Starfield Fans Highlight Frustration Over Finger Clipping Issues with Pistols in Game

Starfield enthusiasts have taken to social media to express frustration about their in-game characters’ fingers clipping through every pistol model, adding to a series of complaints since the game’s release. Clipping, a long-standing issue in gaming graphics, occurs when different elements in a game’s visuals overlap incorrectly.

A Reddit post by user kronograf sparked a heated discussion, calling the handgun design in Starfield “lazy.” Shared screenshots depicted the character holding multiple pistols, showing finger clipping in each image. The post quickly gained traction, reflecting a shared sentiment among fans. Some comments broadened the critique, highlighting other issues with weapon models in the game, such as a rifle lacking a trigger.

While the Reddit thread garnered significant attention, opinions were divided. Some fans dismissed clipping as a minor concern, while others humorously criticized its significance, noting that many games display similar issues. There’s hope for improvement through modding, although a comprehensive fix for clipping might only come with the official release of Starfield’s Creation Kit, anticipated in early 2024, according to recent studio announcements.

Players are divided on the severity of clipping issues, with some seeing it as a major concern while others acknowledge it as a common problem in many games. The upcoming Creation Kit release might offer solutions for such graphical glitches through community-made mods.