'Starfield' Release Date, Launch Platform Leaked; May Disappoint PlayStation Gamers KEY POINTS The game was announced at E3 2018 Rumors have it that Microsoft might showcase the game at the upcoming E3 The highly anticipated space-faring game "Starfield" is reportedly releasing this year as an Xbox exclusive title, according to a new leak. The latest information about Bethesda's upcoming space exploration game came from industry insider Rand al Thor, who spoke at the recent episode of the Xbox Two podcast. The insider claims that "Starfield" is launching as an Xbox exclusive game. He added that Microsoft aims to launch the game sometime in the Holiday season this year.