Would A Smaller Starfield Have Been A Better Game?

Starfield is a massive game, touting over 100 different star systems and 1,000 planets in its enormous scope. Sadly, since the game launched, many have complained that while expansive, the Settled Systems in Starfield feel empty, making its thousand planets far less appealing and impressive. Recently, however, it’s been revealed by an ex-Bethesda employee that early in the game’s development, conversations took place that may have resulted in a completely different game.