The Starfield download size has finally been confirmed, so you can start clearing your hard drive to free up space for Bethesda's new RPG epic.
The game is available for preload now, and you need to prepare your hard drive space in advance. And yes, it is likely that you will need to say goodbye to a couple of games on your device, since Starfield is of considerable size. You can find all the details below!
Also, if you are looking for more information about this game, make sure to check our guide on whether Starfield is coming to PS5. On top of that, you can also take a look at our article on how to buy new ships in Starfield, as well as all Starfield weapons we know about so far.
What is the Starfield download size on PC?
According to Game Pass Tracker, you will need as much as 139.84 GB of free hard disk space to download Starfield on your PC.
What is the Starfield download size on Xbox Series X|S?
Starfield will be slightly smaller on Microsoft consoles, namely 126.1 GB. And since Starfield is a Microsoft exclusive, you won’t be able to play it on other platforms such as PS5.
Pay attention that the Xbox Series X console game will run at 4K/30 FPS, while the Xbox Series S version will run at 1440p/30 FPS.
Why does Starfield have such a large download size?
Basically, Starfield's universe includes more than 100 systems and more than 1,000 planets to discover and explore. Sounds promising, right? And, of course, a story, factions, cities, and countless NPCs add to the size of the game as well.
Even though the main story quest won't be too large, it will still be longer than in previous Bethesda games. Thus, Starfield promises to be a great game filled with content at every turn, so to be honest, a 140 GB download isn't that much for it. Before you go, if you are looking for more content like this, feel free to read our guide on how to hire crew members in Starfield!