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After years of anticipation, Bethesda’s Starfield debuted in 2024. The gigantic-space RPG was the company’s first new intellectual property in 25 years, and a lot is going behind it to be something special. Upon its release, the game was met with a positive reception, but that reaction didn’t last long as players felt the game lacked a soul.

Starfield was supposed to be Bethesda’s redemption game. (Image via Microsoft)

Todd Howard and his team didn’t give up on the space RPG, though. In the last year, the team has brought various updates and even a full-fledged Dlc for the game. However, amidst all that, I would like to ask where Starfield‘s “handcrafted planets” were supposed to give it an edge over Fallout and Skyrim.

Todd Howard Didn’t Deliver on Yet Another Thing With Starfield

Ahead of Starfield‘s release, many gamers were concerned about how...

Life has taken a downward series of turns for Richard Garriott, the legendary game developer behind Ultima 7. His groundbreaking design philosophy and intricate world-building inspired generations of developers, including Bethesda’s Todd Howard, who counts Ultima 7 as his favorite game. But his legacy has been overshadowed by recent events.

Richard Garriott in an interview with Rmc. | Image Credit: @RMCRetro/YouTube

The mishandling of the Kickstarter-funded Shroud of the Avatar and a failed blockchain Mmo project have tarnished his reputation. Earlier this year Garriott suggested on social media that he might reacquire Ultima Online back from Electronic Arts. But can Garriott restore his legacy, or has his time passed?

Richard Garriott’s Career Has Had The Highest High But Also The Lowest Lows Image Credit: Origin Systems

In August 2024, Richard Garriott surprised fans by hinting at reclaiming Ultima Online (Uo), the revolutionary Mmorpg that debuted in 1997. Its elements influenced countless modern games,...

Microsoft’s Xbox division was under no pressure to turn its video game franchise “Fallout” into a TV series. That’s one of the main reasons why the adaptation that premiered earlier this year on Amazon Prime Video has worked well for viewers and for dedicated fans of the game.

Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, and Jonah Nolan, executive producer and showrunner of the “Fallout” TV series, gave the backstory of how the TV series came to be during a discussion this week held as part of the Paley Center for Media’s International Council Summit in New York. Spencer and Nolan discussed the growing convergence of gaming IP with TV, film and other forms of media.

Spencer emphasized that the decision to seek a new iteration of “Fallout,” one of Xbox’s most popular properties, as a TV drama series was fueled in large part by the passion...

Earlier this year, Prime Video debuts the first season of Fallout, a new science fiction show based on the long-running video game series from Bethesda Softworks. Fallout was one of the rare game adaptations to break into the mainstream, resonating with gamer fans as well as new viewers who enjoyed its quirky take on the post-apocalypse. Amazon was quick to renew it for a second season, which is currently filming in Lost Angeles, California.

The first season of Fallout had a split narrative: on the one hand, we saw characters like Lucy (Ella Purnell) and the Ghoul (Walton Goggins) roam the Wasteland, contending with mutated creatures, raiders, radiation and other dangers. On the other, we saw the Ghoul's past, back when he was an actor named Cooper Howard in the days before the bombs dropped. Those two storylines wove together in some shocking ways by the end of the season,...

Todd Howard is adamant about his opinion about not changing the game in a way that might become a possibility due to Donald Trump’s win.

Fallout will keep its integrity intact under Howard’s command. Image Credit: Bethesda

Howard has made it very clear that the game will maintain its integrity going forward. He refuses to change the core of the game, which is why he is considered to be a visionary.

Fallout Will Not Be Changed Under Howard’s Command Howard seems to be taking Bethesda in the right direction. Image Credit: Bethesda

Fallout has always been set in the United States. The game explores the country’s imperialistic tendencies in a detailed sense. However, things seem to be looking a little tense ever since Trump got re-elected due to his right-wing policies.

But Howard refuses to bow down to what he might be told to do. He...

Even though Bethesda’s Starfield was received positively upon its launch by fans and critics alike, reactions to the game have steadily become more divisive as time has gone on.

The space-action RPG didn’t deliver upon expectations. (Image via Microsoft)

Public opinion on the game is at an all-time low, and Shattered Space Dlc managed to make things even worse. What could save Bethesda from this mess is following FromSoftware and Hidetaka Miyazaki’s development path, which allowed them to create bangers after bangers.

Hidetaka Miyazaki’s Golden Rule Can Salvage Bethesda’s Starfield

FromSoftware Inc. and Hidetaka Miyazaki are names that are synonymous with phenomenal boss fights, challenging gameplay and quality world-building.

Over the years, Miyazaki and his team have given us top-notch gaming experiences that push the boundaries of the medium. What has allowed the company to establish itself as the top dog in the industry is...

Saber Interactive’s Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 has garnered a positive reception overall in the months since its September 2024 release, and all the future content plans for the title prove that there’s still a lot to be excited about.

Fallout 76 didn’t hit the mark established by the franchise’s previous entries. (Image via Bethesda Game Studios)

As one of the top third-person shooters that leans into the brutality of the Warhammer 40k universe, Space Marine 2 delivers all the gory combat that one wishes for. What’s really great is that Saber presented us with a sequel that didn’t fall into the same trap as Bethesda Game Studios and Todd Howard’s infamous Fallout 76.

Space Marine 2 Didn’t Fall Into the Abyss Like Fallout 76

Bethesda and Todd Howard’s Fallout 76 debuted way back in 2018. Gamers were excited to see what the company had in store. However, upon its release,...

In the world of role-playing games, Bethesda has made a huge name for itself. Be it Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, or Starfield, this American video gaming company has surfaced one of the best role-playing titles of all time. However, the honors for these accolades go to one and only Todd Howard.

Todd Howard has now become the main man behind Bethesda. | Credit: Todd Howard by

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This man is right now the director and executive producer at Bethesda Game Studios. Howard was the main man behind the development of the aforementioned RPG titles, being the game director. He joined Bethesda back in 1994, but right now he is literally the face of the company.

Todd Howard’s Stint at Bethesda The Terminator: Future Shock is where Howard started his journey. | Credit: Bethesda.

Howard was eventually hired as a producer by Bethesda Softworks in 1994. Skynet and The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall,...

Sony is all set to use the same tricks to reignite Ghost of Tsushima’s relevance in the market that Todd Howard masterfully used for Fallout. Howard managed to generate a massive spike in plyer count after the release of Fallout’s TV series on Amazon.

A movie based on this game will have to extremely beautiful in order to do justice to it. Image Credit: Sucker Punch

Sony is all set to do the same for Ghost of Tsushima following the successful run of the game. A spiritual sequel to the game has already been announced, which is all set to debut on PlayStation 5 next year.

Sony Will Do Everything To Juice Out Ghost of Tsushima’s Potential Sony still wants to juice out all it can from Ghost of Tsushima. Image Credit: Sucker Punch

Ghost of Tsushima is an extremely cinematic game that is inspired by movies from master director Akira Kurosawa.

Baldur’s Gate 3, which debuted back in August 2023, quickly became a critical and commercial success, winning five BAFTAs and numerous other awards. Even though it’s been a year since the title’s release, it still continues to lure in thousands of players on a daily basis.

Baldur’s Gate 3 truly revolutionized the RPG genre. (Image via Larian Studios)

The gaming community believes that Baldur’s Gate 3 is the game of the decade, and even Bethesda Game Studio’s boss, Todd Howard, agrees with it. However, instead of just praising the competition, it’s high time for Bethesda to learn and adopt one of the best features in Baldur’s Gate 3 for its upcoming Elder Scrolls 6!

Elder Scrolls 6 Will be a Bust if it Doesn’t Learn From Larian Studios

While you might think that there is bad blood between Todd Howard and Baldur’s Gate 3, with the title sucking...

There’s no doubt that it genuinely feels like a nightmare to play every single game you’re interested in. Some of the industry’s biggest titles right now, such as GTA V, Starfield, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, just can’t be completed in quick succession.

Yakuza’s creator has big plans for his next project. (Image via Sega)

That’s all because these games have huge worlds and maps, and even going through everything one title offers can set you back by hundreds of hours. It’s truly frustrating if you’re someone who looks to keep up with recent releases. However, Yakuza‘s creator, Toshihiro Nagoshi, has vowed that his next project wouldn’t follow this awful path.

Yakuza‘s Creator Promises to Push Smaller and Meaningful Maps Toshihiro Nagoshi is focussing is shrinking the map for his studio’s debut title. (Image via Sega)

While chatting with Famitsu,...

When it comes to an incredible legacy, Bethesda Game Studios is a company that not only has a long history but also a catalog packed with absolute bangers. Without many of the company’s leading RPGs, the genre would’ve turned out to be a lot different.

Bethesda is one of the biggest names in the gaming industry. (Image via Microsoft)

However, there’s no denying the fact that Bethesda’s recent games haven’t hit the mark. Fallout 76 is a tragedy that the studio probably wants to forget, and Starfield, despite its positive reception, didn’t deliver on what the players had hoped for.

What’s the reason for Bethesda fumbling its recent releases? There are many things, but one that might be the biggest factor is Todd Howard’s workaholic nature.

Todd Howard Might Be The One To Be Blamed For Bethesda’s Recent Failures

Bruce Nesmith is...

Obsidian Entertainment’s upcoming RPG, Avowed, is breaking away from a trend in role-playing games by choosing to omit romance options. The game is set to hit the market next February and has been one of the more anticipated titles in recent years. This will set it apart from recent titles like Dragon Age: The Veilguard and Baldur’s Gate 3

BG3 did romance well, but it wasn’t a highlight. | Image Credit: Larian Studios

Game Director Carrie Patel clarified this decision, stating that it wasn’t made lightly. While romance can add depth to character interactions, Patel explained that the team chose to focus on creating proper platonic relationships.

Avowed Won’t Just Be Another Hit RPG Clone

In a recent interview with GamesRadar, Patel explained the challenges of creating romance systems, noting the extensive work required to make them truly impactful.

“It’s a ton of work. You want...

Hello Games’ No Man’s Sky has received many updates since its release in August 2016. The game was initially released for PlayStation 4 and Windows, but over the past few years, the game has been released on several other gaming platforms. VR support was also added in the Beyond update in August 2019.

No Man’s Sky supports 21 platform combinatorics (Image via Hello Games)

In a recent tweet, Martin Griffiths, No Man’s Sky‘s engine programmer, shared a long list of platform combinatorics that currently support the game. Hello Games introduced cross-platform play for all supported platforms in 2020, so this list shows that the studio has optimized its game for all these platform combinatorics.

No Man’s Sky Supports 21 Platform Combinatorics

No Man’s Sky‘s engine programmer, Martin Griffiths, is a well-known name in the gaming industry for his contribution to ProjectCars and EA’s Harry Potter games. In a recent tweet, Griffiths revealed that...

Star Trek: Voyager was a replacement for Patrick Stewart’s canceled The Next Generation, but things differed between both sets when it came to one aspect. Star Trek: Tng would’ve never allowed any of its stars to feel inferior, thanks to Stewart’s interference. Voyager star Garrett Wang did not have a great time on the set of his series due to body-shaming comments from the crew.

Garrett Wang as Ensign Harry Kim in Star Trek: Voyager | Credits: Paramount Television

Wang’s co-star Robert Duncan McNeill also confirmed that the showrunner allowed several lines in the show that took a not-so-subtle dig at their body weight. Wang even recalled that the comments forced him to hit the gym to avoid future mockery.

Star Trek: Voyager Star Garrett Wang Faced Body-Shaming Comments From Showrunner Garrett Wang and Robert Duncan McNeill in Star Trek: Voyager | Credits: Paramount Television

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With recent headlines dominating the news cycle about a certain music mogul, some gaming fans have started questioning the origins of one of Nintendo’s most beloved characters. Diddy Kong, who recently made an appearance in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, has been a staple of the Nintendo universe for three decades.

Diddy Kong in The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) | Image Credit: Universal Pictures/Nintendo

As social media continues to buzz with new developments, rumors, speculation, and conspiracy theories, it’s worth taking a look back at how this iconic character got his name, and whether recent events should have any bearing on his future in gaming.

After all, what’s in a name, and does sharing one with a controversial figure automatically taint a character’s legacy?

The Story Behind Diddy Kong’s Name Diddy Kong and Donkey Kong in Donkey Kong Country (1994). | Image Credit: Nintendo

When Rare was...

Bethesda’s space RPG, Starfield, was the company’s first new IP in 25 years and had a lot behind it to be something special. However, the title failed to hit the mark as it couldn’t match the high standards set by the studio’s previous work.

Starfield was one of Bethesda’s most ambitious projects. (Image via Microsoft)

Even though Bethesda constantly updated the game and even gave us Shattered Space Dlc, it couldn’t be steered away from its core issues. Many believed that the game’s objective of winning the console war for Xbox was a massive failure, but according to Phil Spencer, it was never meant for that purpose.

Starfield‘s Goal Was to Put an End to Console Wars

Even though Starfield didn’t deliver on expectations, its initial phase of release was quite a success. It became the most-played Xbox title, with 6 million gamers during the early access.

Jack Black has become something of a video game movie veteran lately. From voicing Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie to bringing Claptrap to life in (the disastrous) Borderlands, and now gearing up for his role in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Minecraft (why?), the actor seems determined to leave his mark on every major gaming adaptation in Hollywood.

Jack Black as Steve in the upcoming Minecraft movie. | Image Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

But during a recent interview, Black expressed genuine surprise about one particular gaming franchise that hasn’t made the leap to the silver screen yet. The reason behind this particular franchise’s absence from Hollywood, as it turns out, is both fascinating and somewhat ironic.

And it all comes down to a decision made years ago by one of the gaming industry’s most influential figures.

Jack Black’s Take on Gaming’s Biggest Missing Movie...

Nintendo has been too active, looking out for people disrupting the company’s peace by going against its guidelines and causing havoc. One notorious streamer seems to have been on the company’s radar for a while now.

Nintendo takes serious action against a streamer. Image Credit: Nintendo

It seems like the company is not just after Palworld as it has now also sued a streamer for streaming pirated games and emulating Nintendo games on other devices.

After Countless Warnings Nintendo Strike Back Jesse Keighin was seen playing Mario and Luigi Brothership weeks before release. Image Credit: Nintendo

The man who has been sued by Nintendo is accused of streaming pirated games and directing his audience towards emulating Nintendo Switch games, sometimes even before the release of these games.

Nintendo took action against the streamer once it got notice of his notorious activities by sending him cease and desist letters and filing takedown notices.

The next major game for Bethesda and Todd Howard will be the highly anticipated Elder Scrolls, with the attention shifting to the title now that Starfield has had its time in the spotlight.

It’s been a decade since Bethesda has visited the Elder Scrolls franchise. Credit: Bethesda Game Studios.

There’s no denying the fact that the next Elder Scrolls entry is one of the most anticipated games. While Howard still hasn’t shared much about the game, he already has incredible plans for the future of Elder Scrolls 6 which would help it surpass Skyrim!

Todd Howard Won’t Repeat the Same Mistake With Elder Scrolls 6 Elder Scrolls 6 will see extended post-launch support. (Image via Bethesda Game Studios)

In an interview with MrMattyPlays, the director and executive producer of Berthesda Game Studios, Todd Howard opened about the development process behind the studio’s various games and what the future holds.

The Prime Video TV series adaptation of the popular Fallout video game franchise already had a second season in the works before the first season even started streaming – which turned out to be a good move, because Fallout quickly became Prime Video’s second most-watched title (after The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power), drawing in 65 million viewers in its first 16 days of release. Seven months after the show premiered, Deadline has learned that Macaulay Culkin, best known for starring in the first two Home Alone movies, has joined the cast of Fallout season 2. Details on his character are being kept under wraps, but Deadline was able to learn that he’ll be playing the recurring role of “a crazy genius-type character.”

While the first season was primarily filmed in New York (with some filming also taking place in Utah), production is moving to California for season 2. That...

Prime Video’s “Fallout” didn’t forget Macaulay Culkin. The “Home Alone” star has booked a recurring role in Season 2 of the Emmy-nominated drama, Variety has confirmed. There are no details yet to Culkin’s character on the series, but Deadline, which broke the news, wrote that it will be a “crazy genius type.”

Based on the video game franchise of the same name, the series is set two hundred years after the apocalypse. The official description states it follows “the gentle denizens of luxury fallout shelters that are forced to return to the irradiated hellscape their ancestors left behind—and are shocked to discover an incredibly complex, gleefully weird, and highly violent universe waiting for them.”

Culkin’s recent credits include providing a voice on “The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy,” as well as multiple episodes of “The Righteous Gemstones” and as part of the cast of “American Horror Story: Double Feature.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard, released on October 31st, has quickly become one of the most celebrated entries in the entire Dragon Age franchise. This was possible thanks to its immersive narrative, dynamic gameplay, and intricate mechanics. The game also invites players to explore a rich, ever-evolving world where their choices have real consequences, shaping their character and the world’s future.

Players recently discovered the concept art for the characters that didn’t make the cut. | Image Credit: BioWare

Among all the features, one of the standout features of The Veilguard is its companion system, which allows players to meet a diverse group of characters, each with their own personal stories and abilities. These companions can join the protagonist on their journey. While there are seven companions available to meet in the game, recent discoveries have revealed that there were even more potential companions who didn’t make it into the final version.

Creating believable, engaging characters has always been one of the toughest challenges in game development, according to Bethesda’s Todd Howard. This often affects some of the studio’s biggest titles, including Starfield and Skyrim. While both games offer worlds filled with deep lore and systems, fans notice that they lack compelling characters.

Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

These games have been exceptional in graphics, exploration, and storytelling. But players often feel disconnected from the NPCs (non-playable characters), who, while functional, frequently lack depth. This aspect remains a notable gap as modern games try to balance characters and visuals.

Todd Howard’s View On Character Design is Absolutely Correct

When Skyrim launched in 2011, it quickly became a cultural phenomenon, known for its expansive world and endless exploration. However, players soon noticed that the game’s NPCs were somewhat lifeless. This has hardly been a big issue for the game and hasn’t affected its success,...

There’s no denying the fact that the live-action TV adaptation of Fallout was a massive success for Amazon Prime Video and Bethesda. The series managed to get over 65 million viewers in just 16 days and was even nominated for the Emmy in categories such as Best Drama Series, Best Lead Actor for Walton Goggins, and much more.

The Halo TV show simply failed to hit the mark for fans. (Image via Paramount+)

However, the same can’t be said for Paramount’s Halo show. The adaptation of Microsoft’s flagship shooter failed to set the world on fire. Many felt that its failure could be attributed to a lack of a compelling story or not sticking to the franchise’s canon material. However, Bethesda’s boss, Todd Howard, has finally figured out why the Halo show was a massive bust.

Todd Howard Explains Why Paramount’s Halo Show Couldn’t...

In the world of video game development and subsequent live-action adaptations, waiting has become an art form. Todd Howard’s The Elder Scrolls 6 has been teasing fans since 2018, making gamers wonder if the game is more mythical than Skyrim’s dragons.

But just when we thought we’d hit peak anticipation, Nintendo has swooped in with a Zelda movie timeline that might just make Elder Scrolls fans look like they’re experiencing instant gratification.

It will be a while before Link appears on the big screen. | Image Credit: Nintendo

The gaming universe has a new champion of patience, and it’s wearing a green tunic and wielding a Master Sword. Nintendo’s live-action The Legend of Zelda movie is officially confirmed for sometime before 2030—a release window that’s simultaneously exciting and existentially terrifying.

The Zelda Movie: A Decade-Long Odyssey Still a ways off. | Image Credit: Nintendo

Nintendo’s financial...

In the world of reality television, certain unscripted moments manage to shock and capture the audience completely off guard. Such was the case of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Taylor Frankie Paul. The show focuses on the day-to-day lives of eight Utah-based TikTok influencers dubbed “MomTok.”

Taylor Frankie Paul in The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives | Credits: Hulu

While initially these were just videos and garnered millions of likes and comments, one revelation by Frankie Paul was enough to bring this fame crashing down. This would definitely be one of many controversies that she’s had over the years, not to forget her domestic violence case.

While this surely made headlines, it’s nothing compared to the worst scandal on reality television that proved fatal for one.

Taylor Frankie Paul and Her Scandal That Shocked Everyone

Taylor Frankie Paul knows how to stay in the headlines but for all the wrong reasons.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard debuted on October 31st after almost a decade of development. Many doubted BioWare’s ability to bring another worthy entry into the franchise since the studio’s last couple of projects have been a massive disaster.

The Veilguard has proven to be a huge success for BioWare. (Image via BioWare)

However, upon its release, Dragon Age: The Veilguard absolutely smashed it! The game has earned mostly positive reviews from critics and fans alike, proving that BioWare is back to its form! Despite the game’s success, the company has committed itself to not following Bethesda’s strategy when it comes to releasing DLCs.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Won’t Follow Bethesda’s Path to Failure

As much as we gamers detest downloadable content for making us spend more money, Bethesda has given us some incredible DLCs for its games, providing great value. Sometimes, the Dlc is...

To this day, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim remains an experience that only a selected few in the industry can compete with. Thanks to its dedicated modding community, Skyrim has managed to stay relevant and modernized, and it’s incredible to see what the gamers have managed to do with the game. It’s easy to forget that Bethesda ended the official support years ago.

The Skyrim modding community has outdone itself once again and given us a Dlc-sized mod. (Image via Bethesda)

The community-created additions have transformed the game’s look, quests, and gameplay mechanics, providing us with endless ways to enjoy Skyrim. However, developer High Tale has taken things to the next level and given us a Dlc-sized mod, Coven of Crones. Unfortunately, PlayStation 5 owners will be locked out of this incredible experience.

Skyrim‘s Dlc-Sized Mod Will Make PlayStation Players Jealous Coven of Crones breathes a fresh life into the Bethesda game.

There’s no doubt that Bethesda has been the titan of the gaming industry for decades. Despite its recent downward spiral, the company is renowned for creating the Elder Scrolls franchise, several Fallout games, and Starfield.

Todd Howard and his team have given the industry some generational hits. (Image via Microsoft)

These RPGs are known for their large, immersive worlds packed with interesting characters and stories to unravel. Todd Howard and his team don’t mind expanding upon these game worlds with multiple expansions either, since they’re immune to the industry’s Dlc curse.

Bethesda is Safe From the Gaming Industry’s Dlc Problems Bethesda’s games have an unmatched reputation. (Image via Microsoft)

Recently, while chatting with VideoGamer, Skyrim‘s lead designer, Bruce Nesmith, opened up about the game’s development and why it didn’t receive any more than the game’s three expansions despite its incredible success.

It’s been more than half a decade since Todd Howard first dropped the teaser for The Elder Scrolls 6 on us all, and since then, all we’ve been left with is nothing but dust and a space-faring game that, for some, just doesn’t scratch that high fantasy itch.

The Elder Scrolls 6 teaser shot – Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios.

Thankfully, a former Bethesda employee has stepped in to help us with said itch. His independently developed title, The Axis Unseen, offers the kind of experience that just might be the cure for TES6’s prolonged absence, looking to fill a Hammerfell-sized gap in our hearts.

Todd Howard Missed Big Time by Not Releasing The Elder Scrolls 6 Sooner Dovahkiin in Skyrim – Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios.

Nathan Purkeypile, who has served as a lead artist at Bethesda since 2007 and contributed to Skyrim, Fallout, and Starfield, has recently left the studio to become an indie developer.

It shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone that Starfield’s launch and subsequent updates have been a colossal disappointment. With this title, people expected Bethesda to be at its most transformative, but in the end, they found themselves met with all-too-familiar mechanics and ambitious but unfulfilled promises.

The landscape of Va’ruun’kai in Starfield – Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios.

In what sounds like overly optimistic self-praise, however, it seems that some at Bethesda continue to believe that this title represents the studio’s most innovative work yet, claiming that it’s a fresh IP separate from all previous titles. If we’re being honest, these claims seem a little too far-fetched.

Starfield Is No Different From Skyrim in Terms of Game Design Dovahkiin in Skyrim – Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

So here’s the thing—Starfield’s game design is built using Bethesda’s now well-worn RPG formula,...

As the release of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle draws near, fans of the whip-cracking archaeologist are eagerly anticipating their chance to don the iconic fedora and embark on a new adventure. Developed by MachineGames, known for their work on the Wolfenstein series, this upcoming title promises to bring Indy’s world to life in a way we’ve never seen before.

This revelation is likely to make some fans a bit uneasy, though. | Image Credit: Xbox/YouTube

However, a recent comment from one of the game’s developers has raised eyebrows among die-hard fans of Steven Spielberg’s beloved film franchise. While the game looks set to capture the spirit of Indiana Jones, it seems that those hoping for a strictly canon experience might need to adjust their expectations.

A Standalone Adventure in the Indiana Jones Universe

In an interview with IGN, MachineGames Design Director Jens Andersson was...

MachineGames’ next big project, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, is all set to release later this year. The game has been in production for quite some time now but the reveal at Microsoft Gaming’s Xbox Developer_Direct earlier this year created a lot of hype for the game. The game is being developed by MachineGames, with Todd Howard serving as executive producer through Bethesda.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is all set to release on December 9, 2024 (Image via MachineGames)

The MachineGames team working on the game consists of many well-experienced video game developers who used their past experience to make Indiana Jones and the Great Circle a great game. Jens Andersson, the design director of the game, named three games in particular that laid the foundation for the development of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Design Director Talked About 3 Games...

Todd Howard always wanted to create an Indiana Jones game. In 2009, the prolific director of titles like Fallout 3 came close, pitching an Indiana Jones game to LucasArts, the video game subsidiary arm of Lucasfilm. However, the collaboration didn’t end up happening. At the time, Howard and the developers at Bethesda Game Studios were riding high on the critical and commercial successes of 2002’s The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind and 2006’s The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, but even so, Indy remained out of reach for the team.

Now, 15 years after his first attempt,...

After the success of the Fallout TV series, many were introduced to the Fallout video game franchise but it can be difficult to choose the best beginner-friendly Fallout game. A lot of gamers new to the franchise would naturally pick the latest game of the series, Fallout 4, however, diehard fans of the franchise believe that 2010’s Fallout: New Vegas is a better starting point thanks to better game mechanics.

The Fallout TV series popularised the Fallout video game franchise (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

Not everyone agrees with that though, as a viral post on Reddit sparked a debate between fans of Fallout 4 and Fallout: New Vegas. The fans of the franchise have been eagerly waiting for the next Fallout game, but it seems like it is still a decade away.

Fallout Fans Debate Over The Better Beginner-Friendly Fallout Game

Recently, a post on the r/rpg_gamers subreddit asked...

Todd Howard has a great reputation in the gaming industry as a game director, who has released groundbreaking franchises like The Elder Scrolls and Fallout. However, his latest venture, Starfield, had a mixed reception upon its release. While some fans found joy in its expansive universe, others criticized it for lacking the polish expected from Bethesda.

Players are concerned after the recent comment from Howard about the potential delays. | Image Credit: Bethesda

However, Former Bethesda employee, Bruce Nesmith noted in an interview that the launch of sci-fi space RPG is similar to the debuts of franchises such as Mass Effect and Assassin’s Creed (Both of them had some hiccups at the start). Despite this potential, Howard’s recent comments have left many fans feeling uneasy about what lies ahead as he said there might be significant delays in updates and upcoming titles.

Todd Howard’s Comments Resembles Rockstar’s GTA...

In the wake of Starfield’s release and its Shattered Space Dlc, Todd Howard and Bethesda are at a crossroads. The sci-fi RPG was hailed as the studio’s most ambitious project since The Elder Scrolls. But it fell short of fans’ expectations and left not just the studio’s fans but gamers in general disappointed.

Could Bethesda really come back and make it great? | Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

The developers haven’t given up on it though. In a recent interview, former Skyrim designer Bruce Nesmith compared Starfield‘s rocky debut to other successful franchises that needed time to hit their stride. He noted that a sequel to Starfield could be even better.

Todd Howard and Bethesda Are Playing The Long Game

When Bethesda developed Skyrim, they were standing on the shoulders of giants—building off previous Elder Scrolls games like Morrowind and Oblivion. According to Nesmith, this...

When you talk about RPG titles, then you can never go past Bethesda. This American video game developing company has surfaced probably one of the best RPG titles of all time, for example: The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Starfield. Be it enormous exploration areas, stunning visuals, or captivating gameplay, these games have always garnered huge fanbases for this reason.

Bethesda is one of the biggest game-developing studios in the world. | Credit: Bethesda.

One of the major complaints against these RPGs is their massive playtime. You will need around 40 hours to complete the main storyline of Starfield. On the other hand, Skyrim takes a staggering 109 hours to complete the main storyline along with the side quests. However, there was a title that was released 5 years ago that beat all of these RPGs in terms of quality, and it never needed 100 hours of gameplay.

The Outer Worlds Is a Criminally Underrated Gem...

Although Bethesda gave us some genre-defining games such as The Elder Scrolls and Fallout, gamers were left disappointed by the release of Starfield in 2023. The space RPG was the company’s first new IP in years and had a lot of pressure on its shoulders.

Bethesda made a major mistake with its space-action RPG. (Image via Bethesda)

Unfortunately, the game fell short of the mark and proved to be a disaster. The release of its latest Shattered Space Dlc only added to the disappointment, with many gamers feeling that Bethesda has made a series of blunders. However, this is not the studio’s first blunder with Starfield, as one of them took eight years to resolve.

Bethesda’s Worst Blunder Crippled Starfield‘s Development

In an interview, Bethesda’s boss, Todd Howard, opened up about Starfield‘s development right before its release. While the idea for the title has been there for decades,...

Bethesda’s and Todd Howard’s lineup of popular franchises like Fallout, Starfield, and the elusive Elder Scrolls 6 need a lot of focus and resources. But the shadow cast by these titles could block other fan-favorite series’ like Dishonored from ever seeing the light of day.

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Despite previous rumors of a Dishonored 3, the recent closure of Arkane Austin, the primary studio behind the original games, casts doubt on its release. As Bethesda and its parent company, Microsoft, redirect resources to their more “high-impact” titles, the future of Dishonored looks bleaker than ever.

Todd Howard And Bethesda May Have Forever Doomed Dishonored 3

Bethesda’s ownership by Microsoft hasn’t been without its controversies. Microsoft shut down several studios earlier this year. One of these included Arkane Austin, the developer behind Redfall, a title that was not received well for many reasons.

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Todd Howard has shifted his focus towards one Bethesda game that rose to fame this year. This game managed to go beyond the realms of just the gaming medium. This contributed largely to its successful run.

Todd Howard has had a great influence on Bethesda’s success. Image Credit: Wired Yt

Now, Bethesda has confirmed that it will be focusing on bringing more games from this one franchise while the future of its other games lie in the dark

The Wind Blows In Favour of This One Bethesda Game One game from Bethesda has become the favourite child. Image Credit: Bethesda

What is next for Bethesda, following the success of Fallout, which became a cultural phenomenon after the success of Prime’s adaptation of the game? Everybody is talking about Fallout at the moment, and it seems like Bethesda has sidelined all of its other IPs.

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Gaming is a great boon of life. This amazing aspect of the modern-day world destresses our problems and takes us to a wonderful world. Popular middleweight Mma fighter at UFC, Robert John Whittaker, aka ‘The Reaper,’ is also one of us who is obsessed with video games.

Robert Whittaker is a legendary Mma fighter in UFC. | Credit: UFC.Com

Whittaker is the first Australian to win a UFC championship and holds many more accolades. However, it was so far unknown that the Mma star holds an unmatched passion for playing video games as well. He is also linked with a famous Bethesda RPG as well.

Robert Whittaker is Hugely Passionate About Gaming Robert Whittake’s love for gaming is unmatched. | Credit: YouTube/Robert Whittaker.

In an interview with NewsHub, the Australian Mma superstar revealed that he is obsessed with video games. Before any big fight, besides the conventional Mma training and drills,...

It’s time to start making calls for Game of the Year (Goty) 2024 front-runners, as most of the year’s major releases are out. From huge hits like Black Myth Wukong to exciting indie projects such as Hyper Light Breaker, this year has been a fantastic one for the world of gaming.

Shadow of the Erdtree is Hidetaka Miyazaki’s finest creation. (Image via FromSoftware)

Among the plethora of games that have been released in 2024 to date, Elden Ring‘s Shadow of the Erdtree is the biggest standout.It was an incredible addition to the base game and completely shook it up from the ground up. You can consider it as a separate game altogether. While its Dlc nature might knock it out for the Goty race, there’s still a chance when you take everything into account.

Shadow of the Erdtree Can Still Snatch Game of the Year 2024 Award...

Starfield was one of the biggest video games in 2023. Amidst the crowd of Diablo 4, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Alan Wake 2, Baldur’s Gate 3, and many more, the Bethesda title stood firm. However, this space exploration title never went on to fulfill the expectations and hype it created in its long development period.

Starfield was released on September 6, 2023. | Credit: Bethesda.

Along with this title, there are two other franchises of Bethesda that went on to become two of the most successful IPs of the company: Fallout and The Elder Scrolls. Despite the brilliance of the space exploration title, Bethesda seems to be working hard on one of its titles on Fallout Day.

Starfield Lacked in Exploration Aspect, The Elder Scrolls and Fallout Didn’t

Starfield might have been one of the most successful projects of Bethesda. According to reports, this title has so far earned a total of $657 million in sales.

Fallout fans had a lot to digest during Fallout Day 2024, but one particular announcement for Fallout 76 raised eyebrows. While the game has certainly improved over the years, the introduction of the new four-player co-op mode feels very similar to the Space Marine 2 and Helldivers 2 formula.

Ghoulification will also soon be on the table. | Image Credit: Bethesda Game Studios

It’s clear that Helldivers 2 and Space Marine 2’s success this year has set a trend. And it looks like Bethesda is hopping on the bandwagon. But this raises the question, will the studio innovate with it, or is it just an attempt to be a part of the trend?

Fallout 76 Will Join The Co-op Hype Of Helldivers 2 and Space Marine 2

Bethesda introduced The Gleaming Depths dungeon for Fallout 76, designed for up to four players. The new raid will include Mmo-style challenges and the biggest boss ever in the franchise.

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In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war… and apparently, some savage burns from game developers. Tim Willits, the Chief Creative Officer at Saber Interactive, recently took a not-so-subtle jab at Bethesda’s infamous horse armor Dlc while discussing the monetization strategy for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2.

And let’s just say, the Emperor himself would be proud of this verbal Exterminatus.

Tim Willits. | Image Credit: Noclip YouTube Channel

With Space Marine 2 now out in the wild for over a month, players have had ample time to dive into the game’s gory, Tyranid-slaying action. But while the recent 4.0 patch has stirred up some controversy among the fanbase, one aspect of the game that has garnered near-universal praise is its refreshingly straightforward approach to microtransactions.

No Horse Armor Here, Inquisitor

In a pre-release interview with Rock Paper Shotgun, Willits made it clear that Saber Interactive had...

Since its inception in 1997, the Fallout series has been a popular video game franchise around the world. After Interplay and Black Isle, Bethesda took over the franchise and gave fans some exceptional Fallout video games. Fans have been waiting for nearly a decade now for the next Fallout game, but Bethesda gave fans the same Fallout experience, just in the form of a TV series.

Ella Purnell played the role of Lucy in the Fallout TV series (Image via Amazon Prime Video)

With the help of Todd Howard, the mastermind behind the Fallout and The Elder Scrolls series, a series that was canonical to the Fallout games was released in April 2024. The show was a massive success and it’s safe to say that Howard’s approach was what made it special. On several occasions, he has explained that he treated the series like another entry in the video game series.

You’ll be stunned to know, but it’s been six years since Bethesda revealed the announcement trailer for The Elder Scrolls 6. However, the trailer wasn’t much of a reveal. The sneak peek at the future of the franchise was a mere 37-second-long video that gave us a look at a mountain-lined landscape and the game’s logo.

Elder Scrolls 6 is one of the most anticipated games. (Image via Bethesda Game Studios)

Once Elder Scrolls 6 gets a major update and release date, it’s destined to create a frenzy in the gaming industry. However, if Bethesda and Todd Howard truly want the next Elder Scrolls game to be yet another generational hit, they must take a look at the fan-favorite Skyrim mod that introduces us to AI-powered NPCs.

Bethesda’s Elder Scroll 6 Desperately Needs AI-Powered NPCs Skyrim‘s AI-powered enemies are game-changing. | Credit: Bethesda Game Studios.

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In recent years, the gaming industry has been rocked by a collection of failures and controversies. This has left gamers questioning the future of titles being released by gaming companies. Right from unfinished buggy messes to countless predatory monetary practices, the once fascinating world of gaming has found itself stuck in a hole.

No Man’s Sky is a prime example of going from broken to whole. | Credit:s Sony

However, there’s a game that’s setting new standards: No Man’s Sky. Debuting all the way back in 2015, it was quite a disaster at the launch. However, developer Hello Games didn’t give up and continued evolving the game. Today, it’s arguably one of the best bang for your buck as it’s all set to get another expedition, The Cursed, which plans to shake things from the ground up.

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