Bethesda's Todd Howard announced that The Elder Scrolls 6 is still a long way off, despite being playable, as the studio focuses on quality and a creative reset after previous releases. The game was announced in 2018, but no official release date has been provided, and Howard emphasizes patience for fans.
Bethesda's Todd Howard acknowledges that The Elder Scrolls 6 is still a long way off, despite ongoing development and recent play tests, and emphasizes the need for a creative reset after the long wait.
Bethesda's Todd Howard announced that Elder Scrolls 6 is still a long way off, with no release date in sight, citing the long development process and the desire to avoid rushing the game, which may result in a release feeling outdated.
Bethesda collaborated with the Unofficial Elder Scrolls Pages to design a memorial character for The Elder Scrolls 6, honoring a forum user named Loranna Pyrel, through a charity fundraising effort for Make-A-Wish, after missing out on the original NPC design auction.
Fans of The Elder Scrolls VI are frustrated due to the lack of new trailers or updates since 2018, feeling disappointed and resigned to waiting much longer for any news, despite hopes for a reveal at recent showcases.
The article covers upcoming gaming events including Summer Game Fest 2025 and Xbox Games Showcase 2025, highlighting anticipated game reveals such as The Witcher 4, Elder Scrolls 6, Hollow Knight Silksong, and others, along with rumors and fan hopes for titles like Blizzard's StarCraft 3 and Banjo-Kazooie.
Todd Howard of Bethesda reveals that the studio is heavily focused on post-launch support for Starfield, with upcoming updates to be announced soon. While the priority for new development remains The Elder Scrolls 6, work on Starfield and Fallout 76 continues, with the space RPG's first DLC, Shattered Space, set for release this year. Howard refrains from providing specific timelines, emphasizing the studio's commitment to quality and community feedback.
The release of Fallout 5 from Bethesda is uncertain due to the studio's lengthy development timelines and the upcoming releases of Starfield and Elder Scrolls 6. Based on historical patterns, it's speculated that Fallout 5 may not be released until 2031 or even 2033, disappointing fans who are currently enjoying a resurgence of interest in the Fallout series sparked by the Amazon Prime Video show.
Former Skyrim designer Bruce Nesmith hints at potential features for The Elder Scrolls 6, suggesting that it may draw from past Bethesda games and possibly revisit older locations in the Elder Scrolls universe. Speculation points to the game being set in either Hammerfell or High Rock, with potential expansions to Skyrim's magic systems. The highly-anticipated RPG is rumored to release in 2028 on Xbox Series X/S and PC, possibly skipping PS5, and will be available to Xbox Game Pass subscribers at no cost.
Former Bethesda designer Bruce Nesmith suggests that The Elder Scrolls 6 will continue with Skyrim's approach to leveling and may retain elements of the magic system he designed for Skyrim. Nesmith believes that the game will be a mix of new ideas and RPG systems from previous Elder Scrolls games. He also mentions that Bethesda's director Todd Howard will set the overall direction for the game, but many details are yet to be decided. Nesmith emphasizes the importance of a triage approach to creating sequels, where developers must decide what to keep, throw away, and improve. As for the release date, it is expected to be several years away, with limited details likely to be revealed until six months before the game's launch.
New documents from the Xbox vs FTC case have revealed Microsoft's initial reaction to the PlayStation 5's specs, including the Xbox Series X's performance advantage and the PS5's superior SSD. The documents also show Xbox's reaction to Sony raising the prices of PS5 consoles, with Microsoft seeing it as an opportunity to gain ground. Additionally, an internal Microsoft graph confirms that The Elder Scrolls 6 will be exclusive to Xbox consoles and Windows PC. Other news includes the possibility of new Xbox consoles arriving in 2028 and Microsoft's plans to stream PC games from the cloud.
Bethesda's Pete Hines confirms that The Elder Scrolls 6 is in early development, but emphasizes that Starfield remains the studio's priority. Hines states that fans should not expect any updates on The Elder Scrolls 6 anytime soon, as the focus is currently on making Starfield the best it can be. The release of The Elder Scrolls 6 is not expected until at least 2028.
A new mod called "photo mode" has been released for the popular RPG game Skyrim, allowing players to tinker with a robust photo mode feature. The mod includes options such as camera control, time manipulation, player customization, filters, overlays, and more. With Skyrim still being a visually stunning game, this photo mode is a welcome addition for players looking to capture and share their favorite moments.
Xbox boss Phil Spencer has confirmed that Elder Scrolls 6 is still 5+ years away and it's hard to understand what platforms it will be on. The game will not release until at least 2028, which is around the same time the PlayStation 6 and presumably next-generation Xbox will launch. Elder Scrolls 6 was first announced in June 2018 and will have been in development for over a decade on release since its initial announcement.
Shirley Curry, also known as Skyrim Grandma, has denied rumors of her cameo in Starfield and expressed her disinterest in playing the game. She also stated that she is too angry about the wait for Elder Scrolls 6 to fill the time with its sci-fi sibling. Curry previously called out Bethesda for taking too long to finish Elder Scrolls 6 and expressed her desire to play it before she dies.