As anticipation builds for the highly anticipated *The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered*, Bethesda has delivered an unexpected update for *Starfield*. This surprise patch introduces a ‘Very Low’ display setting aimed at enhancing performance on less powerful devices, along with expanded support for Creations (mods). Additionally, the update addresses issues related to quests, vehicles, the user interface, and the Shattered Space DLC.
Currently available via Steam beta, PC players can opt into this update. In a statement on their website, Bethesda encouraged users to provide feedback and shared the patch notes below:
Although this update focuses primarily on adding minor features and fixing bugs, *Starfield* players are still eagerly awaiting news of potential DLC. Launched in September 2023, *Starfield* marked Bethesda’s first wholly original IP in 25 years. Despite reaching 15 million players, it did not receive the same acclaim as titles in the *Elder Scrolls* and *Fallout* series, with the *Shattered Space* expansion receiving mixed reviews on Steam.
Despite concerns over Bethesda’s commitment, the company has assured fans that they have "exciting plans" for *Starfield* this year. At the time of writing, Bethesda remains dedicated to supporting the game, with at least one more story expansion planned following *Shattered Space*. During an interview with *MrMattyPlays* on YouTube, Todd Howard, director of Bethesda Game Studios, expressed ambitions to release an annual story expansion for *Starfield* moving forward.
In March, rumors intensified about a possible PlayStation 5 release for *Starfield* after fans noticed a PlayStation logo on Bethesda’s official Creations website. Although the logo was attached to a work-in-progress ship decal for *Starfield* and later removed, fans speculated that the PC and Xbox-exclusive title might soon debut on PS5.
Starfield Update 1.15.214 Patch Notes
Features
- Added 'Very Low' display settings to optimize performance on lower-end devices.
- Creation Kit: Creators can now add new icons to the game.
- Creations Store now supports bundling Creations.
- Creation Kit: Creations up to 2GB in size can now be uploaded.
Bug Fixes
General
- Creations: Fixed a potential error when restoring load order with numerous installed and subsequently deleted mods.
- Creation Kit: Resolved a possible crash when loading plugins with ingredient forms.
- Addressed a control lock issue when switching views while seated in a pilot seat during landing.
- Resolved a rare movement lock during forced dialogue scenes.
- Fixed a control lock that occurred when disabling a vehicle Creation tied to a loaded save.
- Addressed a rare control lock when opening a menu immediately after loading a save during takeoff.
- Resolved an issue preventing exit from the vanity camera (PC).
- Fixed a possible crash related to moving or removing buildings at the Main Outpost in Andraphon.
- Resolved a rare crash upon entering the Unity.
- Addressed an issue causing some quicksaves to be removed when rapidly pressing quicksave.
- General crash and stability fixes.
- Creations UI fixes and improvements.
Gameplay
- Skill persistence: The Cargo Link and Robots build limits from Outpost Management skills now persist after passing through the Unity.
- Weapons: The Space-Adept legendary effect no longer applies a negative modifier to terrestrial damage.
- Gameplay Options: Fixed an issue preventing cargo access in some interiors.
- Clarified status effects text for Malnourished and Hydrated.
- Grav jumping issue resolved after being hailed in Freestar or UC space.
- Resolved an issue with missiles preventing XP awards.
- Player placement issue fixed when installing a new creation and loading a save into the UC Vigilance.
- Issue addressed where creatures could move to water if stuck.
- Fixed an issue where dropped items lost their stolen status.
- At Hell's Gate: The Crucible Blade no longer damages ships in orbit when used inside a ship.
- Correct audio playback for the Crucible Blade after loading a save or fast traveling.
- Bounty Board audio interactions now functional in Tracker's Alliance HQ.
Graphics
- Updated resolutions to include 32:9 and 32:10, along with additional 16:9, 16:10, and 21:9 resolutions.
- Performance: Resolved frame rate drops when opening the scanner during long play sessions.
- Celestial bodies remain visible in the sky after entering and exiting interiors.
Quests
- All That Money Can Buy: Fixed a rare issue with the Trade Tower elevator becoming inoperable.
- In Memoriam: Addressed an issue preventing quest completion when completing "At Hell's Gate" with Sarah as a companion.
- Perfect Recipe: Shonda recovers if downed while collecting Ashta meat.
- The Starjacker: Adjusted dialogue options after entering the Unity.
- Top of the L.I.S.T.: Resolved a control lock after selling survey data to Phil Hill.
- Trackers Alliance: Fixed an issue causing bounty scanner quests to timeout.
- Worlds Apart: Prevented the player from leaving planets too quickly after exiting temples.
Locations
- Mannequins persist as intended in the New Atlantis Penthouse.
- Player can now modify shelves and cabinets in the Core Manor in Akila City.
- Resolved an issue preventing scanning of some flora.
- At Hell's Gate: Plasma Research Facility now visible on the surface map.
- Visible opening fixed in the Deserted Biotics Lab.
- Vent Hazards now correctly displayed on Jemison.
UI
- Ship Builder: Resolved an issue with the ship upgrade menu when only one module is available for upgrade.
- Addressed a selection issue when using large fonts in the Ship Builder.
- Ship Decoration: Updated empty ship module names.
- All buttons now functional in the Vehicle Builder menu with large fonts enabled.
- Localization: Dehydrated debuff text no longer cut off in Spanish and Polish with large fonts enabled.
- Localized bounty boards in Tracker's Alliance HQ consistently.
- Localized strings for Hydrated and Dehydrated status effects regarding sneak attacks.
Vehicle
- Keyboard binding available for the boost button (PC).
- Vehicle marker now visible on the player's compass.
- Resolved a camera issue for players with maxed-out Surveying skills.
- Improved logic for exiting vehicles when partially obstructed.
- Vehicle now deploys at locations other than spaceports or landing pads.
- Addressed a visible artifact with the Rev-8 when boosting in foggy conditions.
Shattered Space
- Va'ruun outpost modules now accessible after entering the Unity.
- Killing enemies inside gravity bubbles on Dazra now counts toward the Gymnastics skill.
- Addressed an issue with lift buttons on the Mourning level in Dazra.
- Penumbra deals bonus headshot damage.
- Performance: Addressed slight stutters in the Well and outside Dazra.
- Va'Ruun Schimaz's blade no longer pixelated on the Data Menu.
- Lens flare flicker fixed with the Citadel on Dazra.
- Zealous Overreach: Adjusted Mirek’s dialogue options for characters who have passed through the Unity.
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