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The Skyrim-inspired username "fus_ro_dah" was used as evidence to imprison an innocent man while an actual criminal seemingly roamed free for 6 years
A man from Halifax, Nova Scotia, was wrongly imprisoned for 18 months due to a misread username from the game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. An appeal court ruled him factually innocent after discovering the actual suspect used a username with a double underscore, while the convicted man's username had a single underscore. This discrepancy went unnoticed during the trial, leading to his conviction based on the incorrect username.
Final Fantasy 14, Monster Hunter, and Animal Crossing top new survey of games Japanese players have spent the most time…
A survey of 5,400 Japanese players revealed the games they have spent the most time playing, with Final Fantasy 14 topping the list. Other notable entries include Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G, Animal Crossing New Horizons, and Minecraft, while surprisingly, no Pokemon titles made the top 20.
An innocent man spent 18 months in prison because police misread his Skyrim user name
A Canadian man, Brandon Klayme, was wrongfully imprisoned for 18 months due to a mix-up in a police investigation involving a username from The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim. Authorities mistakenly investigated 'fus_ro_dah' instead of the correct username 'fus__ro_dah', leading to Klayme's arrest and conviction on child luring charges. His conviction was overturned after lawyers discovered the discrepancy, and he has been declared factually innocent.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director prefers JPRGs to the likes of Skyrim, Fallout, and Baldur's Gate because their linear narratives allow for "a stronger story" and "more memorable characters"
Guillaume Broche, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, expressed a preference for JRPGs over Western RPGs like Skyrim and Fallout, citing their linear narratives as conducive to stronger stories and more memorable characters. He believes this focus on a defined narrative allows for a more impactful storytelling experience compared to the player-driven choices often found in Western RPGs.
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.
You can now play Morrowind entirely in your browser: 'Honestly just wanted to see if it could be done'
A Reddit user has successfully ported The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind to run entirely within a web browser using the open-source OpenMW engine compiled to WebAssembly. This allows players to experience the game without installation, with support for saves, controllers, and even mods, though original game files are still required.
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.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 26, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders leads the way
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 26, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders leading the way after its launch. Final Fantasy 10 / 10-2 HD Remaster also debuted on the charts at number six. The article lists the top 30 games and top 30 download-only games on the eShop.
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.
Skyrim and Stardew Valley mods weren't enough: rotund icon Jimothy the viral raccoon invades D&D as a Wizards-approved "cryptid" who is "hurling garbage and making friends"
Wizards of the Coast has officially added the viral raccoon known as Jimothy to Dungeons & Dragons as a playable cryptid with unique abilities like 'Compact Frame' and 'Hurl Garbage.' This follows numerous fan-made mods and developer tributes to the raccoon, which has gained widespread internet fame due to its unique appearance.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
The character Jimothy the Raccoon has been integrated into both The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Stardew Valley, highlighting ongoing crossovers and collaborations within the gaming landscape. These integrations allow for unique player experiences across different titles.
Reported lead of Obsidian's new Fallout game wants you to feel a "sense of agony" when playing an RPG, rather than being an all-powerful god-splatterer
Josh Sawyer, reportedly leading Obsidian's new Fallout game, aims to create RPG experiences that evoke a "sense of agony" through difficult choices, contrasting with Bethesda's philosophy of player freedom. This difference in design approach, exemplified by Fallout: New Vegas and Bethesda's mainline titles like Fallout 4 and Skyrim, is expected to set their upcoming Fallout entries apart.
A new Elder Scrolls is still years away, but this fun Arthurian Skyrim clone is 50% off right now
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, an open-world first-person RPG inspired by Arthurian legend, is currently 50% off on Steam. The game, which launched last year after early access, features exploration, crafting, and morally ambiguous choices. A recent patch added new items, graphics options, armor sets, and a romance option.
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.
Fallout 5, Remasters and New Games Confirmed, But Can They Save Bethesda?
Bethesda has outlined its future game development plans, confirming Fallout 5 is in pre-production and remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are coming. The Elder Scrolls 6 remains the primary focus, with Starfield set to receive ongoing updates and new content. The studio also addressed recent layoffs and fan concerns about its direction.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 19, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders shoots to the top before launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 19, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders topping the list due to pre-loads ahead of its imminent launch. New releases Denshattack and Go-Go Town also made strong debuts on the charts.
I am numb to the wait for The Elder Scrolls 6
The author expresses apathy towards the long wait for The Elder Scrolls 6, despite its profound impact on their life and career. Bethesda Game Studios has stated it's the studio's primary focus, but a lack of meaningful updates has led to a 'whatever, I'll see it when I see it' attitude. The article also touches on the extended development cycles impacting fanbases and the industry.
Everything Bethesda just announced about the future of Fallout and The Elder Scrolls
Bethesda Softworks has announced significant updates for its major RPG franchises. Fallout 5 is in pre-production, while The Elder Scrolls 6 is progressing well. Remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are also in development, alongside an expansion for Fallout 76 and continued support for Fallout Shelter and Starfield. These announcements come amidst studio layoffs and a focus on the Creation Engine 3.
"Don't fall for it": Union says Fallout 5 and Elder Scrolls 6 news shouldn't distract you from huge Bethesda layoffs as Xbox CEO praises the series' "remarkable" achievements
The United Videogame Workers-CWA union claims Bethesda's announcements about Fallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls 6 are a deliberate distraction from recent mass layoffs at Bethesda and Obsidian Entertainment. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma praised the franchises' achievements, while unions filed unfair labor practice complaints against Microsoft regarding the layoffs.
Skyrim and The Witcher 3 have both sold 65 million copies, but CD Projekt Red got there faster than Bethesda
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt have both achieved 65 million copies sold. While Skyrim was released in 2011 and The Witcher 3 in 2015, CD Projekt Red's title reached this sales milestone faster than Bethesda's RPG. Bethesda also provided updates on future titles like The Elder Scrolls 6.
