PS5 players frustrated by glitches and frequent game crashes in Starfield.

The highly anticipated launch of Artemis II was a smashing success, much to the delight of gamers everywhere. However, the same cannot be said for Bethesda's latest release, Starfield. Once again, they have chosen not to send out review copies, causing a stir among fans who are unhappy with the game's performance on the PS5.

As expected, we were not given review copies of Starfield on the PS5 when it was released last week. This is not surprising, as Bethesda has never been keen on providing review copies in the past. They even refused to send out copies of the Xbox and PC versions to certain UK outlets, including Eurogamer and The Guardian, back in 2023.

Based on the lack of reviews on Metacritic, it seems that we were not the only ones excluded this time around. It's not hard to understand why, especially considering Bethesda's track record with bugs and glitches. The original versions of Starfield were actually quite good in this regard, with decent performance.

However, fans have noticed that the PS5 version is significantly worse, with serious issues such as bugs and crashes. Many fans have taken to the internet to voice their frustration. One Reddit user, ShogunRaw, started a thread titled 'Base PS5 crashing getting out of hand, it's unplayable'.

They shared their experience of experiencing crashes every two minutes, despite trying various solutions such as deleting saves and adjusting performance settings. Other players have echoed similar sentiments, with some even calling for refunds. In addition to player complaints, an expert gaming analysis newsletter, the GameCentral, has also reported on the game's issues.

They provide a unique take on the week in gaming, along with the latest reviews and more. Readers can sign up to receive this newsletter every Saturday morning. Several players have shared their experiences on Reddit, with one user, colinrabb, stating that they experienced consistent crashing while scanning and exploring, even on the PS5 Pro with visual mode set to 60fps.

Another user, Alpha_Omega_Grave, mentioned that their game crashes straight to the dashboard, even after trying all the recommended fixes. The word "unplayable" has been used frequently by players, such as Left_Worldliness6174, who shared that they have experienced over 20 crashes and freezes since the game's launch. Jumpy-Web6641 also highlighted that they have never experienced crashes or freezes on their PlayStation consoles before, and they believe this is a bug or optimization issue.

They suggest submitting a ticket to Bethesda support for assistance. One possible reason for the PS5 version's poor performance could be due to the game's simultaneous release with significant new DLC. The combination of the new version and DLC may have created unforeseen problems.

On the other hand, the game currently has a high rating of 4.29/5 on the PlayStation Store. However, it's worth noting that we couldn't find any game with a particularly low score, even the notoriously terrible Code Violet has an above average score of 2.84. It's unclear if this means the problems are not as widespread as Reddit makes it seem or if PlayStation Store users are simply more generous with their reviews.

It's also worth mentioning that The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered faced similar complaints, although not as severe as Starfield on the PS5. Despite this, it still went on to sell millions, and Bethesda never acknowledged any issues with the game. For those who want to share their thoughts on this matter, you can reach out to us via email, leave a comment below, or follow us on Twitter.

To make it easier for readers to submit inbox letters and reader's features, we have a "Submit Stuff" page that eliminates the need to send an email. We welcome your feedback and contributions to our content. In conclusion, while the new DLC may have added to the game's problems, it's clear that Starfield on the PS5 is not living up to expectations.

Whether the issues are widespread or not, it's evident that many players are facing significant problems with the game. Only time will tell if Bethesda will address these issues and provide a satisfactory solution.