All articles tagged with #elder scrolls
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Dexerto
89-year-old YouTuber Shirley Curry, known as Skyrim Grandma, has retired from making Skyrim videos due to boredom and age, expressing frustration with the community and lack of Elder Scrolls VI updates, but she will appear as an NPC in the upcoming game.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Nintendo Life
Julian LeFay, a pioneering developer known as 'the father of the Elder Scrolls' and a key figure in Bethesda's RPG history, has passed away at 59 after battling cancer. His contributions include leading roles in major Elder Scrolls titles and influencing the gaming industry, with his legacy celebrated by colleagues and fans alike.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Eurogamer
Julian LeFay, a pioneering Bethesda veteran known as the 'father of Elder Scrolls' and a key figure in shaping open-world RPGs, has died at age 59 after battling cancer. He contributed significantly to the Elder Scrolls series and co-founded OnceLost Games, working on the upcoming game The Wayward Realms. His legacy in the gaming industry is profound, inspiring countless developers and players alike.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by IGN
Julian LeFay, known as the 'Father of The Elder Scrolls' and a pioneering game developer, has passed away at age 59 after battling cancer. He was instrumental in creating iconic titles like Elder Scrolls 1 and 2, and recently co-founded OnceLost Games to develop the RPG Wayward Realms, which will continue development under his colleague Ted Peterson. His legacy significantly shaped the open-world RPG genre.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Kotaku
Julian LeFay, known as the father of The Elder Scrolls and a pioneering game developer at Bethesda, passed away at 59 after battling terminal cancer. He was instrumental in creating the early Elder Scrolls games like Arena and Daggerfall, and recently co-founded OnceLost Games to develop The Wayward Realms. His dedication and influence on RPG gaming are profound, and he is mourned by colleagues and fans alike.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by GAMINGbible
Skyrim players have discovered an unexpected and massive gold hoard in an apiary, sparking curiosity and speculation about whether it's a glitch or a hidden secret, with some suggesting it might be a mod or bug that Bethesda won't fix soon.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by GameSpot
Shirley Curry, known as Skyrim Grandma, has ended her streaming retirement at 89 to play the recently released Oblivion Remastered, sharing her gameplay and receiving supportive tips from fans. Despite her age, she remains a beloved figure in the Elder Scrolls community, with Bethesda having previously featured her as an NPC in The Elder Scrolls VI. Oblivion Remastered is a top-selling game of the year.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Video Games Chronicle
Avowed, the upcoming RPG from Obsidian, offers a gameplay experience reminiscent of the Elder Scrolls series, with a focus on player choice and character development. The game features a variety of combat options and a sprawling upgrade system, though companion control can be awkward. Despite its potential, Avowed faces a challenging release window alongside major titles like Civilization 7 and Assassin’s Creed Shadows. However, its availability on Game Pass may help it find an audience.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Forbes
The author shares their initial impressions of "Avowed," an upcoming game by Obsidian, expressing initial skepticism but finding reassurance after a hands-on preview. The game features a hero on a quest to a supernatural island, with combat reminiscent of Elder Scrolls but improved, offering diverse weapon and spell combinations. The game includes signature Obsidian quests with meaningful choices and exploration opportunities. While not on the scale of Elder Scrolls VI, "Avowed" shows promise as a smaller-scale open-world fantasy adventure.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by VG247
As The Elder Scrolls Online celebrates its 10th anniversary, the MMORPG has evolved into a thriving and successful game that caters to a wide range of players, offering traditional Elder Scrolls content and social activities. With the upcoming Gold Road chapter and a focus on player preferences, TESO continues to attract a loyal fanbase and remains a prominent MMORPG, outperforming some AAA games and providing a reliable console experience. As fans await future Bethesda releases, TESO offers a compelling and enduring alternative within the Elder Scrolls universe.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by GameSpot
The Elder Scrolls Online's upcoming chapter, Gold Road, will introduce a new Daedric Prince named Ithelia, with the story revolving around her unexpected awakening and the race to find her before others with nefarious purposes do. The chapter, launching in June, will take place in the West Weald area of Tamriel and introduce the Scribing system, allowing players to customize specific skills and appearance. Alongside new features, ESO's 10th anniversary celebrations and events are planned for 2024 and 2025, while The Elder Scrolls VI is still in pre-production, leaving fans with ESO and the recently announced mobile game, The Elder Scrolls: Castles, to satisfy their Elder Scrolls cravings.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by GAMINGbible
While fans eagerly await The Elder Scrolls VI, Bethesda has announced a new mobile game, The Elder Scrolls: Castles, to tide them over. The game, developed by the team behind Fallout Shelter, allows players to build their own dynasty and is currently available in the Philippines with a global launch expected in the coming months. In the meantime, the studio continues to focus on Starfield, with updates and fan-requested features planned for release this year.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Gamesradar
Bethesda has officially announced The Elder Scrolls: Castles, a new mobile game that soft-launched three months ago without any prior announcement. The game, developed by the team behind Fallout Shelter, allows players to build their own dynasty in a high fantasy setting, with citizens being born, dying, and rulers changing. The soft launch is currently available in the Philippines, with plans for a worldwide release in the coming months. Players can pre-register for the game, which is expected to launch in December 2024 or 2025.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Destructoid
Chris Avellone, former chief creative officer of Obsidian Entertainment, revealed that the studio once pitched an Elder Scrolls spin-off game similar to Fallout: New Vegas. The idea was to provide more adventures in the Elder Scrolls setting during the gap between Bethesda releases. However, the proposal did not gain traction with Bethesda, possibly due to the mixed reception of Fallout: New Vegas. Fans are left wondering what could have been, as they eagerly await the release of The Elder Scrolls VI.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by GAMINGbible
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition has received a surprise update, introducing a new paid-for mods section called Creations, which allows players to access community-made content and empowers developers to bring their creations to a wider audience. The update also includes Steam Deck support, Ultrawide Monitor Support for PC players, unification of mods from the Creation Club into the new Creations menu, and various quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes. Skyrim continues to be one of the best-supported video games of all time, thanks to its vibrant modding community.