Starfield has surpassed Skyrim in terms of the number of players playing simultaneously on Steam. According to SteamDB, Starfield reached a peak with 330,723 players on Sunday, surpassing Skyrim’s record of 287,411 concurrent players set around 12 years ago.
This milestone is significant because Skyrim is widely acknowledged as one of the iconic video games, in history. The accomplishment of Starfield not emphasizes its success, but also brings attention to the increasing popularity of space exploration games, within the gaming community.
Why Starfield Is Shining Brighter Than Skyrim
There are many reasons why Starfield was able to attract more players simultaneously compared to Skyrim. Firstly, Starfield is a new release, which means it is still generating a lot of excitement among gamers. The game itself is also quite ambitious, with an intricately designed world that invites players to embark on epic adventures.
Bethesda has built an incredible hype around the game and excited gamers around the universe with about 1,000+ planets one can explore. Starfield also teases more customizability for players and lets them immerse themselves in an individual experience.
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Additionally, the fact that Starfield is available, on both PC and Xbox platforms expands its player base whereas Skyrim was initially released exclusively for PC.
Although Starfield’s accomplishment is undeniably impressive it is still soon to determine if it will achieve the long-lasting impact, as Skyrim. Nevertheless, the game’s successful launch bodes well for Bethesda.
Critical Acclaim and Unique Identity
In addition to its impressive concurrent player count, Starfield has garnered acclaim from critics, particularly for its breathtaking visuals, immersive gameplay, and captivating narrative. Some critics have drawn parallels between Starfield and Skyrim, deeming the former a spiritual successor. In many ways it should be considered a good thing that the two games are being compared, since Skyrim was so well received by gamers.
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However, some people believe that Starfield has its character and should be acknowledged based on its individual merits.
The success of Starfield serves as evidence of the growing fascination with space exploration in games. In times, games like No Man’s Sky and Elite Dangerous have showcased the genre’s popularity and ability to captivate a range of gamers.
As Starfield continues its celestial journey through the gaming cosmos, its evolving player base and lasting impact will be closely monitored. Be sure to share your thoughts on comments, and stay tuned for the latest updates on Starfield’s space adventures!
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