BRUSSELS: “Starfield,” one of the most highly anticipated video games in recent years, makes its global debut on Wednesday with the hype and production standards of a Hollywood blockbuster. Microsoft has a multi-billion-dollar stake in its success.
This ever-evolving game represents the tech giant’s effort to solidify its player base within the Xbox subscription service, following substantial investments in the gaming sector, which is valued at $200 billion worldwide.
“Starfield” is a sprawling, universe-spanning, role-playing sci-fi game created by the US-based studio Bethesda, which Microsoft acquired as part of a $7.5 billion deal in 2020, aimed at enhancing Xbox’s appeal in competition with Sony’s PlayStation.
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Anticipation for “Starfield” has been fueled by an impressive Metacritic rating of 87 out of 100, based on early play-throughs by both critics and players.
