Bethesda Confirms Fallout 5 in Preproduction, Elder Scrolls 6 Top Priority

Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard announced on Friday that "Fallout 5" is in preproduction and "The Elder Scrolls 6" is the studio's primary development focus. This statement follows recent layoffs at parent company Xbox earlier in the month. Howard indicated that the studio's teams are actively developing both titles using the Creation Engine. He did not provide specific release windows for either game but emphasized the long-term commitment to these major franchises. The confirmation of "Fallout 5" provides clarity for fans anticipating the next installment in the post-apocalyptic role-playing series, which last saw a main entry with "Fallout 4" in 2015. "The Elder Scrolls 6" has been in development for some time, with its announcement dating back to E3 2018. Howard's remarks suggest that while "The Elder Scrolls 6" is the immediate priority, "Fallout 5" is also progressing, albeit at an earlier stage. The studio's strategy appears to be centered on leveraging its established intellectual properties with its proprietary engine. The future of Bethesda's major RPGs is now more defined, with both "The Elder Scrolls" and "Fallout" series set to receive new entries. The studio's commitment to these franchises underscores their importance within the broader Xbox Game Studios portfolio. Further details regarding gameplay, narrative, and release timelines are expected to be shared as development progresses on both "The Elder Scrolls 6" and "Fallout 5".