It has been recently announced that in most of the nominations of The Game Awards, Starfield organized by Bethesda has not been recognized. Although such an occurrence seems to have failed to resonate major surprise among its dedicated players.
Starfield, a space exploration-related title, ironically exhibits distinctive paradoxes. The game, which followed Bethesda's largest launch ever also suffers from progress-limiting bugs and unexciting quests. The players specifically pointed these issues in their feedback which could have ultimately led to its lack of recognition in the award nominations.
After the game's official release, the players felt somewhat disregarded by the creators due to lack of updates and developer interaction. Unlike previous titles from the developer, Starfield appears to have less sustainability, one of the factors that probably led to its inconspicuous appearance at the Game Awards.
At the award show, Starfield had a barely noticeable presence apart from its solitary nomination for the best RPG of 2023. The community of the game doesn't seem to be greatly surprised by this minimal recognition, adds up to the overall sentiment of acceptance.
Regarding Starfield’s scant presence in Game Award nominations, the players displayed an attitude of resignation. A gaming enthusiast of Starfield admitted that he thoroughly enjoys the game but is not taken off guard by this slight.
The sentiment was seconded by another player stating that given the game's unbelievably untapped potential, lacking nominations does make sense. Such an opinion turned out to be common, even among those who enjoyed playing Starfield.
Players voiced their opinions on several aspects of the game. The most common perspective was that Starfield could have utilized added concentration on variety. A player stated that persistent indulgence in repetitively similar activities could create the perception of the game being filled with content fluff that fails to deliver a realistic gaming experience. The player also noted that traveling to multiple systems and planets only aims to please if there is sufficient engagement.
Starfield's dissatisfaction among players isn't only limited to secondary content; its core storyline has left its fans seeking more. A gamer admitted that the central storyline was mediocre and resembled just one of the faction quest lines, thus leaving much to be desired even at the crux of the game.
The disappointment of the players is so much so that even the game's staunchest fans are exhibiting comprehension towards its limited acknowledgment at the Game Awards.
Starfield’s chance of winning in the best RPG category of the Game Awards also seems slim. Since it's competing against game of the year contender Baldur’s Gate 3, makes the odds unlikely, as pointed out by a player.
The year 2023 has witnessed an unprecedented boom in the gaming industry, with numerous unexpected hits leaving both the enthusiasts and the industry itself in awe. Under different circumstances, Starfield might have left a larger impression.
Despite a record-breaking launch, the journey for Starfield has been marred by hiccups that were clearly indicated by recent feedback from its players. The inability of the game to make a lasting impact that its initial hype had promised raises questions regarding the possible lack of connection between developers and players after its release. Ultimately, for winning accolades at prominent platforms like the Game Awards, a game's ability to keep its players engaged post-release plays a pivotal role.
Considering the competitive race in the Best RPG category, Starfield's shot at victory is perceived to be waning. One of the most significant competitors in the running is Baldur’s Gate 3, which has also been a favorite for Game of the Year.
The year 2023 has witnessed a series of unexpected sleeper hits shocking the gaming world. In another year, or under different circumstances, Starfield's absence from the nominations might have caused more commotion. Providing sustenance and value to gaming experience are primary aspects that could separate a game from the rest in crowded award categories.