Recently, rumors have emerged about the possible arrival of Starfield on the PlayStation 5 console, although Microsoft has not officially confirmed this information. According to some rumors, the announcement for PS5 is expected to take place in 2026. This news coincides with the growing trend of Xbox first-party games, such as the aforementioned Bethesda RPG, being ported to Sony’s console.
Also on Switch 2
Starfield, released in 2023, is currently available only for PC and Xbox Series X|S, which has generated expectations among players on other platforms. The same source suggested that the game could debut on PS5 in spring 2026, along with a potential second expansion called ‘Terran Armada,’ whose name was hinted at by Bethesda in a commemorative video for the second anniversary of the title in September.
Additionally, the possibility that Starfield may also see a release on the Switch 2, during the same year has been raised. This strategy suggests a broader approach by Xbox towards compatibility with other platforms, given that there have been successful releases of Xbox titles on rival systems, as is the case with the upcoming Indiana Jones game that will arrive on Switch 2 next year.
It is interesting to note that, earlier this year, Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, did not rule out the possibility of Starfield coming to PS5, which suggests a shift in the company’s stance regarding the openness of its titles to other platforms. Undoubtedly, the future of Starfield and its availability on different systems are at the center of the conversation among players and the video game industry.