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Howard Says Starfield Development Was Harder Than Expected, Vows Wider Hardware Support for TES VI
Todd Howard revealed that Starfield's development was more challenging than anticipated. He also confirmed that Bethesda is aiming for broader hardware scalability in The Elder Scrolls VI and future titles.
Howard Says Starfield Development Was Harder Than Expected, Vows Wider Hardware Support for TES VI
Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard stated that Starfield's development was more challenging than anticipated, and the company plans to offer wider hardware support for The Elder Scrolls VI. The studio also announced the upcoming Free Lanes and Terran Armada expansions for Starfield, launching on April 7, 2026, clarifying that this content is not a "Starfield 2.0" but rather an expansion of existing gameplay.
"There's a million ways that it could have gone wrong": How returning to The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion reshaped Todd Howard's stance on remastering Bethesda's RPGs
Bethesda Game Studios executive producer Todd Howard discussed the challenges and considerations behind remastering classic RPGs, specifically The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion. He explained the studio's approach to modernizing the game while preserving its original art style and gameplay, and revealed that the success of Oblivion Remastered has led them to consider future remasters of their titles.
Starfield Switch 2 Version Reportedly in Development, but Progress Said to Be Uneven
A report suggests that a version of Bethesda's Starfield is in development for the Nintendo Switch, though progress is reportedly uneven. The article also mentions the upcoming Free Lanes and Terran Armada expansion for Starfield, launching on April 7, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Isn't Being Rushed, And Bethesda Seems Fine With It
Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard stated that The Elder Scrolls 6 is not being rushed, as the company is in a strong position with its existing popular titles. Development is ongoing, with the team leveraging experience gained from building Starfield with the Creation Engine 2. Howard also mentioned that Microsoft's acquisition of ZeniMax Media has been a significant industry change.
The best Fallout game is 99 cents right now
Fallout: New Vegas is currently available for 99 cents on Steam as part of its Spring sale. The article highlights the game's strengths, including its engaging choices and narrative, distinguishing it from other Bethesda-developed Fallout titles like Fallout 3 and Fallout 4.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Director Says “We Have Millions of People Playing Our Other Games”
Todd Howard, director at Bethesda Game Studios, stated that the majority of the studio is focused on The Elder Scrolls 6, acknowledging its long development cycle compared to previous titles. He highlighted the challenge of serving existing player bases for games like Skyrim and Fallout 76 while developing new titles, and also commented on the industry-wide struggle with determining investment in game projects due to high expenses and uncertain returns.
Starfield Tops PS5 Pre-Order Charts Ahead of April 7th Release
Starfield is performing well on PlayStation 5 pre-order charts ahead of its April 7th release, topping lists in several regions. The game, developed by Bethesda and published by Microsoft, will also receive a free update called Free Lanes and the Terran Armada DLC on the same day. Lead creative producer Timothy Lamb stated that the update represents an incremental improvement and the best version of Starfield, rather than a "Starfield 2.0."
Xbox's Starfield Rockets to the Top of the PS5's Pre-Order Charts
Despite its original Xbox exclusivity, Bethesda's sci-fi RPG Starfield has achieved high pre-order rankings on the PlayStation 5 store. The game's announcement trailer and social media posts have garnered significant views and engagement, indicating strong interest for its upcoming PlayStation 5 release on April 7th.
The Steam Spring Sale is here with discounts on Arc Raiders, Hades 2 and much more
The Steam Spring Sale is now live, featuring discounts on a wide range of games until March 26. Notable deals include Arc Raiders for $32, Hades 2 for under $23, and Ghost of Tsushima on PC for $36. Several titles are available at 90 percent off, such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate and Fallout New Vegas.
Why can Starfield introduce something like interplanetary travel but not reduce the number of overall load screens? One…
Bethesda's Tim Lamb discusses upcoming updates for Starfield, including the Free Lanes update and Terran Armada DLC, which aim to improve the player experience with features like interplanetary travel. Lamb addresses the technical challenges of reducing loading screens compared to implementing new travel mechanics, explaining that load screens are necessary for the game's current technical design. He also touches on changes to the New Game+ system to make it a more rewarding experience for players.
There's no rush on The Elder Scrolls 6, Todd Howard says, because Bethesda has the "benefit of having so many millions of people playing our other games"
Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard stated that there is no rush to release The Elder Scrolls 6, as the studio benefits from having millions of players engaged with their other titles like Fallout and Starfield. He explained that the longer development and reveal cycle for The Elder Scrolls 6 is a shift from how games like Skyrim and Fallout 4 were handled.
Cruise Mode, X-Tech, and Robots: Starfields Biggest Overhaul Yet Arrives in April | COGconnected
Bethesda is releasing significant updates for Starfield in April, including a new 'Cruise Mode' and 'X-Tech' features, alongside robot companions. The article also mentions a PlayStation 5 release for the game.
If you’ve been waiting for Starfield on PS5, the official launch date has been announced
Starfield is officially launching on PlayStation 5 on April 7, 2026, with additional content including the Free Lanes update and Terran Armada DLC. The Free Lanes update introduces improvements like the ability to fly freely between planets and customize ships. The Terran Armada DLC adds new story elements and the Incursion system.
The Future of Bethesda's Starfield Revealed With Terran Armada Expansion
Bethesda announced that the Starfield expansion, Terran Armada, will launch on April 7, 2026. The developer clarified that this new content is not a "Starfield 2.0" but rather an expansion of existing gameplay elements that fans enjoy.
Starfield’s Free Lanes Update Might Give Players The Wrong Picture, Says Lead Creative Producer
Timothy Lamb, Lead Creative Producer at Bethesda Game Studios, clarified that Starfield's upcoming Free Lanes update is not an overhaul akin to Cyberpunk 2077's transformation, but rather an incremental improvement and content addition. He emphasized that the update aims to enhance existing systems and add new content, making it the best version of Starfield to date.
Resident Evil-Styled Remakes Wouldn’t be Viable for Bethesda’s RPG, Says Former Developer
Former Bethesda developer Nate Purkeypile stated that full remakes on the scale of Resident Evil 2 and 4 are not viable for Bethesda's open-world RPGs due to their complex systems. He also noted that a "from scratch" remake would be prohibitively expensive. The discussion also touched on the possibility of Fallout 5 being developed by an external studio while Bethesda focuses on The Elder Scrolls 6.
Ex-Fallout and Skyrim artist says the Resident Evil remakes are "super cool" but giving the same treatment to…
Former Bethesda artist Nate Purkeypile commented that while the Resident Evil remakes are excellent, applying the same comprehensive remake approach to Bethesda's RPGs like Fallout and The Elder Scrolls is not feasible. He noted that Bethesda's recent Oblivion Remastered, while good, is more of a graphical update than a full rebuild like Capcom's Resident Evil titles.
Starfields Free Lanes är inte 2.0, men "bästa versionen av Starfield"
The Free Lanes update for Starfield introduces significant improvements, including enhanced space exploration and ship customization, though it is not considered a "Starfield 2.0" by lead creative producer Tim Lamb. The update aims to provide the best version of Starfield to date. Additionally, the Terran Armada story DLC and a PlayStation 5 release are scheduled for April 7.
NateTheHate: Nintendo Switch 2 version of Starfield still in development, but not been smooth process
Famed leaker NateTheHate has stated that a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Starfield is still in development, though the process has not been smooth. While Bethesda has not officially announced the game for the platform, NateTheHate also mentioned that Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is heading to the Nintendo Switch 2. He also reiterated that Kirby Planet Robobot is expected to receive a Nintendo Switch port.
