M. C

I had eagerly awaited the release of Starfield for years, fueled by the hype generated by online critics and the promises made by Bethesda Game Studios. However, after finally getting my hands on this spacefaring adventure, I can't help but feel utterly disappointed. It's clear that the glowing reviews were either paid for or written by people with low standards. Starfield is plagued by a myriad of bugs and glitches that make it nearly unplayable. From characters floating in mid-air to ships randomly disappearing, it's clear that Bethesda didn't bother with proper quality assurance. It's as if they released an alpha version and slapped a full-price tag on it. For a game that's supposed to be centered around exploration, the universe of Starfield feels surprisingly empty and lifeless. The planets lack diversity, and the barren landscapes quickly become tedious. There's nothing engaging or immersive about the worlds you'll visit. The story, which was promised to be epic, falls flat on its face. It's clichéd and lacks any depth or emotional engagement. It feels like a recycled plot from a B-list sci-fi movie with uninspiring characters to match. The AI in Starfield is laughably bad. NPCs have the intelligence of a potato, often getting stuck in walls or behaving erratically. It breaks immersion and makes the game world feel artificial and unconvincing. Disastrous Performance: Even on high-end gaming rigs, Starfield struggles to maintain a stable frame rate. The optimization is abysmal, leading to constant frame drops and crashes, making it impossible to enjoy the game in its current state.