“Guide to Accessing Starfield Early and its Release Timing
Starfield’s Early Access phase is now official, giving a select group of gamers an opportunity to dive into the universe almost a week prior to the general public release. If you’re eager to board your starship at the earliest, we’ve detailed the key information for you. Learn about the steps to gain early access to Starfield and the advantage it offers in terms of time. Continue reading for a comprehensive overview on accessing Starfield before its widespread release.
How to get Starfield Early Access
Starfield Early Access is exclusively available to purchasers of the Premium Edition or Constellation Edition of Starfield. These are pricier versions of the game. Below is a rundown of what each edition offers and its pricing:
Starfield Premium Edition ($100/£100, available in digital or physical)
- Base Game
- Maximum of 5 days Early Access
- “Old Mars Skin Pack” featuring alternate designs for Laser Cutter, Deep Mining Helmet, and Deep Mining Pack
- Shattered Space Story Expansion (available upon launch)
- “Constellation Skin Pack” offering different designs for Equinox Laser Rifle, Spacesuit, Helmet, and Boost Pack
- Access to Starfield Digital Artbook & Original Soundtrack
Starfield Constellation Edition ($300/£250, only in physical format)
- Base Game
- Maximum of 5 days Early Access
- “Old Mars Skin Pack” featuring alternate designs for Laser Cutter, Deep Mining Helmet, and Deep Mining Pack
- Shattered Space Story Expansion (available upon launch)
- “Constellation Skin Pack” offering different designs for Equinox Laser Rifle, Spacesuit, Helmet, and Boost Pack
- Access to Starfield Digital Artbook & Original Soundtrack
- Collectible Steelbook Case
- Exclusive Constellation Patch
- Starfield Chronomark Watch with its Case
- Unique Credit Stick with a Laser-Engraved Game Code
Clearly, obtaining Early Access demands a higher investment than the standard game. However, the additional content and collectibles provided might be enticing for many gamers.
When does Early Access for Starfield unlock and when can I play it?
Bethesda’s promotional content indicates that Starfield Early Access will begin “Up to 5 days” before its official release. However, they also note that the actual playing time might be influenced by the purchase date, potential outages, and relevant time zone variations. Barring any significant changes, this suggests that Early Access players can expect to start their Starfield experience on 1 September 2023.
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