I have been dying for a space sim like this – story, ship combat, classic Bethesda RPG elements, etc. The direct showcased so many features that, if pitched to me in writing, I wouldn’t have believed possible to fit into a single game. But oh man am I a believer now.
I honestly think one of my most anticipated gameplay elements is just being able to survey different planets and enjoy the strikingly beautiful vistas and starscapes. I’ve often fantasized about having my own little space ship to just cruise around and hang out in. With this game, I can (almost) make that a reality.
What are you looking forward to?
I still get a lot of joy from crafting a specific character, dressing them up, and using a certain play style.
Maybe I’m ignorant, but it feels to me that most/all video game “RPGs” are like this, but worse. I remember in 2015 or something, the Witcher 3 came out and people were saying “Skyrim has been dethroned!” But the Witcher isn’t an rpg to me at all… you’re forced to be Geralt (I love Geralt). For me, Bethesda is the closest I can get to truly being who/whatever I want. Like you said, I hope they continue to build out the roleplaying.