The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
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Skyrim and Fallout 4 artist says Bethesda's Todd Howard has too many yes men: "A lot of people were afraid to…
Former Bethesda colleague Dennis Mejillones suggests that Todd Howard, a key figure in games like Skyrim and Fallout 4, faces a problem with 'yes men' due to his celebrity status, potentially hindering critical feedback. This contrasts with Kurt Kuhlmann's view that Howard was too often pulled away from Starfield's development, highlighting a debate on how much direct input Howard should have.
Crimson Desert players are speed-gliding using this "game changer" of a trick that may or may not be a bug:…
Players of Crimson Desert have discovered a "game-changing" trick that significantly increases gliding speed and distance, which many believe to be an unintended bug. While some players are pleading with developer Pearl Abyss not to patch the exploit, others anticipate it will be fixed due to its overpowered nature and potential conflict with the game's design.
From Arena to Skyrim, Elden Ring streamer beats Bethesda's entire RPG series "first try" with 0 damage – and "if Elder Scrolls 6 comes out in my lifetime," he'll do it all again
Streamer GinoMachino has successfully completed a no-damage run of all mainline Elder Scrolls games from Arena to Skyrim, a feat that took over 11 hours. He expressed his eagerness to repeat the challenge if The Elder Scrolls VI is released during his lifetime.
Crimson Desert Players Are Finding The Best Drip Around
Players of Pearl Abyss' action-adventure RPG Crimson Desert are actively sharing creative character outfits and cosplays on Reddit, drawing inspiration from various games like Elden Ring and Final Fantasy XIV. Despite the game's success, selling over 4 million copies, players continue to express frustration with its inventory management system, even after a recent patch.
Elder Scrolls Online Season 0 brings new Night Market zone – Skyrim teased for 2027
The Elder Scrolls Online is launching Season 0: Dawn and Dusk on April 2nd, introducing a new format for content updates. This season includes the Night Market event zone, Challenge Difficulty for overland encounters, and updates to PvP progression. Future seasons will bring back the Thieves Guild, introduce ship battles, and hint at a return to Skyrim in 2027.
Opinion: Does Starfield Suck? People Keep Telling Me to Skip Its PS5 Release
Despite anticipation for Starfield's PlayStation 5 release, many friends have advised against playing it, citing negative reception and disappointment following its initial launch. The author, a long-time Bethesda fan, remains curious about the game's quality, especially with a major update and expansion on the horizon, though Todd Howard suggests the core experience will remain unchanged.
Skyblivion devs are "on the hunt" for some "final, vital" veteran hands to get the Oblivion remake mod over the line this year
The modding team behind Skyblivion, a fan-made remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion within Skyrim's engine, is seeking veteran modders to help complete the project. They are looking for experienced individuals in specific areas like quest design, level design, and 3D art to address final development needs and ensure the mod's timely release.
Free-to-play spinoff The Elder Scrolls: Blades is being shut down
Bethesda Softworks is shutting down the free-to-play game The Elder Scrolls: Blades. The game, which is a side-story set between The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, will cease operations on a future date. The article also includes a review of the Nintendo Switch version of the game.
The Elder Scrolls: Blades is shutting down later this year
Bethesda's free-to-play mobile game, The Elder Scrolls: Blades, will cease operations on June 30th. Although already delisted, existing players can continue to play until the shutdown date, with all in-game shop items significantly discounted. The article reflects on the changing landscape of mobile gaming.
The Elder Scrolls: Blades Has Been De-Listed From Stores, Servers Shutting Down on June 30
Bethesda is shutting down the free-to-play RPG The Elder Scrolls: Blades, with servers going offline on June 30th, 2026. The game has also been de-listed from all platform stores. Players are being given a bundle of in-game currency to enjoy the remaining content.
Crimson Desert Brought Back My Skyrim Obsession
Crimson Desert evokes a similar sense of joyous discovery and player investment as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, despite its own set of flaws. The article highlights how both open-world games excel at drawing players into their environments with compelling exploration, side content, and atmospheric sound design, even when gameplay mechanics are imperfect.
Nintendo 64 gets a Skyrim-sized open-world game as dev busts the infamous fog that's defined the console for 30…
Developer James Lambert has created a new game jam project called Junkrunner 64 that demonstrates how the Nintendo 64 can render large open worlds with impressive draw distances, overcoming its infamous fog limitation. Lambert's technical solution involves drawing the world twice, similar to modern Level of Detail techniques, and the game features fast traversal and an explorable map as a core gameplay element.
Fallout megamod maker says there were 'moments of uncertainty' about how okay Bethesda was with it, but gives props to Todd for staying cool about the whole thing
The project lead for the Fallout 4 megamod Fallout: London, Dean Carter, expressed concerns during its five-year development that Bethesda might not approve of the large-scale fan project. However, these fears were unfounded, with Carter praising Bethesda and Todd Howard for their supportive stance. The article also touches on the increasing reliance of publishers on user-generated content to maintain game longevity and mentions similar positive relationships Bethesda has had with other modding teams, such as Skyblivion.
Crimson Desert: Air Travel, Fast Travel, and Exploration Tricks
Crimson Desert offers engaging open-world exploration with varied quests and secrets, featuring fantastic combat that contrasts with typical Ubisoft titles. While the story is considered a letdown by some, the overall gameplay experience is highly praised for its originality and personality, with many players finding it incredibly fun and visually appealing, especially on PlayStation 4 Pro.
Popular Skyrim mod returns after 9 years with a major update and a full source code release to keep it relevant…
The popular Skyrim mod SkyUI has returned with a major update after nine years of dormancy. The mod, which significantly improves the game's user interface for PC players, has also had its source code released to ensure its continued relevance and compatibility.
Pinball FX - Bethesda Pinball Review | TheXboxHub
The Pinball FX Bethesda Pinball collection adds three tables inspired by Fallout, DOOM, and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, developed by Zen Studios. These tables authentically capture the essence of each franchise, featuring elements like character customization and in-game references. While requiring the base Pinball FX game, the DLC offers a deep and engaging pinball experience for fans of Bethesda's universes.
Fallout 3 Director Has “Warmed Up” to Remasters, Praises Xbox Backwards Compatibility Team
Todd Howard, director at Bethesda Game Studios, has expressed a softened stance on remasters, particularly praising Xbox's backwards compatibility efforts for titles like Fallout 3. While a Fallout 3 remaster is rumored to be in development with a focus on polish similar to The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, former developer Bruce Nesmith noted that the combat system would require significant work.
Minecraft Builder Crafts Epic Skyrim-Inspired World Over 12 Years
A Minecraft player has spent nearly 12 years meticulously crafting a sprawling Viking-themed coastal settlement called Sky Pixel, inspired by The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. The detailed world features custom mountain ranges, fiords, and interconnected locations, showcasing a dedication to environmental storytelling and cohesive design that rivals professional studio efforts. This long-term creative commitment highlights the power of user-generated content and a slow-craft approach to game development.
The great RPG debate: Defined playable characters or blank slates?
This opinion piece from PC Gamer's RPG column debates the merits of pre-defined characters versus blank slates in role-playing games. It explores popular titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Mass Effect, and Disco Elysium to illustrate the strengths of each approach to player character design.
I installed the 154 GB 'biblically accurate Skyrim' mod and only crashed my PC like 8 times
The author details their experience installing Curseadelica, a 154 GB modpack for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, on a Linux system. Despite numerous crashes and bizarre in-game occurrences, the author succeeded in their goal of testing the limits of modding on Linux, highlighting Skyrim's enduring appeal as a modding sandbox.
