Elder Scrolls 6 Years Away, Howard Urges Patience

Bethesda Game Studios director Todd Howard confirmed in a recent interview that The Elder Scrolls 6 remains years away from release, urging fans to remain patient nearly seven years after its initial announcement at E3 2018.

The game, teased with a brief CGI trailer showing a coastal landscape in an unnamed region, has generated significant anticipation among players since The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim launched in 2011. Howard, speaking to GQ magazine, described the project as an "everyday thing" for the studio, noting that he participated in a three-hour playtest recently. "We have hundreds of people on Fallout right now, with 76 and some other things we're doing, but The Elder Scrolls 6 is the everyday thing," he said. Despite daily progress, Howard emphasized that the title is "still a long way off," adding, "I'm preaching patience. I don't want fans to feel anxious."

The extended wait stems from Bethesda's decision to prioritize other projects following Skyrim's success. Howard acknowledged that the gap has grown too long but explained it as intentional. "I do like to have a break between them, where it isn't like a 'plus one' sequel," he said. "I think it's also good for an...