Look: Starfield shines in 11 new pieces of concept art

Concept art of planets seen from afar looks inspired by pulp sci-fi novel covers, and their adventurous tone could make its way into the gameplay as well.

Starfield is about exploring other planets, so creating a wealth of diverse ecosystems clearly seems like a priority for Bethesda.

Environments in the concept art range from arid deserts to lush rainforests.

Human habitats embrace a range of sci-fi concepts, from fantastical domed cities to more hardscrabble space western settlements.

Starfield could take players away from the frontier to high-tech megalopolises like the one seen here.

Other settlements have a distinctly run-down, lived-in feel that may remind some of a certain galaxy far, far away.

The range of building styles and living conditions shown in the concept art suggests a sprawling interplanetary society that’s been expanding for quite some time.

There are hints that keeping your ship in working order as you traverse the stars will be a big part of Starfield’s gameplay. The mech seen in the reveal trailer also makes an appearance here.

Collecting a hangar full of ships or at least tuning your interstellar ride seems like a natural extension of character building in past Bethesda games.

Character customization, whether it’s choosing stats or just changing equipment, seems to be important in Starfield as well.

Clothes make a statement, and the ones we’ve seen already suggest you can fashion your character as a brave explorer or a dastardly space pirate.