Upcoming action RPG developed by Bethesda Game Studios
Bethesda Game Studios has confirmed that Starfield remains a core franchise priority despite recent Xbox layoffs affecting 1,600 staff. Todd Howard revealed the space RPG has attracted over 17 million players who have logged nearly a billion hours, while teasing new Starborn content arriving in 2027.
The Elder Scrolls 6, awaited for over eight years, faces potential delays and development issues due to significant Xbox layoffs affecting Bethesda. Over 50 key Bethesda staff, including veterans, have been let go, sparking fears of replaced talent with cheaper contractors and increased crunch. The game's release, already at least two years away, may suffer further setbacks.
id Software, fresh from completing Doom: The Dark Ages DLC, was exploring ambitious new projects before Microsoft's layoffs hit, including a new Perfect Dark game and a John Wick-inspired noir sci-fi title. The studio's future now hangs in the balance. These projects' fates are uncertain as the studio's workforce was drastically reduced.
Microsoft plans to make more of its top games Xbox console exclusives to incentivize purchases. Titles like The Elder Scrolls 6, potential Fallout remasters, and possibly the next Halo could skip PS5. This strategic shift, led by new Xbox boss Asha Sharma, aims to "reset" Xbox amid financial struggles and a third-place market position.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is accelerating development on new The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Halo games as Microsoft considers restructuring its gaming division, potentially spinning it off. This move could fundamentally alter the gaming industry. Despite uncertainty, Sharma is pushing for faster releases of these core franchises.
The Elder Scrolls 6 was announced eight years ago, yet it remains one of the most anticipated yet invisible games in development. Despite the gaming community's eager anticipation, it was notably absent from the recent Xbox Showcase. This prolonged development period has sparked both curiosity and concern among fans.
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