One Key Thing Makes Starfield So Much Better On PC

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is one of the biggest Xbox exclusives of this generation, but there's a major reason why playing it on console just can't stack up against the PC experience. The current console generation has made some big strides to catch up with technological advancements available on high-end PCs, with support for features like ray-tracing and increased options for higher framerates and resolutions. That doesn't mean that the playing field is always completely even, however, and graphics aren't the only area where the PC release of a game might be able to outstrip its console counterpart.

The overall response to has been somewhat divisive, with a fair share of ardent champions and determined detractors alike. In some regards, the game manages to translate engaging aspects of Bethesda's game design to the impressive scale of outer space, but compromises, limitations, and repetitive elements make the experience feel less than it could have been. It's always possible that the planned DLC could make some improvements, but if there's anything consistent about Bethesda games, it's that the best fixes tend to come from outside the studio.

The biggest difference between the Xbox Series X/S and PC versions of doesn't come from officially supported features but from the work that the PC community is doing to mod the game. Thanks to tools like Nexus Mod Manager and Vortex, it's easy to install third-party mods on a PC with minimal technological expertise. Many PC players are already comfortable with the process thanks to the extensive popularity of mods for and games, and it's no surprise that has received plenty of support in the months since its September 2023 release.

Many of the best mods for focus on addressing basic shortcomings or rethinking design choices in the interest of overall quality of life. Streamlined inventory menus or configurable UI can save time and heighten immersion, even if they aren't as exciting as total overhaul mods. Other options add support for better