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Starfield Launching on PS5 in 2026 After Delay

8/2/2025

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Starfield will make its highly anticipated debut on PS5 in Spring 2026, coinciding with its second major expansion. Originally slated for 2025, the delay comes after the underwhelming performance of the first expansion, Shattered Space. This strategic shift reflects Xbox's aim to maximize revenue by bringing popular titles to competing platforms, paving the way for Bethesda's growth.

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Starfield will make its highly anticipated debut on PS5 in Spring 2026, coinciding with its second major expansion. Originally slated for 2025, the delay comes after the underwhelming performance of the first expansion, Shattered Space. This strategic shift reflects Xbox's aim to maximize revenue by bringing popular titles to competing platforms, paving the way for Bethesda's growth.