Bethesda Game Studios officially announced Starfield, marking their first new universe in 25 years.
Bethesda showcased the first gameplay trailer of Starfield at E3, revealing key features and the game's setting in space exploration.
Bethesda announced the official release date for Starfield as September 6, 2023.
Starfield was released worldwide on multiple platforms, bringing Bethesda's new universe to players.
The initial mass migration from Earth to establish colonies in space due to Earth's declining habitability and political strife.
Establishment of the United Colonies government, a major interstellar faction focused on governance and defense of settled systems.
Formation of a coalition of independent systems known for their emphasis on freedom and trade, rivaling the United Colonies.
A major technological and ship-building corporation is founded, leading to advances in space travel and weaponry.
Human forces encounter the alien Gree for the first time; a pivotal moment leading to increased military and exploration activities.
A significant conflict erupts between the United Colonies and the Freestar Collective over control of valuable star systems.
Ancient alien vaults are discovered across various systems, sparking a rush for exploration and mystery solving.
Ryujin Industries unveils and tests the first successful warp drive, dramatically reducing travel times between star systems.
A pioneer exploration society named Constellation is formed to seek knowledge and uncover the mysteries of the universe beyond human colonies.
A mysterious cosmic event near Magec system causes widespread navigational and communication disruptions across settled space.
An iconic explorer rises within Constellation, leading pivotal missions for charting uncharted space and threatening factions.
The timeline in which the player character begins their journey exploring the cosmos as a member of Constellation.