Starfields space travel is boring - The Outer Worlds shows Bethesda how its done

short-reviews Nov 18, 2025

In the grand tradition of playing the latest Obsidian game and thinking about how Bethesda would have done it worse, or better, The Outer Worlds 2 has got me thinking a lot about its same-publisher cousin Starfield which, for reasons, has left a lot to be desired. The space travel in Starfield feels tedious and uninspired, lacking the dynamic exploration of its predecessor. - Combat lacks the depth that made The Outer Worlds engaging. - Quests often feel repetitive, diminishing the overall experience. The Outer Worlds masterfully blended humor with narrative choices, a feat Starfield struggles to replicate. Overall, Obsidian continues to show how to craft an engaging universe while Bethesda stumbles in its execution. Read more

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