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Xbox's Matt Booty has seen Elder Scrolls 6 gameplay and says it "looks amazing" and is "coming along…
Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty has seen gameplay footage of the highly anticipated The Elder Scrolls 6, describing it as "amazing" and stating that the game is "coming along well." Booty acknowledged the challenges of announcing games too early, a sentiment echoed by Bethesda's Todd Howard, but assured that the project is progressing and will be revealed at the appropriate time.
The Elder Scrolls 6 is “Coming Along Well,” Says XBOX CCO Who Promises A Reveal “At The Right Time”
Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty stated that The Elder Scrolls 6 is progressing well and looks amazing, with Bethesda's development team working diligently on it. He emphasized that the game will be revealed at the appropriate time to ensure it is presented at its best and to indicate that it is nearing completion.
'It Looks Amazing and It's Coming Along Well': The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Making Progress
Xbox boss Matt Booty has stated that The Elder Scrolls 6 is progressing well and looks amazing, though it is still years away from release. He acknowledged that the game was announced too early and that Microsoft is considering its platform exclusivity strategy.
Elder Scrolls 6 Was Announced 8 Years Ago Today, Here’s Why It Didn’t Show Up At Xbox Showcase
The Elder Scrolls 6, first announced eight years ago, was not featured in the recent Xbox Games Showcase. Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty explained that the team is waiting for the right moment to reveal more, stating the game looks amazing and is progressing well. Game director Todd Howard reflected on the early announcement, questioning if it was the best strategy.
XBOX gives rare update on The Elder Scrolls VI after years of silence
Xbox Chief Content Officer Matt Booty provided an update on The Elder Scrolls VI, stating that he saw the game running internally at Bethesda Game Studios and that it is progressing well. While the game did not appear at the latest Xbox Games Showcase, Booty explained that the company prefers to wait until a polished demo is ready before revealing more to avoid showing it too early.
Xbox Clarifies Its Exclusivity Strategy Moving Forward, Wants You To Buy An Xbox
Xbox executive Matt Booty clarified Microsoft's evolving stance on game exclusivity, stating that major multiplayer and live-service titles will continue to be multiplatform. However, he emphasized that Xbox still wants compelling reasons for players to buy an Xbox console, suggesting a case-by-case approach for new releases like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution, which are console exclusives.
Capcom did not expect people to like the first Pragmata trailer so much, and like Todd Howard wincing at The Elder Scrolls 6, kind of regretted announcing it so early
Capcom director Yonghee Cho and producer Naoto Oyama discussed the development of Pragmata, admitting they did not expect the initial trailer to generate such high player interest. This early reveal, despite leading to delays and internal reboots, ultimately served as a significant motivator for the development team. Cho also drew a parallel to Todd Howard's experience with The Elder Scrolls 6's early announcement, acknowledging a degree of regret but also the positive impact of sustained player anticipation.
Why Pragmata disappeared for 6 years, and how Capcom built a new IP while the games industry imploded
Capcom director Yonghee Cho and producer Naoto Oyama discuss the challenging six-year development of the new IP Pragmata, including early announcement regrets and the evolution of its hacking and shooting gameplay. Despite production difficulties and the COVID-19 pandemic, the game achieved strong player satisfaction upon its 2026 release, with the developers highlighting the importance of strong character design and player feedback in its success.
Fallout Remasters “A Bit Further Off” Than Assumed, The Elder Scrolls 6 is “Quite Far Away” – Rumor
Rumors suggest that remasters for Fallout games, potentially including Fallout 3, are further away than anticipated, with The Elder Scrolls 6 also being quite distant. Industry figures indicate that while remasters might appear next year, The Elder Scrolls 6 could be as far off as 2028 or 2029. Bethesda's Todd Howard has previously confirmed multiple Fallout projects are in development.
Wildcard Wishlist: 14 games we're desperate to see at Summer Game Fest 2026
This article outlines a wishlist of 14 games the GamesRadar+ team hopes to see announced or receive updates on at Summer Game Fest 2026. The list includes highly anticipated titles like Grand Theft Auto 6, The Witcher 4, and The Elder Scrolls 6, alongside more speculative wishes for unrevealed games such as Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe and Persona 6.
Skyrim becomes playable in Fallout 4 thanks to one genius modder who "beat" Todd Howard to it by sticking the…
A Fallout 4 modder known as RPGKING has successfully made The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim playable within Fallout 4, humorously beating Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard to the punch. While the mod is not yet publicly available due to bugs and performance issues, it showcases Skyrim running on a Pip-Boy with functional controls.
Bandai Namco Confirms AI Tools Are Being Used to Improve Efficiencies in Game Development
Bandai Namco Entertainment has confirmed the use of AI tools primarily to enhance operational efficiency in game development, allowing creative teams to focus on their work. The company is researching appropriate applications for AI technology while maintaining caution. Other industry figures like Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick and Bethesda Game Studios boss Todd Howard have also commented on AI's role, with Zelnick stating generative AI has no part in Grand Theft Auto 6's development and Howard expressing caution about its use in creating game assets.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has launched on Nintendo Switch 2 with a new trailer showcasing its first-person adventure gameplay and motion control support. Developed by MachineGames and executive produced by Todd Howard, the game is set between Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade, tasking players with uncovering ancient mysteries.
Fallout TV show season three casts Breaking Bad's Aaron Paul, so of course everyone wants him to play a scientist
Aaron Paul has joined the cast of Amazon's Fallout television series for its third season, alongside returning actors Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins. While his role is currently undisclosed, fans are hoping Paul, known for his role in Breaking Bad, will play a scientist. Filming for the new season is expected to begin soon, with Bethesda's Todd Howard confirming the script is already in development.
Top 10 Best-Selling Video Games Of All Time, Including New Heights For Mario Kart 8
This list ranks the top 10 best-selling paid video games of all time, excluding free-to-play titles. Sales figures include pack-in games, with Tetris leading at over 520 million units sold, followed by Minecraft at 300 million and Grand Theft Auto V at over 225 million. The ranking also highlights significant sales for games like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Wii Sports, and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Lifelong Bethesda Fan Finally Answers: Does Starfield Actually Suck?
After 85 hours, the author concludes that Starfield is a flawed but compelling experience, evolving Bethesda's open-world design while retaining its signature immersion. Despite technical issues and repetitive procedural generation, the game's faction quest lines are praised as some of Bethesda's best, offering genuine choice and consequence.
Borderlands 4 Studio Has a “No AI in Any Work That Could Ever be Seen by Any Customer” Policy
Gearbox Entertainment CEO Randy Pitchford stated that the studio has a strict policy against using generative AI in any work that could be seen by customers. This comes amid broader industry discussions about AI in game development, with figures like Todd Howard from Bethesda Game Studios also expressing caution. While some studios are exploring AI for prototyping, Gearbox maintains a firm stance on artistic intention and customer-facing content.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle interview: dev on origins, first-person perspective, Switch 2, and more
Creative director Axel Torvenius of MachineGames discussed Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's development, focusing on its first-person perspective and the Nintendo Switch 2 port. The interview revealed details about the game's origins, the decision to cast Troy Baker as Indiana Jones, and technical specifications for the Switch 2 version, including a locked 30 FPS and dynamic resolution.
Skyrim inspired Kingdom Come: Deliverance even though Warhorse co-founder once listed "100 reasons that he…
Warhorse Studios co-founder Daniel Vávra, who previously wrote an article criticizing The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, has revealed that the Bethesda RPG was a significant inspiration for Kingdom Come: Deliverance. Studio content director Ondřej Bittner confirmed Skyrim's influence on Vávra during a Reddit AMA, despite Vávra's extensive list of criticisms regarding the game's realism and design.
Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For May & June 2026
Several new games and accessories are scheduled for release on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 in May and June 2026. Titles include Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. The article also highlights accessories and mentions the potential for a James Bond game.
