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Fallout veteran Ron Perlman revealed his first payment for voicing in the original Fallout was reportedly only $40 plus a sandwich, highlighting how little actors were paid early in game development; the title became a major hit and led to sequels, and Perlman’s connection to the series continued with Fallout 76 in 2018, with fans even speculating about a potential Season 2 cameo.
A former Bethesda lead artist, Nate Purkeypile, says TES6 and Fallout 5 are in a no-win situation due to enormous expectations and rampant hate from fans, including threats, meaning even a game as acclaimed as Skyrim would still be met with harsh criticism. He left Bethesda partly because living up to Skyrim’s legacy and the negative fan reaction surrounding Starfield add intense pressure on the next titles.
Chris Avellone argues Bethesda doesn’t fully grasp Fallout’s origins and opts for a colorful, shallow 'theme park' approach, despite praising their open‑world work; he critiques linear storytelling and the use of Speech, as Fallout: New Vegas and potential remakes keep the series in the spotlight with anniversary bundles on the way.
A former Bethesda lead artist says The Elder Scrolls 6 was announced so early to appease fans and that the game faces significant pressure to be a success. He suggests a more focused Tamriel setting and fresh ideas, notes ongoing development with no release date yet, and emphasizes the need for honest communication with the team to manage expectations.
Fallout: New Vegas designer Chris Avellone says Bethesda doesn’t hate Fallout but doesn’t fully understand or care about its roots, arguing the publisher’s take is more spin than faithful homage. The interview traces Fallout’s history from Interplay to Bethesda, touches on the IP bidding saga, and weighs Bethesda’s open‑world strengths against perceived tonal and storytelling missteps in the series.
Donna Marriott, wife of former Marriott International CEO J.W. 'Bill' Marriott Jr., passed away at age 90 in Bethesda, celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary, due to natural causes.
Donna Marriott, wife of former Marriott International CEO J.W. 'Bill' Marriott Jr., passed away at age 90 from natural causes, just after celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary. She was a dedicated community member and family matriarch, survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, with a private memorial planned.
Todd Howard has discussed Fallout 5 multiple times over the years, indicating that while the game is in planning stages and will follow The Elder Scrolls VI, its release is not imminent, with Bethesda prioritizing quality and other projects. The franchise remains a focus, with Howard confirming ongoing development and that Fallout 5 will incorporate elements from the Fallout TV show, but no specific release date has been announced.
Bethesda's Todd Howard confirmed that Fallout 5 will incorporate events and characters from the Fallout TV series, which is set after the existing games, influencing the game's storyline and universe. The game is still years away, with no specific release date, and the show is expected to have multiple seasons, potentially impacting future game content. Meanwhile, Bethesda has not ruled out remasters or sequels to previous Fallout titles.
The Fallout TV series on Prime Video has been a surprising success, capturing the essence of the game through real props and sets, with a highly anticipated second season set in New Vegas, featuring more depth, humor, and surprises, and created by passionate filmmakers and gamers alike.
The second season of Prime Video's Fallout adaptation has successfully expanded the game's universe, boosting game sales and player engagement, while maintaining authenticity and influencing future game development, including Fallout 5.
Bethesda is planning the third season of the Amazon Fallout series, focusing on how the show can influence future Fallout games, possibly through in-game tie-ins or remasters, while also noting that the show's success has already boosted player engagement with existing games. The future of a new Fallout game remains uncertain, with potential crossovers more likely to be seen in current projects like Fallout 76 or remakes, rather than a direct link between the show and a new game.
Bethesda's Todd Howard announced that 'Fallout' Season 3 is currently in the writing stage, with plans to integrate storylines into the 'Fallout' video game franchise, following the success of Season 2 and its weekly release model. The series continues to expand its partnership with Amazon Prime Video and Samsung, aiming to enhance cross-media storytelling and viewer engagement.
Bethesda's Todd Howard and developers provided an update on The Elder Scrolls 6, emphasizing that the game is still in early pre-production and taking their time to ensure quality, with no official release date yet, but it is expected to be available on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation in the coming years.
Multiple reports suggest Bethesda is developing a remaster of Fallout 3, potentially similar to the recent Oblivion remaster, with no official details yet. The game, originally released in 2008, has been playable on newer consoles via backwards compatibility, but a dedicated remaster has not been announced. Bethesda is also working on Fallout 76, The Elder Scrolls 6, and Fallout 5.