Microsoft has extended the consultation period for Arkane Lyon by one month while actively seeking a buyer for the studio. Development on Marvel's Blade continues during this process, which began in July and was originally set to conclude on November 13. Union representatives have criticized the potential divestiture as contradictory to previous assurances about the studio's financial health.
Former Bethesda designer Bruce Nesmith reveals that Todd Howard's protectiveness over The Elder Scrolls franchise prevented a New Vegas-style spinoff, while The Elder Scrolls Online filled the gap for fans. The Elder Scrolls 6, announced in 2018, remains years away as of 2026.
