The Elder Scrolls 6 will be lucky to be out by 2028 says insider

An insider claims that The Elder Scrolls 6, announced in 2018, is still at least two to three years away and may not launch until 2028 or later, partly due to recent Xbox layoffs impacting Bethesda Game Studios. This potential 10-year development cycle from announcement to release highlights management issues and a significant gap since the last main installment, Skyrim.

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GAME The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
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Elder Scrolls 6 Development Continues Amidst Long Fan Wait

Bethesda acknowledges the lengthy development of The Elder Scrolls 6, with most of the studio focused on the project. Director Todd Howard regrets the early 2018 announcement, wishing fans could 'pretend it doesn't exist'. Despite no recent showcase appearance, Xbox leadership has seen the game and described it as amazing.

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Games Inbox: Is The Elder Scrolls 6 going to be worth the wait?Readers express concerns about the lengthy development of The Elder Scrolls 6, criticizing Bethesda's recent game output and treatment of developers. The discussion also touches upon the shift to digital-only distribution, the impact of layoffs at Microsoft and Bethesda, and the future of subscription services like Game Pass. Metro UK · 6 days ago
More Than 8 Years on From Its Announcement, The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Reportedly Still at Least 2 More Years From ReleaseThe Elder Scrolls 6, officially announced over eight years ago, is reportedly still at least two years away from release. This indicates a prolonged development cycle for the highly anticipated title. IGN · 6 days ago
The Elder Scrolls 6 will be lucky to be out by 2028 says insiderAn insider claims that The Elder Scrolls 6, announced in 2018, is still at least two to three years away and may not launch until 2028 or later, partly due to recent Xbox layoffs impacting Bethesda Game Studios. This potential 10-year development cycle from announcement to release highlights management issues and a significant gap since the last main installment, Skyrim. Metro UK · 6 days ago