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Xbox Layoffs to Shut Down Arkane, Cancel 'Marvel's Blade' Development, Says Report

Xbox's massive layoffs include the shutdown of Arkane, and with it comes the cancelation of Marvel's Blade, as per reports.

Player One · Jul 1

"The gates of Oblivion are opening on Nintendo Switch 2": Bethesda confirms August 11 release date

Bethesda has confirmed that Oblivion Remastered will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11, 2026. The announcement gives Switch 2 owners a chance to experience the acclaimed RPG while raising hopes that the release may also bring long-awaited updates to existing platforms.

Windows Central · Jun 30

After a disastrous Skyrim launch, Switch 2 getting Oblivion Remastered in August is less exciting – especially when Bethesda won't show much gameplay footage or fix the existing versions of this RPG

Less than adoring fans

GamesRadar · Jun 30

Bethesda doesn't know if Fallout 76 will ever move beyond America, but does give "a special shout-out" to Fallout London for making the dream a reality

Interview | Fallout 76 creative director Jon Rush and production director Bill LaCoste talk Infestations, the impact of the Fallout TV show, and the future of the shared-world RPG

GamesRadar · Jun 20

'Punished for Following Orders': Insider Exposes Upcoming Xbox 'Bloodbath' Set to Devastate Bethesda

Microsoft's Xbox division is bracing for significant layoffs, with Bethesda among the studios affected, as the company overhauls its gaming strategy ahead of the next console cycle.

International Business Times UK · Jun 20

Elder Scrolls and Fallout developer Bethesda "will be fine" as "they make all the money," but layoffs for the rest of ZeniMax "have begun," Duke Nukem co-creator says

"The cuts may be much deeper than you expect"

GamesRadar · Jun 18

'Fallout 5' Release Date Update: Xbox Boss Outlines Strategy to Slash Ridiculous Wait

A report suggests Xbox chief Asha Sharma may back extra funding for Bethesda and Halo Studios, a move that could speed up the next 'Fallout' game. The update does not confirm a release date, but it does hint at a possible shift in Microsoft's priorities.

International Business Times UK · Jun 16

Xbox Sparks PS5 Panic Over 'The Elder Scrolls 6' Exclusivity as Massive New Tamriel Project Officially Confirmed

Xbox has confirmed the launch of 'The Elder Scrolls: Heroes of Tamriel' expansion for the tabletop game amid ongoing concerns about Xbox exclusivity for 'The Elder Scrolls 6.'

International Business Times UK · Jun 15

XBOX wants to ‘accelerate’ Fallout and Elder Scrolls releases, so we might finally get word if TES6 even exists

It's going to be a rough ride for XBOX if something doesn't change.

Destructoid · Jun 13

The 'Playable State' Trap: Why Xbox Rushing Bethesda's the Elder Scrolls 6 Is Terrifying Fans

Xbox's strategy to expedite game development may lead to an earlier release of Elder Scrolls 6, sparking concerns among fans about potential quality issues.

International Business Times UK · Jun 13