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Fallout 3's gunplay is "not good," admits former Bethesda designer, and we'll probably see "a lot of that work" that went into Fallout 4 when it comes to the remaster
Former Bethesda designer Bruce Nesmith admits that Fallout 3's gunplay was not good, even for its time, and expects that work done for Fallout 4's improved combat will be incorporated into a potential Fallout 3 remaster. He also mentioned that Fallout 5 is in pre-production and that Obsidian Entertainment is returning to the series for a new entry.
The Elder Scrolls 6 is Still Two or More Years Away – Rumor
According to journalist Jason Schreier, The Elder Scrolls 6 is still at least two years away from release. Bethesda and Microsoft have remained silent on official details, though Todd Howard described it as their biggest current project. Development is reportedly progressing well, with most of Bethesda's staff focused on the highly anticipated RPG.
Skyrim Lead Designer Says Rushing The Elder Scrolls 6, Fallout 5 Could Result in Disappointing Fans
Former Bethesda lead designer Bruce Nesmith believes that rushing the development of The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5 could lead to fan disappointment. He explained that balancing resources, time, and quality is crucial in game development, and that shortening schedules often compromises features, polish, or leads to bugs. Nesmith also noted that while frequent releases can be beneficial, too much time between titles can cause fan fatigue.
Releasing The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5 faster risks "disappointing fans," Bethesda veteran says following reports that Microsoft wants to speed up development
A former Bethesda developer, Bruce Nesmith, suggests that rushing the development of The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout 5 could lead to fan fatigue. He emphasizes the balance between resources, time, and quality in game development, noting that excessively long or short development cycles can be detrimental. Nesmith believes a sweet spot of around three to five years between major releases is ideal for meeting fan expectations without burnout.
Skyrim lead says Bethesda is "going to feel it" when Todd Howard leaves because he's always touched everything during the development process
Former Skyrim lead designer Bruce Nesmith stated that Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard is deeply involved in all aspects of game development and struggles to let go of creative control. Nesmith believes the studio will feel his absence significantly when he eventually departs, though they have historically managed to release games on time. Howard has hinted that The Elder Scrolls 6 may be his final project.
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.
With The Elder Scrolls 6, Todd Howard says Bethesda has "handled" the Creation Engine "better than we ever have" thanks to lessons learned from Starfield
Bethesda Game Studios has improved its Creation Engine for The Elder Scrolls 6, learning from the development of Starfield. Todd Howard stated that the team has handled engine updates better than ever before, leading to a more productive development cycle for the upcoming RPG. Lessons learned from Starfield's Creation Engine 2 have been applied to Creation Engine 3 for The Elder Scrolls 6.
Fallout 5 Could Be Made Outside Bethesda, Former Dev Says
A former Bethesda developer suggests that Fallout 5 might be developed by an external studio due to Bethesda Game Studios' current workload with The Elder Scrolls 6 and other projects. While Bethesda has outsourced development before, such as with Fallout: New Vegas by Obsidian Entertainment, the studio would likely still be involved in oversight. The possibility of releasing Fallout 5 in conjunction with a new season of the Fallout TV show was also discussed as a strategic advantage.
Fallout 5 Being Made by Another Studio Wouldn’t be Surprising, Say Former Bethesda Developers
Former Bethesda developers discussed the possibility of Fallout 5 being developed by an external studio, citing Bethesda Game Studios' focus on The Elder Scrolls 6. They suggested that releasing a new Fallout game during the run of the Amazon adaptation could be advantageous. However, other industry figures believe Bethesda will keep its major franchises in-house and expand its own development teams.
Bethesda veterans "wouldn't be surprised" if Fallout 5 went to another company, because the devs "have their hands full" with The Elder Scrolls 6
Bethesda veterans suggest that Fallout 5 might be developed by an external studio due to the company's focus on The Elder Scrolls 6. Developers like Jonah Lobe and Bruce Nesmith believe outsourcing is a possibility, especially to capitalize on the synergy with the popular Amazon Fallout show.
Fallout 3 Remaster to Get Elite Edition With 7-Inch Power Armor Figurine – Rumor
Rumors suggest a Fallout 3 Remaster is planned, potentially featuring an "Elite Edition" with a 7-inch T-45 power armor figurine sporting a Nuka Cola theme. Former Bethesda developer Bruce Nesmith commented on the need for significant improvements to the game's gun combat, drawing parallels to the enhancements seen in Fallout 4.
