Starfield PS5 Version Releases April 7 Alongside “Free Lanes” Update & “Terran Armada” Story DLC
Back in August last year, we reported that Starfield’s PS5 version is planned for release in 2026 alongside the RPG’s second expansion (DLC).
Chalk that leak up from MP1st as another leak that turned out to be legit, as Bethesda has officially announced today that Starfield will be flying its way to PS5 on April 7!
Alongside the PS5 port’s release date, Bethesda also announced that it will also be rolling out the “Free Lanes” update that will add new features to the game for free, and the “Terran Armada” story DLC, which is the second expansion for the game after Shattered Space.
Starfield on PS5 Confirmed and It’s Out Sooner Than You Think
Per Bethesda, “Starfield on PlayStation 5 takes advantage of the console hardware, integrating the lightbar, adaptive triggers, touchpad, and more. On the PlayStation 5 Pro, players can select a Pro Performance Mode to prioritize a higher-target FPS or select Pro Visual Mode.”
Outside of the PS5 version, Bethesda has confirmed we’ll see the Free Lanes update be released on April 7 too.
According to the devs, the Free Lanes update adds new features and systems “designed to deepen the core Starfield experience for both new and returning players, most significantly opening up interplanetary travel within systems.” With the title update, Starfield players can use cruise mode to travel from planet to planet within a star system, where players will experience encounters and activities and spend some quality time on their ship with their crew.
Free Lanes Features Preview
- New locations – A number of new Encounters, POIs, Dungeons, notable increase in variety for players to discover
- X-Tech – A new resource used to upgrade weapons, ship modules, and more
- Enemy modifiers – New enemy tiers with performance modifiers, such as extra shielding, more frequent attacks, or elemental damage
- Moon Jumper – New land vehicle
- Outpost improvements – Cross-outpost storage & Milliewhale pet
- New crew – Muria and the mini-bot
- Starborn Improvement – Ability to bring a limited number of items through the Unity to a NG+
While the Free Lanes update will be available to all players who own Starfield, there is also an expansion set to be released on the same day, and it’s for Terran Armada.
Here’s a look at what to expect from Terran Armada:
Terran Armada
The new Terran Armada story DLC launches alongside the Free Lanes update on April 7 and will be available for $9.99. PlayStation 5 players will have the option to get it bundled with their purchase of either the Premium Edition or the Premium Edition upgrade.
Brand New Story & Companion
A new threat has entered the Settled Systems. Believing themselves to be the “true” children of Earth, the Terran Armada is made up of members of the United Colonies and Freestar Collective who vanished during the Colony War. The Terrans are an advanced military force, largely comprised of robotic soldiers.
The new questline in Terran Armada is woven into the fabric of the Settled Systems. When the Terrans first arrive their motivations are unclear, but the fate of the war against the Terran Armada will have consequences that ripple throughout the galaxy.
Not all Terrans have it out for the Settled System. Along the way, you’ll meet your new companion Delta, a reprogrammed Terran Armada robot. “He’s not evil,” says Pagliarulo in the deep dive. “But he’s definitely not good.”
Incursions
The Terran Armada DLC also adds the new Incursion system. These can occur almost anywhere in the Settled Systems and are both a key part of the DLC storyline as well as repeatable content with great loot to collect.
Incursions range from small skirmishes to large-scale infiltrations of Terran vessels where the objectives can vary. Some are story-required while others are optional and reward exploration, and you can tune how often non-story Incursions appear through the Gameplay Options.
More Content From Terran Armada
New Ships & Ship Parts: You’ll be able to pick up schematics for new Terran-specific ship modules. You’ll get access to new double-decker habs, a big new cockpit, and new structural parts that have a “NASA tactical” appearance. And if their ship parts aren’t enough for you, you can just acquire the whole ship. The Terrans are the bad guys, so stealing from them is totally justifiable.
New Gear: A military force means new military gear. The weapons, space suits and attire you’ll find in Terran Armada has a more tactical, real-world look and feel. “Less sci-fi, more grounded,” as Pely describes it. Many of the new suits will drop as loot or naturally appear while playing through Terran Armada, but check with your vendors just to see if they have anything new in stock.
New Elite Crew: Want more robots? Maybe something a little… cuter? Visit The Well in New Atlantis and kick off the “Spare Parts” quest to get an adorable little ModelG mini-bot as an Elite Crewmember. Give your mini-bot a nice paint job and even change up its personality for a little extra fun.
Pre-Built Outpost: We know you love building outposts, but sometimes it’s nice to just have a quick and easy place to drop down where you can lay your head. Terran Armada introduces a ready-to-go, fully decorated elevated cabin module for you to drop on the planet of your choice. Though it does come furnished and decorated with a ton of new items, you can make whatever changes you want to the interior once it’s built.
New Outpost Decorations: Take your outpost personalization to the next level with new decorative items like faction-themed skins for your workbenches and adorable little animals and habitats for them.
Once the Free Lanes update is out, we’ll let our readers know about it. Stay tuned for more Starfield PS5 coverage once the game is out.
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