Fallout, Elder Scrolls studio trademarks Void Engine

By Eddie Makuch Bethesda parent company Zenimax has filed a trademark application for “Void Engine Powered by Id Tech,” suggesting the company has created an all-new game engine. The news comes as the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One are soon to be released, though it is unclear if the new engine is related to the next-generation systems. The trademark application, filed November 8 with the … Continue reading Fallout, Elder Scrolls studio trademarks Void Engine

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Sony: Elder Scrolls Online not originally planned for consoles

By: Eddie Makuch Upcoming massively multiplayer online role-playing game The Elder Scrolls Online was not originally conceived for consoles, according to Sony. Adam Boyes, VP of publisher and developer relations at SCEA, told Game Informer that a console version of the online game was born after Sony and Bethesda met on numerous occasions to discuss the idea. “That game was never planned to come to … Continue reading Sony: Elder Scrolls Online not originally planned for consoles

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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Legendary Edition spotted

By: Martin Gaston The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim could be getting a Legendary edition, if one retailer listing is correct. Polish retailer Ultima (spotted by Eurogamer Poland) listed the game with a June 7 release date, stating the Legendary Edition would include The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and its three expansions Dawnguard, Hearthfire, and Dragonborn. The suggested retail price for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions–199.90 zł–would … Continue reading The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Legendary Edition spotted

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Skyrim 1.9 update live on Steam

By: Martin Gaston Bethesda has officially released The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim‘s 1.9 update on Steam. The patch, previously only available in beta, adds a Legendary difficulty setting and allows players to reset level 100 skills back to level 15, which effectively removes the level cap. Over 70 bug fixes are also detailed, including memory and stability improvements, companions automatically equipping items, and a fixed “rare instance of … Continue reading Skyrim 1.9 update live on Steam

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Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall DLC launches April 16

By: Eddie Makuch A new Dishonored expansion will launch next month. Bethesda today announced Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall, a new story-focused expansion due April 16 on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC for $10. In The Knife of Dunwall, players take on the role of Daud, a legendary assassin who killed the Empress. Players will have access to his weapons, gadgets, allies, and supernatural abilities. “After assassinating … Continue reading Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall DLC launches April 16

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Skyrim DLC on PS3 starts February 12

By: Eddie Makuch Bethesda today announced North American release dates for the long-absent Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim downloadable content for PlayStation 3. The Dragonborn, Dawnguard, and Hearthfire expansions, and the 1.8 title update, have all cleared certification with Sony and will begin to roll out in two weeks. Dragonborn will launch first on Tuesday, February 12; Hearthfire drops a week later on February 19, with Dawnguard rounding out the group when it … Continue reading Skyrim DLC on PS3 starts February 12

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Dishonored DLC Announced For December

By: Spencer Pressly (@torchwood4sp) Bethesda announced that Dishonored will be supported with three add-on DLC packs and the first will be coming in December. The Dunwall City Trials DLC will release on all platforms simultaneously and cost $4.99 or 400 MS points. There will be 10 challenge maps and test players skills in combat, stealth and mobility. These trials will have the player fighting waves of … Continue reading Dishonored DLC Announced For December

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Dishonored adding challenge map DLC

By: Eddie Makuch Gamers who have finished Dishonored have more content to look forward to. The first of three planned downloadable content expansions for Dishonored will launch in December, Bethesda announced today. The first batch of content is titled Dunwall City Trials, and includes 10 challenge maps for $5. The new challenge maps will test players’ combat, stealth, and mobility skills, Bethesda said. The content also … Continue reading Dishonored adding challenge map DLC

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Turbine hires Elder Scrolls designer Ken Rolston

By: Eddie Makuch Lord of the Rings Online and Dungeons & Dragons Online developer Turbine has added new leadership to its studio. The Needham, Massachusetts studio today announced that it has hired Elder Scrolls designer Ken Rolston, as well as former NetherRealm and Zynga developers. JRolston served as lead designer for Bethesda on Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, and was most … Continue reading Turbine hires Elder Scrolls designer Ken Rolston

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Bethesda opens new studio with ex-BioWare dev Rich Vogel

By: Laura Parker Bethesda has announced the establishment of a new Texas-based studio, to be headed by industry veteran and former BioWare Austin vice president Rich Vogel. The new studio–titled Battlecry Studios–will be based in Austin, alongside ZeniMax’s Arkane Studios, the developer behind the upcoming title Dishonored. According to Bethesda, Battlecry is still hiring developers for work on an unannounced project. “We are very pleased … Continue reading Bethesda opens new studio with ex-BioWare dev Rich Vogel

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