April 7 will be a big day for Bethesda and Starfield as the space opera is all set to make its way to PlayStation consoles. The occasion will also be marked with the launch of the Free Lanes update that will be available to everyone.
That’s not all, but let’s first find out when you’ll be able to play the game on your PS5 and enjoy all the new content.
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Starfield PS5 release countdown
Everything goes live on Tuesday, April 7, and the following countdown will expire once the release is out.
The countdown is based on the following times.
- 8am PT
- 10am CT
- 11am ET
- 12pm BRT
- 4pm UTC
- 5pm CET
- 12am JST (April 8)
- 1am AEST (April 8)
These times have been shared by Bethesda ahead of the launch, and I don’t expect any last-minute changes.
What to expect from Starfield PS5 launch and Free Lanes update
April 7 is the introduction of Starfield on PS5. The launch version will include all the updates so far. There will be full PSSR support for both the PS5 and PS5 Pro, which will target better graphics and performance. You can also expect haptic feedback support when using the default controller.
The Free Lanes update will be available across all platforms. It will aim for wholesale changes and improvements to exploration, combat, and other areas. You’ll be able to find a new resource called X-Tech, which can be used to improve your equipment. The inventory management and outposts will also change as part of the update.
You can spend extra to get the Terran Armada DLC. This paid expansion will be themed around advanced robots who are set to thwart your plans. You’ll need to use the Incursions system to fight against them. We will know more about all the content once the DLC becomes available, but it is guaranteed to feature new tech and companions, among other things.
It will be interesting to see whether the new content can rekindle interest in the Starfield community.
