Starfield Update Drops, Mod Group Expands, More DLC Coming

Starfield receives a substantial update alongside the achievement-compatible "Watchtower" Creation from renowned modding team Kinggath Creations, offering new narrative content to bridge the gap until Bethesda announces its next expansion and potential PlayStation 5 release.

New Official-Grade Content Arrives

The professional RPG modding studio behind Fallout 4's acclaimed Sim Settlements series delivers a fully-voiced storyline expansion featuring new factions and quests. Bethesda officially endorses this Creation, even showcasing it through their marketing channels with a dedicated trailer.

Watchtower, a brand new achievement-friendly Creation by our friends at @KinggathCreates, is available now in #Starfield's Creations menu. https://t.co/EuHtjq85X4 pic.twitter.com/3NemADzLOY

— Bethesda Game Studios (@BethesdaStudios) May 22, 2025

Technical Improvements Abound

The latest patch introduces significant infrastructure upgrades, expanding Creation support to accommodate 2GB mod packages alongside numerous quality-of-life enhancements. The update delivers fixes spanning questlines, vehicle mechanics, UI elements, and Shattered Space DLC content, plus introduces Very Low graphics settings for improved performance on budget systems.

Anticipation Builds for June Showcase

Despite these updates, the Starfield community anxiously awaits news about the upcoming expansion and long-rumored PS5 version during Microsoft's anticipated Xbox showcase this June. The space RPG, Bethesda's first original IP in 25 years upon its 2023 debut, continues evolving beyond its initially mixed reception.

Following its milestone of 15 million players, Bethesda reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Starfield in June 2024, promising annual story expansions beyond the Shattered Space DLC. Studio director Todd Howard emphasized this ongoing support during an interview with prominent YouTube creator MrMattyPlays.

PlayStation Speculation Intensifies

Recent discoveries of PlayStation branding within Bethesda's Creation platform reignited discussions about potential multi-platform expansion. While Microsoft maintains exclusivity for first-party titles, the appearance—and subsequent removal—of PS5 indicators suggests potential platform expansion considerations behind the scenes.

With the Xbox Games Showcase approaching on June 8, players hope for simultaneous announcements regarding both new narrative content and broader platform availability. This potential dual reveal could reinvigorate interest in Bethesda's cosmic RPG during a crowded gaming season.

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May 2025 Update Highlights

Features

• New Very Low graphics preset for performance optimization
• Creation Kit now supports custom icon implementation
• Creations Store introduces bundle support
• Increased maximum Creation size to 2GB

Notable Fixes

• Resolved control locks during dialogue sequences and piloting
• Fixed cargo access issues in specific interiors
• Corrected legendary weapon effect discrepancies
• Addressed physics anomalies with dropped items and creatures
• Improved localization across multiple languages
• Enhanced vehicle deployment logic and camera behavior
• Optimized performance in Shattered Space environments