The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
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Bethesda is Too Protective of The Elder Scrolls to Allow New Vegas-Style Spinoffs, Says Skyrim Co-Lead
Former Skyrim co-lead Kurt Kuhlmann stated that Bethesda is highly protective of The Elder Scrolls franchise, preventing the creation of New Vegas-style spinoffs. This contrasts with the Fallout series, where Obsidian Entertainment developed Fallout: New Vegas. While Todd Howard is protective, The Elder Scrolls Online has helped alleviate pressure, and anticipation for The Elder Scrolls 6 remains high, with Xbox CEO Asha Sharma praising an early build.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker Wants You To Eat The Rich–Literally
The Blood of Dawnwalker distinguishes itself by focusing on class struggle and social commentary rather than traditional upward mobility narratives. Unlike many fantasy RPGs where protagonists rise to power, the game emphasizes the plight of the impoverished and critiques systems of oppression through its vampiric ruling class and blood-tithe regime. This focus on "eating the rich" resonates with modern themes of hypercapitalism and worker precarity.
"It wasn't a planned thing": Breaking Benjamin singer on his mid-gig Fallout 4 mod promo being down to a broken drum and his love of VR
Breaking Benjamin singer Benjamin Burnley clarified that his mid-concert promotion of a Fallout 4 mod was an unplanned improvisation due to a broken drum, not a planned statement. He expressed his passion for virtual reality gaming and how mods significantly enhance experiences in titles like Fallout 4 and Skyrim.
The Daily Grind: What are some of your most loved and most hated MMORPG companion characters?
This article from Massively Overpowered asks players about their most loved and hated MMORPG companion characters, ranging from helpful NPCs to unusual modded companions like a piece of IKEA furniture. The discussion aims to gather player opinions on the utility and annoyance of these in-game characters.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – September 20, 2026 – Fire Emblem fends off Diablo 4, LEGO Batman
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of September 20, 2026, show Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave at number one. Diablo 4 debuted at second place, while LEGO Batman titles also secured top spots. New releases like RuneScape: Dragonwilds and Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter also appeared on the charts.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 18: Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale
Nintendo is holding a significant Customer Appreciation Sale on its first-party Switch titles, with discounts on popular games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Additionally, sales are available for PlayStation and Xbox platforms, featuring a wide array of third-party titles across various genres.
Save on Forza Horizon 6, Skyrim for Switch 2, and More (Today Only)
Best Buy is offering limited-time discounts on several Microsoft-published games, including Starfield for PlayStation 5 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for Nintendo Switch. These deals are only available today.
Elder Scrolls lore master and 20-year Bethesda veteran Kurt Kuhlmann can't find a job after being laid off months…
Veteran Bethesda developer Kurt Kuhlmann, known for his work on The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, has been laid off from Lightspeed LA. Kuhlmann, who spent two decades at Bethesda Game Studios, is now seeking new employment, highlighting the current instability in the game development industry. The article notes ongoing layoffs at companies like Microsoft and Xbox, emphasizing that even experienced professionals are not immune to industry downturns.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – September 13, 2026 – Fire Emblem and LEGO Batman incoming, Valheim and Meccha Chameleon with strong debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for September 13, 2026, show Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight leading upcoming releases. New debuts include Valheim at #3 and Meccha Chameleon at #4, with Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion and Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon Classic HD also charting.
IKEA's hilarious official Skyrim mod has reminded me just how great the Kallax truly is for gaming merch
IKEA has released a humorous official mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim called Kallax Storageborn, allowing players to have a white shelving unit as a companion. The mod is available for PC and Xbox versions of the game, with PlayStation support expected later. The article highlights the versatility of IKEA's Kallax furniture for displaying gaming merchandise.
IKEA utannonserar bokhyllan Kallax Storageborn till Skyrim
IKEA has announced a new mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim called Kallax Storageborn, which adds the popular Kallax shelving unit as a companion. The mod includes a new questline set in an abandoned dwemer ruin, new items, and voice acting by Matt Berry. It is a collaboration with mod group Kinggath Creations and is available for download.
Skyrim’s official IKEA crossover mod might be the most deftly-assembled Elder Scrolls gag ever, if not an ad blueprint other corps should follow
An official IKEA crossover mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, titled Kallax Storageborn, has been released, featuring a unique dungeon design and humorous integration of IKEA products. Developed by Kinggath Creations, the mod cleverly blends in-game advertising with the game's established meme culture and humor, though the author notes it's an exception rather than a blueprint for future corporate integrations.
"We shouldn't have made it," says former Starfield lead, because something more than "Skyrim in space" was too much even for Bethesda
Former Starfield lead systems designer Kurt Kuhlmann stated that the game may have been too ambitious for Bethesda Game Studios, admitting "we shouldn't have made it." He cited the need for a large engine overhaul and insufficient team size to create the intended content, suggesting the scope was too wide even for Todd Howard's vision of a game that wasn't just "Skyrim in space."
Ikea made a Skyrim mod starring Matt Berry as a sentient shelf named Kallax Storageborn
IKEA has released a free mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim titled Kallax Storageborn, featuring a sentient shelf voiced by Matt Berry. The mod includes a new questline where players assemble the companion and tidy up the game world, along with new loot items like the Meatball Helmet and Allenblade. While acknowledged as a marketing stunt, the mod is noted for its charm and the effort invested in its creation.
A Full-Fledged Skyrim Mod Starring Matt Berry Is Here To Refresh The Game With An Ikea Ad
A new Skyrim mod called Kallax Storageborn has been released, transforming an Ikea shelving unit into a voiced companion voiced by Matt Berry. The mod adds new quests, items, and a boss fight, and is available for free on PC and Xbox. The article expresses mild concern about in-game advertising but finds the mod's concept amusing.
Skyrim now has a new IKEA Kallax companion voiced by Matt Berry, because why not?
IKEA has collaborated with modder Kinggath Creations to add a Kallax shelving unit companion to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Voiced by Matt Berry, the companion features a unique questline, IKEA-themed cosmetics, and the ability to collect loot for the player. This collaboration injects new life into the 15-year-old game.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Official IKEA Mod Features Matt Berry as a Kallax Storage Companion
An official Creation for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has been released, featuring actor Matt Berry voicing an IKEA Kallax bookcase. This free mod adds a unique, humorous element to the game.
Skyrim Co-Lead Thought Bethesda Would Start The Elder Scrolls 6 Development Right After Fallout 4
Former Skyrim co-lead Kurt Kuhlmann revealed that many at Bethesda expected to begin development on The Elder Scrolls 6 immediately after Fallout 4, but the studio instead focused on Fallout 76 and the new IP Starfield. Kuhlmann expressed that the decision to prioritize Starfield, described by Todd Howard as his 'dream game,' was a surprise to many developers who would have preferred to work on The Elder Scrolls 6.
It's still very much possible to make good Skyrim mods "without any use of AI" in 2026, declares the maker of a new DLC-sized Black Marsh expansion
Modder Pancake0723 has released 'King of the Murkmire,' a large-scale expansion mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim that adds Black Marsh and its Argonian inhabitants. The creator emphasized that ambitious mods can still be made by solo developers without using generative AI, sparking discussion about the role of AI in modding.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – September 6, 2026 – Orbitals takes down Elden Ring
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for September 6, 2026, show Orbitals taking the top spot, dethroning Elden Ring. New releases like Onimusha: Way of the Sword and NBA 2K27 also entered the top rankings.
