Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast Starfield Review (2026) - Kinda Funny Gamescast
Apr 7, 2026
They dig into Starfield’s 2026 relaunch on PlayStation and the major updates that changed the game since 2023. Conversations cover Free Lanes and cruise mode for planetary travel. They highlight X‑Tech combat upgrades, Starborn powers and the new Quantum Essence progression. Ship customization, outposts, new companions and the Taron Armada DLC are also discussed.
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Tweak Sliders First To Match Your Playstyle
- Try the updated difficulty and quality-of-life sliders to make Starfield suit your preferred pace and challenge.
- Paris Lilly highlights settings for carry weight, XP rates, damage scaling and encounter frequency that let players tailor the experience.
Cruise Mode Turns Travel Into Playtime
- Free Lanes and cruise mode transform in-system travel into meaningful downtime for ship interaction and worldbuilding.
- Snowbike Mike and Greg note cruise mode lets you craft, talk to crew, and discover POIs while crossing a solar system.
X‑Tech Makes Loot Progression Compelling
- X‑Tech introduces a tiered upgrade resource that makes weapons, armor and ships feel progressively customizable and worth farming.
- Greg explains X‑Tech appears in POIs, boss chests and incursions, enabling legendary re-rolls and long-term upgrade goals.
