Starfield PC preload date and time prediction – when can I preload Starfield on PC?

Wondering when the Starfield PC Preload date is? Preloads are a pretty common occurrence for big games these days, allowing players to pre-download a game before release so that they don’t have to wait around once it launches, and Bethesda Studios’ upcoming space-faring RPG certainly qualifies as a big game.

With over 1000 Starfield planets to explore, and hundreds of companions, crew members and other NPCs, we feel pretty confident that the download for Starfield will take the average player quite a bit of time. So in this guide, we’ll be going through when you can preload the game on PC, as well as how to do it, to make sure you’re all set for the Starfield release date.

When can I preload Starfield on PC?

Starfield preload on PC became available via the Xbox app on August 17, while Steam users will be able to preload the game starting August 30. Though the Valve platform preload comes at a later date than its Microsoft counterpart, this should still give you plenty of time to experience it ahead of launch as the early access date is set to kick off on September 1.

Starfield preload date and time prediction

While we don’t have official confirmation of what time the Steam preload will begin, we expect that players will be able to preload the game from midnight local time. The PC preload in the Xbox app began at midnight on August 17th, while preloads for previous Bethesda games on PC have also begun at midnight, and we think Starfield’s Steam preload will be no different. Once we know a specific time, we’ll be sure to update this guide, so check back.

How to preload Starfield on PC

If you’re unsure how preloading works, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered there too. Simply follow the steps below depending on which app you’ll be using to play the game. Before installing, you’ll want to make sure you have enough storage to download it, so be sure to check out the Starfield download size first.

How to preload Starfield on PC via the Xbox app

• Open up the Xbox app on your PC. You can find this easily by searching for it in your search bar.
• You should see the Starfield banner on the front page, but if not, search for it in the Xbox app.
• Once you’ve clicked on it hit the “Pre-install” button.

How to preload Starfield on PC via Steam

• Open the Steam app on your PC. You can find this easily by searching for it in your search bar.
• In Steam, open the Library, and click on Starfield in the list of games on the left.
• Under the banner at the top of the screen, click the blue ‘Install’ button to begin the download.

Once you’ve followed the steps corresponding to your specific app, the download will begin and it will just be a case of waiting for it to finish. Once the full release drops, you’ll gain instant access to the game.

That covers everything you need to know about the Starfield preload. While your download is ticking away, why not make sure you’re up to date with all the game’s mechanics? If you want a look at the Starfield character creator, or the many Starfield weapons we know about so far, we’ve got you covered.