Starfield may have better combat than other Bethesda titles (which isn't saying much) but falls short almost everywhere else.

Despite having to clear a very low bar when it comes to story, Starfield manages to create an interesting premise and set up only to end up with a narrative as boring and forgettable as those of Fallout 4 or Skyrim. The writing is bland and stands out even more than with their previous titles given the other well written, large scale RPGs we've seen since then.

The game is still a design mess that will be "fixed" with mods. Worst of all, the only redeeming aspect of Bethesda games, namely their immersion and exploration, has been done away with. The constant loading screens, repeated locations, embarrassingly small settlements and lack of seamless travel make the seemingly huge worlds of Starfield feel so very small.

I fear what Elder Scrolls VI will look like given Bethesda's recent track record. Starfield is lifeless, soulless and just plain boring.