Recently, mods for *Starfield* arrived on Xbox consoles, bringing new features that boost performance, especially on the Xbox Series S. Digital Foundry reviewed these mods and found some great results.
One standout mod, “Uncap FPS for Series S,” removes the frame rate limit, making the game smoother to play, though it may cause some screen tearing. Another mod lowers the game’s resolution to 720p, allowing *Starfield* to run at up to 120 frames per second on the console, a big upgrade in performance.
However, these enhancements come with trade-offs. According to Digital Foundry’s analysis, while the uncapped frame rate can reach impressive heights, achieving a consistent 120fps is challenging in GPU-intensive areas, often settling closer to a 60fps baseline.
The reduction to 720p resolution also impacts visual quality noticeably, revealing artifacts and limitations in the upscaling technology used, making it less visually appealing compared to the Series X version.
Despite these drawbacks, the review acknowledges the ingenuity of these mods and Bethesda’s openness to such modifications, providing players with options to tailor their gaming experience. It raises the question of whether Bethesda might consider an official performance mode for the Xbox Series S in the future, possibly aiming for a stable 40fps rather than pushing for 60fps under current conditions.
Overall, while there’s commendation for the accessibility and impact of these mods, there’s also a recognition that utilizing them can result in a rougher gameplay experience, especially in terms of visual fidelity. Yet, the availability of these enhancements for free underscores the modding community’s contribution to enriching gameplay, even with the inherent risks and potential issues that come with modifying game files.
As players experiment with these tools, it becomes clear that the landscape of *Starfield* on Xbox Series S is evolving, offering both challenges and opportunities for players seeking enhanced performance beyond the default settings.