Starfield: Shattered Space Expansion Faces Mixed Reviews and Low Engagement

Despite its narrative focus, the new DLC has struggled to captivate players and achieve high ratings.

Starfield: Shattered Space introduces a new planet with deep societal conflicts and moral choices, but lacks the expansive exploration typical of the main game.
The DLC has received a lukewarm response, reflected in a Metascore of 57 and low player engagement numbers on platforms like Steam and Xbox.
Critics highlight the emotional depth of side quests but note that the main storyline lacks complexity and feels predictable.
Bethesda's Emil Pagliarulo defends Starfield's unique position alongside Fallout and The Elder Scrolls, despite its mixed reception.
Players express disappointment over the DLC's limited new content and high price, questioning Bethesda's future investment in the series.