Starfield on PS5 Was Inevitable, Says Bethesda

by Bruno Pferd March 17, 2026

written by Bruno Pferd March 17, 2026

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Starfield is releasing on PlayStation 5 on April 7, 2026.
The PS5 release includes a major free update called Free Lanes, the Shattered Space expansion, and a new story DLC called Terran Armada.
A Premium Edition of Starfield on PS5 will be available for $70, including both the Shattered Space and Terran Armada expansions.
The PS5 version of Starfield represents the most comprehensive update to the game since its initial launch, making it the most complete version to date.

Starfield Expands to PS5 with Free Lanes, Shattered Space, and Terran Armada (April 2026)

Bethesda Game Studios’ Todd Howard has confirmed that Starfield will launch on PlayStation 5 on April 7, 2026, accompanied by a major free update called “Free Lanes.” The PS5 release will also include the Shattered Space expansion and a new story DLC called Terran Armada. Howard told IGN that a PS5 port was always planned, stating, “We’ve always wanted to do it… We have a great relationship with PlayStation.” A Premium Edition of Starfield on PS5 will be available both digitally and physically for $70, including both the Shattered Space and Terran Armada expansions. The Terran Armada DLC can also be purchased separately for $10. According to Bethesda, the PS5 version of Starfield represents the most comprehensive update to the game since its initial launch, making it the most complete version to date.

In Case You Missed It

Before you log off, don’t miss these two fantastic insights from Players for Life! First, Marcus Thompson explores Bethesda’s exciting plans for Starfield in his March 17th post, ‘Starfield is a Game for Many Years Ahead’. He discusses the upcoming April 7th expansion and the promise of ongoing support and additional story expansions. It’s not just an update; it’s another step in the game’s journey! Starfield is a Game for Many Years Ahead

But wait, there’s more! Bruno Pferd has just dropped an insightful piece on ‘Starfield Revived with NVIDIA DLSS 5 and Todd Howard Catches AI Train’, also published March 17th. Dive in to explore how this groundbreaking AI-based graphics architecture is set to transform not only Starfield but future Bethesda games too. The discussion on potential impacts and reassurances from Nvidia make it a must-read! Starfield Revived with NVIDIA DLSS 5 and Todd Howard Catches AI Train

In more gaming news, mark your calendars for April 7th as Bethesda’s sprawling space epic, Starfield, touches down on PlayStation 5! Sophie Laurent’s eagerly awaited piece, published March 17th, promises an immersive RPG experience with a vast galaxy ripe for exploration. Priced at R$249, the PS5 version includes all major updates and introduces a terrestrial vehicle called Rev-8. Plus, it’s set to leverage the DualSense controller’s adaptive triggers for enhanced gameplay! So, if you’re eager to boldly go where no gamer has gone before, check out Sophie’s insightful piece here Starfield Lands on PlayStation 5 April 7th.