The Elder Scrolls 6
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Netflix’s GTA 6 Exclusive Seems Doomed
Netflix will exclusively stream a new trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 on August 27th, marking the first new look at the game in over a year. The article discusses concerns about Netflix's servers handling the traffic and the likelihood of the trailer being quickly leaked and re-uploaded to other platforms like YouTube and X. This exclusive release is seen as a potential shift in video game marketing strategies, moving away from traditional YouTube premieres.
New Fallout game reportedly led by Josh Sawyer would be "good" for both Obsidian and Bethesda "in many ways," says former New Vegas creative lead
Former Fallout: New Vegas designer Chris Avellone expressed excitement over reports that Josh Sawyer is directing a new Fallout game at Obsidian Entertainment. Avellone believes this project would benefit both Obsidian and publisher Bethesda by potentially increasing the release cadence of major titles, given Bethesda's historically long development times. While John Gonzalez, a key writer for New Vegas, has returned to Obsidian, his specific role on the new Fallout project remains unclear due to recent Xbox restructuring.
Rumours of an unannounced Elder Scrolls game are bogus, sadly
Rumors of an unannounced Elder Scrolls game have been debunked, with former Bethesda associate game designer Griffin DeClaire clarifying that his work was solely on The Elder Scrolls VI. DeClaire was laid off from Bethesda Game Studios, which is also in pre-production for Fallout 5 and continuing development on Fallout 76, alongside remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas.
You can't buy Fallout 5 or Elder Scrolls 6 yet, but you can buy Bethesda's new $160 Nuka-Girl statue
Bethesda is celebrating its 40th anniversary by releasing a $160 Nuka-Girl statue and new merchandise, while acknowledging that Fallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls 6 are still in early development. Todd Howard has previously stated these highly anticipated titles are underway but will take time.
Bethesda’s New Logo Looks Like It Actually Belongs To A Video Game Company
Bethesda Softworks has unveiled a new, cyberpunk-inspired logo to celebrate its 40th anniversary in the video game industry. This marks a significant departure from its previous logos, aiming for a more distinct brand identity. The company is also focusing on upcoming titles like Fallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls 6.
Quiz – Delad spelglädje
This article presents a quiz focused on cooperative gaming experiences, encouraging readers to test their knowledge of games that emphasize teamwork. It also includes a poll asking readers whether they prefer local couch co-op or online multiplayer, with results showing a slight preference for local play. Several other gaming news snippets and forum discussions are also mentioned.
Bethesda fan gives up on The Elder Scrolls 6 and decides to make their own Indie Scrolls with big Daggerfall energy:…
A solo developer is creating an indie fan game called "The Indie Scrolls" using Unreal Engine 5, inspired by the classic Elder Scrolls titles, while awaiting the official release of The Elder Scrolls 6. The project, which began on March 13, showcases pixel art character designs and fantasy creatures, with plans for an Empress, an evil mage, and time travel elements.
Games Inbox: Why isn’t there a Skyrim remake?
Readers discuss the lack of a Skyrim remake despite numerous special editions, questioning why publishers don't prioritize such projects. Other topics include the viability of a PlayStation 5 boycott, the underutilization of tornadoes in games, and concerns about Capcom's yearly Resident Evil releases and Ubisoft's Far Cry franchise.
Bethesda yet again reassures fans that The Elder Scrolls 6's roadmap is unaffected by recent Xbox layoffs
Bethesda Game Studios has reassured fans that the development roadmap for The Elder Scrolls 6 remains unaffected by recent Xbox layoffs. Despite reports of substantial impact from staff reductions, the studio stated that work on the highly anticipated RPG will continue as planned. The article also touches on potential remasters for Oblivion and other Fallout titles, and Bethesda's new communication strategy.
Is Morrowind the new Doom? After getting a dual-screen port, the fan-favourite Elder Scrolls is now running in browsers
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind has been made playable in web browsers using the open-source OpenMW engine. This new browser version functions as the actual game engine, not a stream or emulator, and allows players to access a functional example world without installation. While the full game requires users to point the site to their own game files, the project showcases the ingenuity of the Elder Scrolls modding community.
Fallout 3 and New Vegas Remasters are a good start, but before Fallout 5 Bethesda could be doing so much more
The announcement of Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters highlights the long neglect of the Fallout series, with Fallout 5 not expected for many years. While new content for Fallout 76 and a potential Obsidian project are on the horizon, the article argues that Xbox and Bethesda could leverage other studios within their ecosystem to develop more Fallout titles and better manage the franchise's potential.
Bethesda says layoffs haven't affected 'the roadmap' for The Elder Scrolls 6, it hasn't forgotten Oblivion Remastered, and it's not telling you this because Asha Sharma forced it to
Bethesda Game Studios has stated that recent layoffs at Xbox have not impacted the development roadmap for The Elder Scrolls 6. The studio also confirmed plans for remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, as well as an Oblivion remaster with optimizations intended for the Nintendo Switch release that may come to PC and consoles.
The Elder Scrolls 6’s Development Roadmap Hasn’t Been Affected by Layoffs, Says Bethesda
Bethesda Game Studios has stated that its development roadmap for The Elder Scrolls 6 remains unaffected by recent Xbox-wide layoffs, despite significant job losses across its studios. While the company assures progress is on track, former employees express concerns about the impact of losing experienced staff. Director Todd Howard and Xbox CCO Matt Booty have previously indicated the game is progressing well, though a release window remains unannounced.
"The smallest severance pay possible" - Bethesda union vows to fight as studio employees reel from "bare minimum" payout following mass Xbox layoffs
Employees at Bethesda's Montréal studio, represented by the OneBGS union, are reportedly receiving the minimum legally permissible severance pay following mass layoffs by Xbox. The union claims this contradicts earlier assurances and has filed a complaint against Bethesda and Microsoft for violating Canadian labor laws. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between management and workers in the gaming industry following significant job cuts.
The Elder Scrolls 6 development roadmap is unaffected by Xbox's mass layoffs, Bethesda says, despite devs'…
Bethesda Game Studios has stated that the development roadmap for The Elder Scrolls 6 remains unaffected by recent mass layoffs across Xbox Game Studios and its subsidiaries. Despite concerns from some developers and reports of potential delays and increased reliance on contractors, Bethesda assures that production is proceeding as planned. The company also mentioned that Starfield has been released and they are now focusing on the next installment in The Elder Scrolls series.
Bethesda Montreal’s Laid Off Employees Told They Will Get Bare Minimum Severance, No Healthcare
Employees laid off from Bethesda's Montreal studio have reportedly been offered the minimum legal severance and lost healthcare benefits, according to the union OneBGS. This contradicts earlier statements about negotiating with the union. Bethesda and Xbox leadership are facing legal complaints for alleged labor law violations in Canada. Despite these issues, the company reaffirmed its focus on The Elder Scrolls 6 and upcoming Fallout projects.
Another former Xbox studio is "independently owned, again" after Microsoft shut it down in 2024
Alpha Dog Games, a studio previously shut down by Microsoft in 2024, has reemerged as an independently owned entity. Studio founder Shawn Woods updated his LinkedIn profile to reflect the change, indicating the studio regained independence in May 2025. This follows a trend of studios becoming independent after Microsoft's recent closures and layoffs.
It’s A Bad Time To Be A New Fallout Fan, But Things Are Looking Up
Bethesda has announced that four Fallout games are currently in production, including Fallout 5 in pre-production and remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas. Additionally, Obsidian is developing a new Fallout title. This news aims to capitalize on the popularity of the Fallout television show and provide new and modernized experiences for fans.
Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5 fans might dread the return of Creation Engine, but New Vegas lead Josh Sawyer once called it "incredibly easy" to work with, even if it is "buggy and unstable"
New Vegas lead Josh Sawyer described Bethesda's Creation Engine as "incredibly easy" to work with, despite its known issues with bugs and instability. His past comments resurfaced amid fan concerns about the engine's use for The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5, suggesting it could facilitate faster development cycles.
Ever wanted to play The Elder Scrolls: Morrowind on a dual-screen handheld? Well, now you can - if you don't mind putting in some legwork
A modification called OpenMW-DS allows players to experience The Elder Scrolls: Morrowind on a dual-screen handheld device, specifically the Android-based AYN Thor. This mod leverages the open-source OpenMW engine and requires a PC copy of the game. Separately, progress is being made on an actual Nintendo DS port, showcasing ambitious efforts to bring the classic RPG to older hardware.
