky" elements in their games. According to Hines, some amount of chaos is intentional, emphasizing that they could make less risky and less buggy games if they chose to but prefer to focus on player freedom. The Line Between Quirk and Bug Bethesda has always occupied a unique space in gaming where bugs sometimes become features. In a game as large and complex as Starfield, glitches are inevitable. However, these do not necessarily subtract from the player experience and often add a layer of unpredictability and fun. Final Thoughts The curious case of the NPC fight club in Starfield sparks discussions on the nature of game development and player experiences. It represents the blurry boundary between what is considered a bug and what becomes a feature in video games, especially in expansive, unpredictable worlds like those created by Bethesda. Also Read:

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Starfield’s Unintentional NPC Fight Club: A Quirk or a Feature?