Last updated: March 2026 - Updated to reflect confirmed PS5 release date and new update details.
Starfield is officially coming to PS5 on April 7, 2026, bringing the full game, a major update, and new DLC to PlayStation for the first time.
Starfield PS5 Release Date:
Release date: April 7, 2026
Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC
Included content: Base game + Free Lanes update
Also launching: Terran Armada DLC
The PS5 release arrives alongside Starfield’s biggest update yet — see our Starfield April 2026 update hub for full details on new features and DLC.
Is Starfield Coming to PS5?
Yes - Starfield is officially coming to PS5 on April 7, 2026.
After originally launching as an Xbox and PC exclusive in September 2023, Bethesda is now bringing the game to PlayStation as part of its continued post-launch support.
What’s Included in the PS5 Version?
The PS5 version of Starfield launches alongside the Free Lanes update, one of the game’s biggest updates to date.
Players can expect:
- improved space exploration systems
- seamless travel between planets within star systems
- new encounters and activities
- expanded progression systems
The launch also coincides with the Terran Armada story DLC, which introduces a new faction and narrative content.
Read more in our Starfield Terran Armada DLC guide Check out our Free Lanes hands-on preview
Starfield PS5 Features
The PS5 version is not just a simple port and includes:
- DualSense support (adaptive triggers, haptics, lightbar)
- Enhanced performance options (including PS5 Pro modes)
- Full access to ongoing updates and content
Bethesda told us that this version is designed to take advantage of PlayStation hardware features.
Starfield PS5 Price and Availability
Price: $49.99 (base edition going forward) Available on: PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC Game Pass: Available on Xbox and PC Game Pass
Why Starfield Was Not on PS5 at Launch
Starfield’s absence on PlayStation at launch was due to Microsoft’s acquisition of ZeniMax Media, Bethesda’s parent company.
Following the acquisition, Microsoft confirmed that Starfield would be:
- Exclusive to Xbox and PC at launch
- Part of the Game Pass ecosystem
At the time, Xbox boss Phil Spencer stated that future platform decisions would be made on a case-by-case basis, leaving the door open for future releases on other platforms.
Starfield PS5 Release FAQ
When is Starfield coming to PS5?
April 7, 2026.
Was Starfield originally a PlayStation game?
No, it launched as an Xbox and PC exclusive in 2023.
Will Starfield DLC be on PS5?
Yes, including the Terran Armada DLC.
Does Starfield support PS5 features?
Yes, including DualSense functionality and enhanced performance modes.
Related Starfield Content on Game Watcher:
- Starfield April 2026 Update Hub
- The Best Starfield Mods
- Starfield Console Commands and Cheats
- Starfield Romance Options
- Starfield Terran Armada Hands-on Preview
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