Bethesda has continued to be incredibly tight-lipped about Starfield since the launch of its first DLC back in September 2024. Ahead of the launch of the Shattered Space DLC, Starfield was expected to get annual expansions. However, Bethesda's silence has left some anxious about the space-faring RPG's future.
There were high expectations leading up to Starfield, and while the game has plenty of strong qualities, it has also struggled to hit the same high notes as its predecessors. After Shattered Space met a similarly lukewarm response, there have been questions about how Bethesda intends to improve the next DLC. Some hoped that Starfield would make itself known at the recent Xbox Games Showcase, but the game was surprisingly absent from the event. Now that Bethesda has confirmed that the company will be present at Gamescom, August 19 may finally give Starfield players a long-awaited update.
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Bethesda's Appearance at This Year's Gamescom Could Either Be a Blessing or a Curse for Starfield Players
When is Gamescom 2025?
- The event runs from August 20-24.
Of course, August 19 is the day before Gamescom actually begins, but this day is Opening Night Live, which tends to hold exciting news to kick off the event with a bang. Gamescom sets the stage for major announcements, but Opening Night Live sets the tone. Speculation has been swirling around Starfield, making Bethesda's confirmed place in the Gamescom lineup intriguing.
If Starfield is at Gamescom, Bethesda Hopefully Makes Two Big Announcements
- The name of Starfield's next DLC and release date
- Confirmation of the long-rumored PS5 port
Bethesda originally intended for Starfield to get yearly expansions, and if this is still part of the developer's plan, Gamescom would be the next best place to make such an announcement besides the Xbox Games Showcase. An official title and release date could be revealed, but it may also shed light on the expected PS5 port. Gamescom is one of the biggest gaming events of the year, so it would be surprising if Bethesda showed up with no Starfield news in tow.
Bethesda Keeps its Gamescom Confirmation Low-Key, Sparking Speculation
Keeping up Bethesda's recent quiet streak, the official tweet offers zero information about what fans should expect. While it's exciting to know that the developer will be present, this could also be the beginning of the end for Starfield, if theories of Bethesda slowing down support are proven true.
There is also the possibility that Bethesda could feature other projects, as well. A rumored Fallout 3 remaster has been a hot topic lately, while gamers have been awaiting a fresh update on The Elder Scrolls 6 since 2018.
Starfield's Next DLC Could Be its Last
Of course, until Bethesda officially says something regarding Starfield's next expansion, all conversation about the topic is purely speculation. However, if true, Gamescom could finally bring a DLC announcement, but it may also be the final one that players get to look forward to. As Gamescom draws closer, Bethesda's game plan may become clearer, but that remains to be seen. Starfield's Shattered Space DLC may have been divisive, but there is still the opportunity for Bethesda to bring a stronger expansion to players, so the game can end on a high note.
Bethesda's recent silence might worry some players, but it could also be a sign that developers have been hard at work to ensure the next DLC is a much better experience. There's no way to know for sure, but once Gamescom is closer on the horizon, curious Starfield fans may want to get ready on August 19, because it could be a turning point for the sci-fi RPG.
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The year is 2330. Humanity has ventured beyond our solar system, settling new planets, and living as a spacefaring people. From humble beginnings as a space miner, you will join Constellation – the last group of space explorers seeking rare artifacts throughout the galaxy – and navigate the vast expanse of the Settled Systems in Bethesda Game Studios’ biggest and most ambitious game.
