‘Fallout 5’ in Preproduction, ‘Elder Scrolls 6’ Is Bethesda’s ‘Primary Development Focus’ Following Xbox Layoffs, Studio Chief Says
Bethesda's gaming roadmap shifts as Fallout 5 enters preproduction and Elder Scrolls 6 takes center stage.
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The brief
Bethesda has announced that Fallout 5 is in preproduction. The studio's chief has stated that Elder Scrolls 6 remains the primary development focus. This news follows recent layoffs at Xbox.
Coverage emphasizes Bethesda's strategic planning amidst industry changes. Pure Xbox, The Verge, Windows Central, Bloomberg and Variety all report on the studio's new roadmap. The Verge and Bloomberg both mention Xbox's recent layoffs.
Watch for further details on the Fallout remasters and updates on Starfield, which was also discussed by Bethesda's studio chief.
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Quick answers
What is the current status of Fallout 5?
Fallout 5 is in preproduction.
Which game is Bethesda's primary development focus?
Elder Scrolls 6 is Bethesda's primary development focus.
Which outlets are covering Bethesda's gaming roadmap?
Pure Xbox, The Verge, Windows Central, Bloomberg and Variety are covering Bethesda's gaming roadmap.
Coverage (5)
- Two Fallout Remasters Announced By Bethesda In Massive New Roadmap Pure Xbox · 2h ago
- Bethesda teases Fallout 5 soon after Xbox’s mass layoffs The Verge · 2h ago
- We spoke to Todd Howard on Fallout 5, Elder Scrolls 6, Starfield, and MORE! Windows Central · 2h ago
- Bethesda Announces New ‘Fallout’ Roadmap Following Xbox Reset Bloomberg.com · 2h ago
- ‘Fallout 5’ in Preproduction, ‘Elder Scrolls 6’ Is Bethesda’s ‘Primary Development Focus’ Following Xbox Layoffs, Studio Chief Says Variety · 2h ago
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