In the world of popular Twitch streamer, and gaming celebrity, Shroud, one wish has been granted; “More Starfield bugs!”
Earlier this week, Shroud tweeted his wish for more Starfield bugs, the highly anticipated title from Microsoft Studios. Shroud’s plea has been answered – a deluge of bugs and glitches have been reported in the game.
The bugs span a range of issues, from minor graphical problems to game-breaking glitches. Some players are reporting crashes in-game, while others are experiencing invisible walls. The issue has been so pervasive that many players are reporting being unable to progress in the game.
Dismay has now been replaced with enthusiasm as Starfield fans are predicting that there is a chance that the game’s remaining bugs and glitches could be addressed and fixed ahead of the game’s official release. Although this remains to be seen, Starfield looks set to benefit from an extensive period of testing and tuning prior to launch.
The news has also had a positive effect on Starfield’s pre-order sales. Many fans pre-ordered the game before the bug reports began to surface, and for those who were still on the fence, the reports have only served to strengthen their interest in the game.
Whilst games bugs and glitches are never welcome, the response to the bug reports from the Starfield community has been largely positive. The reports have given the game a level of legitimacy that it would not otherwise have had, and the knowledge that the game is going through such a rigorous stress test ahead of launch has been a source of comfort for some players.
As for Shroud, his wish for more Starfield bugs has certainly come true. Only time will tell if the game will be able to iron out its issues before the title’s official launch window in mid-November.
