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Starfieldwas Bethesda’s first new IP in decades. The expectations placed on the game were quite high since its initial reveal, as it was Todd Howard’s magnum opus. The game was supposed to redefine the RPG genre and space exploration in games altogether.
However, upon its release, the game proved to be an absolute bust. Even though Bethesda tried making amends with this year’sShattered SpaceDLC, its plans didn’t work out, as the game has unfortunately made it to the“biggest regret”purchases of the year for millions of gamers around the globe.
StarfieldWas One of the Biggest Disappointments of 2024
WithStarfield, Bethesda and Todd Howard managed to achieve their goal. However, just like the actual outer space, the majority of the title is boring, empty, and not worth bothering with.
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The game would’ve been fine if it had compelling main quests and characters to carry this emptiness. However, it didn’t, and even its $30 expansion failed to salvage things.Not only did the DLC bring nothing meaningful to the table, but it also gave us even more bugs in classic Bethesda fashion.
Over on r/gaming, many in the community consider it to be Howard’s biggest failure and regrettable purchase.
However, the players’ frustrations aren’t just limited to the space-RPG. Even though EA and DICE have tried fixingBattlefield 2042with various updates and patches, players still consider the game to be a flop even in its current stage, and not worth the purchase even in 2024.
The Callisto Protocolhasn’t escaped criticism either. The highly-anticipated game fromDead Spacecreator Glen Schofield didn’t hit the mark upon its release and, to this day, still doesn’t offer replay value and meaningful content. Its only positive is its visuals and themes.
The the most regrettable purchase of the year isDragon Ball Sparking Zero. Upon its release, it was met with incredible praise from critics and fans alike. However, soon, the hype faded away, and players realized its matchmaking was absolutely terrible, and the competitive side wasn’t enjoyable.
If there’s one game that everyone agrees that they shouldn’t have purchased, it’sDiablo 4. Sure, it’s the golden goose for Blizzard right now, but there’s no denying the fact that it lacks the depth we’ve seen in the franchise before. What’s worse is itsmonetization tactics that will drive any player absolutely insane.
Bethesda Can Learn FromNo Man’s Skyand FixStarfield
Every gamer knowsabout the tragedy that wasNo Man’s Skyupon release. Hello Games’ initial promises got everyone right on the edge of their seats. However, upon its debut, the game was just simply a disaster. Even PlayStation’s top executives bashed the developer.
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Hello Games could’ve abandoned the ship and cashed out. However, they stuck to the game and delivered major updates and patches over the next couple of years. Today, the title has“Overwhelmingly Positive” reviews onSteam, which is quite a turnaround.
No Man’s Skyproved that a comeback can be made against all odds, and evenStarfieldcan follow the same trajectory. All Bethesda and Howard need to do is divert some of their resources towards further development and fixing of the space RPG.
Seriously, it has incredible potential, and it would be a shame if it never reaches the height it deserves.
With that said, what are your most regrettable game purchases of 2024? Let us know in the comments below.
Dhruv Bhatnagar
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With over 4 years of experience in content writing and more than 1,000 articles published for FandomWire, Dhruv is a seasoned writer when it comes to the gaming space. He’s deeply passionate about titles such as GTA Online, Forza Horizon, and Pokémon Go, committed to bringing readers deep dives and latest updates.
