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Starfield Dev Pushes Back on 2.0 Narrative, Says Free Lanes Is Huge and the Best Version of the Game
The article discusses player reception to Starfield's narrative and development focus, with the author expressing a desire for more engaging faction quests. While acknowledging new content additions, the piece suggests the game's current direction prioritizes building and customization over a compelling storyline.
Todd Howard Talks Elder Scrolls 6 Progress, Starfield's PS5 Port, and Bethesda's Future
Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard provided an update on the development progress of The Elder Scrolls 6, mentioning the use of Creation Engine 3. He also addressed the possibility of Starfield being ported to PlayStation 5 and discussed the future of Bethesda.
Todd Howard Talks Elder Scrolls 6 Progress, Starfield's PS5 Port, and Bethesda's Future
Todd Howard provided an update on The Elder Scrolls 6's progress and addressed speculation about a potential PlayStation 5 port for Starfield. Bethesda also teased upcoming news for Starfield, which will be shared next week.
If you've spent three years credit farming in Starfield, Bethesda finally has something worthwhile for you to spend…
Starfield is set to receive a significant update on April 7 with the Free Lanes update and the Terran Armada DLC, coinciding with its release on PlayStation 5. The update introduces changes to space travel, exploration, and customization, alongside new player housing options like Asteroid Manor. Bethesda is also offering a price reduction on the base game across all platforms.
Todd Howard Says Everyone Should “Just Pretend We Didn’t Announce” Elder Scrolls 6
Todd Howard stated that The Elder Scrolls 6 is still a long way off and suggested fans should pretend it hasn't been announced yet. He explained his preference for announcing games closer to their release to manage player expectations and excitement. Howard also mentioned the challenges of developing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
"Just pretend we didn't announce it": Todd Howard knows The Elder Scrolls 6 teaser has haunted RPG fans for nearly 8 years, but its early reveal was about "informing our audience"
Bethesda Game Studios boss Todd Howard acknowledges that the teaser for The Elder Scrolls 6, revealed in 2018, may have been shown too early, leading to nearly eight years of fan anticipation with little new information. He explained that the early reveal was intended to inform the audience about ongoing projects, especially when new single-player games are expected.
Nvidia DLSS 5 critics have the tech "completely wrong", CEO Jensen Huang insists, arguing it's somehow "very different than generative AI"
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang insists critics are wrong about DLSS 5, stating it fuses game geometry and textures with generative AI for "content-control generative AI" rather than being purely generative AI. He argues this "neural rendering" technology allows developers to maintain artistic control, despite examples like Starfield and Oblivion showing significant visual alterations that have drawn criticism.
Elder Scrolls 6 Development Could Go Smoother Than Starfield For A Key Reason
Todd Howard, studio head at Bethesda Game Studios, stated that The Elder Scrolls 6's development should be smoother than Starfield's due to improved use of their Creation Engine 3. The team is focused on refining the engine alongside development, avoiding the challenges faced during Starfield's creation with Creation Engine 2. Howard also confirmed Bethesda's commitment to their proprietary engine over alternatives like Unreal Engine.
Gamers Are "Completely Wrong" In Criticisms Of DLSS 5, Nvidia CEO Says
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has responded to criticism of the company's new DLSS 5 technology, stating that gamers are "completely wrong." Huang explained that DLSS 5 uses generative AI for content control at the geometry level, not post-processing, and remains optional for developers and players. While some developers like Bethesda Game Studios and Capcom have expressed enthusiasm for its potential in enhancing visuals and immersion, early demonstrations, such as those for Starfield and Resident Evil Requiem, have drawn criticism for their appearance, which developers have stated are early looks that will be further refined.
'We've Always Wanted to Do It': Todd Howard Says He Knew Starfield PS5 Would Be a 'Matter of Time'
Todd Howard stated that Starfield coming to PlayStation 5 was always a goal, despite Microsoft's acquisition of Bethesda making it an Xbox console exclusive. He highlighted Bethesda's long-standing relationship with PlayStation and their continued work on other titles like Fallout 76 and Skyrim. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5 on April 7th.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Has “The Majority of This Building” Working On It, Says Todd Howard
Todd Howard, director of The Elder Scrolls 6, stated that the majority of Bethesda Game Studios' developers are working on the upcoming RPG. He also mentioned that the game will be significantly different from previous titles like Starfield and Fallout, and that the studio has made substantial improvements to its Creation Engine for its development.
The Elder Scrolls 6 Director Says “Just Pretend We Didn’t Announce It”
Todd Howard, director at Bethesda, expressed a desire to have kept The Elder Scrolls 6's announcement more private, suggesting players should 'just pretend we didn't announce it.' He discussed the challenges of balancing game announcements with player anticipation and business considerations, contrasting the approach with Starfield and Fallout 76. While the wait for The Elder Scrolls 6 continues, Starfield is receiving updates and expansions.
Starfield’s Development Taught Bethesda Lessons About Handling the Engine for The Elder Scrolls 6
Bethesda director Todd Howard revealed that the development of Starfield provided valuable lessons for handling the Creation Engine, which has been upgraded to Creation Engine 3 for The Elder Scrolls 6. Despite initial challenges in the transition, the team is reportedly happy with the current state of the technology and its progress.
Bethesda drops unusual tease that it'll have Starfield news for us "next week"
Bethesda has announced that new information regarding Starfield will be shared next week. The studio humorously noted that Todd Howard's primary visionary power is related to EA Sports College Football 25, while acknowledging player feedback on Starfield.
Starfield gets new Terran Armada DLC, Free Lanes update, and PS5 release date
Bethesda announced that the Starfield Terran Armada story DLC and the free Free Lanes update will launch on April 7. The Free Lanes update expands space exploration with more events, while Terran Armada introduces a new faction and story content. Starfield will also be released on PlayStation 5 on the same date.
"We've really done a good job... with Starfield, we struggled" - Bethesda boss Todd Howard offers brief The Elder Scrolls 6 update, hints at more efficient development this time
Bethesda boss Todd Howard provided an update on The Elder Scrolls 6, stating that lessons learned from Starfield's development, particularly regarding engine integration and managing technical changes, are being applied. He indicated that the game's builds are consistently working, a significant improvement over Starfield's earlier development stages. Howard also humorously downplayed the game's existence, advising fans to pretend the 2018 announcement never happened.
Todd Howard would really have preferred not to announce The Elder Scrolls 6 a full 8 years ago, sounds like: 'Just pretend we didn't announce it. Doesn't exist. No one's heard a word'
Todd Howard expressed a preference for announcing games closer to their release, joking that The Elder Scrolls 6, announced in 2018, should be forgotten. He explained that the early announcement was to inform fans but is not his ideal approach. Howard also mentioned Bethesda is working on many projects, including Starfield, and is selective about when to reveal new information.
Bethesda weighs in on negative DLSS 5 reaction: 'This will all be under our artists’ control, and totally…
Nvidia's new DLSS 5 technology, showcased with Starfield and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, has received a largely negative reaction from players due to its perceived AI filter-like appearance. Bethesda, however, states that artists will have full control over its implementation and that it will be optional for players. Nvidia clarified that DLSS 5 is not a simple filter but a hardware-level technology that impacts lighting and uses game data for its output.
Starfield PS5 Release Date Confirmed for April Alongside Major Update and New DLC
Bethesda has announced that Starfield will be released on PlayStation 5 on April 7th, coinciding with a major free update called Free Lanes and a new story DLC titled Terran Armada. The PS5 version will include all previously released updates, and the Terran Armada DLC will also be available for PC and Xbox Series X|S players.
"The majority of this building is working on The Elder Scrolls 6": Todd Howard says Bethesda's full focus is on the RPG it announced in 2018, and "it's so different than Starfield, so different than Fallout"
Bethesda Game Studios is now primarily focused on developing The Elder Scrolls 6, with the majority of the studio working on the title. Todd Howard stated that the game feels "so different" from Starfield and Fallout, and that the team is in a good place with the franchise. The Elder Scrolls 6 was first announced in 2018.
