Starfield New Update Promises More ‘Display Modes’ For Consoles

Expert Verified By

Bethesda Teasing 40FPS or 60FPS Mode For Xbox!

Story Highlights
  • Bethesda is dropping a new update for Starfield that adds new display modes to the title.
  • This seems to be a 40FPS mode since the Xbox Series S|X consoles are not capable of targeting 60FPS in the RPG.
  • The update will also include city maps, ship-building, and other improvements. 

Amidst all the hype around Fallout, Bethesda is still believing in Starfield. The latter didn’t sit well with the audience due to multiple reasons, but that might change with the new update coming soon.

Starfield has lost many of its players, but Bethesda’s latest update sounds promising. This update will also be significant for console gamers since it promises new ‘display modes’ to Starfield.

Why it matters: One of the biggest dealbreakers with Starfield was the lack of a proper performance mode on the consoles. It was locked at 30FPS, which is nowhere near ideal for this generation of consoles.

In a recent interview with Kinda Funny Games, Bethesda boss Todd Howard revealed future plans for the IP. He announced that the game’s paid expansion, Shattered Space, will arrive in the fall.

A smaller update that introduces new elements is also coming soon.

We’re adding Other display modes on consoles people have asked for.

– Todd Howard

The update adds city maps, ship-building, and other fixes.

However, the most significant of all changes is the fact that new display modes are coming to Starfield. This could mean a higher FPS mode is finally coming a year after the launch.

Todd Howard hasn’t confirmed what the modes will be, but if we were to take a guess, it would have to be a 40FPS mode since he did not say ‘Performance Mode.’ Perhaps Bethesda will offer a 40FPS mode with VRR, enabling a much smoother experience.

A similar mode is already in Fallout 4, so it seems believable.

Starfield
Starfield is finally getting some much-needed love from Bethesda.

The news is certainly exciting and will lure many gamers who wanted to give the Bethesda title a go but stayed away due to the 30FPS limit on consoles. The update will also be perfect for those jumping in once the expansion drops this fall.

However, while this is a much-welcome step, Bethesda may have been too late. The updates have finally come, but they are arriving at a time when the attention has been shifted to Fallout.

Was our article helpful? 👨‍💻

Thank you! Please share your positive feedback. 🔋

How could we improve this post? Please Help us. 😔

Gear Up For Latest News

Get exclusive gaming & tech news before it drops. Sign up today!

Join Our Community

Still having issues? Join the Tech4Gamers Forum for expert help and community support!

Latest News

Join Our Community

104,000FansLike
32,122FollowersFollow

Trending

Elden Ring Nightreign Review Roundup – FromSoftware’s Flawless Streak Broken

Elden Ring Nightreign has received its first reviews, and the game seems to be a rare dent in FromSoftware's perfect legacy.

A Variety Of Unannounced Games To Be Revealed During Xbox Showcase 2025, Says Insider

A reliable insider claims that Xbox is aiming to reveal a plethora of unannounced games during the upcoming June Xbox Showcase 2025 event.

The Last of Us Part 2 Sold More Than 2 Million Copies During Season 2’s Run

The Last of Us Part 2 sold more than 2 million copies within the release window of the TV show’s second season.

Death Stranding Anime In Development By Kojima Productions

Hideo Kojima recently announced that an anime of Death Stranding is in the works, along with the live-action film.

PS5 Price Hike Could Be Avoided If US And China Reach Tariff Agreement By August, Suggests Analyst

It seems Sony will decide the final price of the PS5 and PS5 Pro in August once the final decision regarding the new tariffs is made.