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Bethesda Game Studios Isn’t Using Generative AI Because “Artistic Intention” is Essential

Bethesda Game Studios Isn’t Using Generative AI Because “Artistic Intention” is Essential

“For us, we’re being incredibly cautious,” said Todd Howard, with the studio joining the ranks of Rockstar, PopCap, and more.

Xbox Ally X is Now Nearly $100 More Expensive in Australia

Xbox Ally X is Now Nearly $100 More Expensive in Australia

The Australian price hike comes hot on the heels of a similar one for the Japanese market, which saw it become $200 more expensive.

Starfield News is Coming “Soonish,” Says Todd Howard, But Don’t Expect “Starfield 2.0”

Starfield News is Coming “Soonish,” Says Todd Howard, But Don’t Expect “Starfield 2.0”

"I think it’s the kind of thing where if you love Starfield, we think you’re going to love this," says the studio's creative director.

The Elder Scrolls 6 Developed on Creation Engine 3, Team is “Happy Where It’s Headed”

The Elder Scrolls 6 Developed on Creation Engine 3, Team is “Happy Where It’s Headed”

Bethesda has spent "the last several years" upgrading Creation Engine 2 and is currently set to pass a "big milestone," says Todd Howard.

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Addresses Nintendo Switch 2 Performance Issues in Latest Update

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Addresses Nintendo Switch 2 Performance Issues in Latest Update

Along with general fixes for bugs and crashes, the update also hopes to reduce input lag with new locked frame rate options.

Xbox Ally X Price Increased by Nearly $200 in Japan

Xbox Ally X Price Increased by Nearly $200 in Japan

The ROG Xbox Ally has been unaffected by this, which is likely due to its slower memory when compared to the ROG Xbox Ally X.

Forza Horizon 6 Showcases Four More Stunning Biomes, Including Japan’s Coast and Highlands

Forza Horizon 6 Showcases Four More Stunning Biomes, Including Japan’s Coast and Highlands

Playground Games offers a mesmerising new look at Japan's various landscapes and their weather in its upcoming open-world racer.

Avowed is Out Now on PS5, New Trailer Shows Off The Living Lands and Anniversary Update

Avowed is Out Now on PS5, New Trailer Shows Off The Living Lands and Anniversary Update

The Anniversary Update is also live, bringing New Game Plus, new presets, the Quarterstaff, Photo Mode, Custom Difficulty, and more.

Avowed Review (PS5) – Foresworn

Avowed Review (PS5) – Foresworn

The action RPG returns to the spotlight, but it's still fundamentally the same experience - for better and for worse.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is Coming to Game Pass in March

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is Coming to Game Pass in March

February is looking just as enticing with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition, EA Sports College Footbal 26, and much more.

ARC Raiders, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Borderlands 4 Among 2025’s Best-Performing Games on Xbox

ARC Raiders, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Borderlands 4 Among 2025’s Best-Performing Games on Xbox

It is worth noting that these diverse list of games have been listed alphabetically, and Microsoft has not provided any sales figures.

Forza Horizon 6 Showcases An Array of Gorgeous Sights in Japan’s Lowlands

Forza Horizon 6 Showcases An Array of Gorgeous Sights in Japan’s Lowlands

Playground Games also promises snow all year round in the open-world racing title's Alpine regions, enabling endless Winter fun.

Subnautica 2, Forza Horizon 6, and Resident Evil Requiem Reportedly Top Steam Wishlists

Subnautica 2, Forza Horizon 6, and Resident Evil Requiem Reportedly Top Steam Wishlists

The big three have amassed wishlists in the millions through Valve's platform, according to Alinea Analytics' Rhys Elliott.

The Next Xbox Could Have a Range of Options, But For Who?

The Next Xbox Could Have a Range of Options, But For Who?

An ambitious plan is reportedly underway to expand Xbox far and wide, but will it work when current hardware demands are so low?

StarCraft Shooter Reportedly Developed by Nexon in Partnership With Blizzard – Rumor

StarCraft Shooter Reportedly Developed by Nexon in Partnership With Blizzard – Rumor

The company's Shooter Headquarters is reportedly leading the title, which has begun "full-scale development" and talent recruitment.

The Elder Scrolls 6 Director Likes to “Start Over” With Each Title: “How Do You File Away The Age?”

The Elder Scrolls 6 Director Likes to “Start Over” With Each Title: “How Do You File Away The Age?”

Bethesda's Todd Howard also reveals that even if the studio didn't get the rights to Fallout, it "wanted to do something post-apocalyptic."

Starfield’s Nintendo Switch 2 Port May Not Ever Release – Rumor

Starfield’s Nintendo Switch 2 Port May Not Ever Release – Rumor

The long-rumored Switch 2 port has apparently been "pushed out," according to a reliable industry insider, and may even be canned.

Halo: Campaign Evolved Could Release Before September – Rumor

Halo: Campaign Evolved Could Release Before September – Rumor

Halo Studios' Unreal Engine 5 remake of the classic is allegedly planned for this Summer and could arrive sooner than many expected.

Next Xbox’s SoC Codenamed “Magnus,” 2027 Launch is the “Best Case Scenario” – Rumor

Next Xbox’s SoC Codenamed “Magnus,” 2027 Launch is the “Best Case Scenario” – Rumor

The console's launch hinges on numerous factors, from Windows 11 improvements to the ongoing RAM price crisis, and more.

Gears of War: E-Day Launching in Second Half of 2026, Microsoft Wants to Avoid GTA 6 – Rumor

Gears of War: E-Day Launching in Second Half of 2026, Microsoft Wants to Avoid GTA 6 – Rumor

Double Fine Productions' Kiln is also allegedly launching this April - roughly a month before the release of Forza Horizon 6.