During an engaging hour-long interview with the MrMattyPlays channel, Todd Howard delved into various aspects of Bethesda Game Studios’ current series and shed light on the studio’s future plans.
Here are some of the most intriguing insights from Todd Howard:
Fallout Revelations
- Fallout continues to soar in popularity, especially with the success of Fallout 76.
- Todd Howard hinted at the next mainline Fallout game remaining single-player, emphasizing the importance of getting it right. He believes the series offers a unique gaming experience.
- Howard isn’t concerned about potential competition between Fallout 76 and the upcoming Fallout title. He trusts that releasing them with adequate spacing will allow each game to thrive in its own niche, much like how Skyrim and The Elder Scrolls Online coexist successfully.
- While remastering old classics like the first two Fallout games is a topic of discussion at Bethesda, their current focus lies elsewhere. However, the studio ensures that these beloved titles remain accessible on modern platforms, particularly on PC.
Insights on Starfield
- Development on the Shattered Space expansion kicked into high gear after completing the base game in August-September 2023.
- Most of Shattered Space unfolds on a meticulously crafted planet with its own city, reminiscent of the expansive Far Harbor expansion for Fallout 4.
- The design choices in Shattered Space were not a direct response to player feedback about Starfield feeling vast and empty. Developers aimed to create rich, localized stories within the game’s vast universe.
- Bethesda plans to release significant expansions for Starfield annually, with work already underway on the next expansion.
- While working on Starfield, the team also laid the groundwork for The Elder Scrolls VI, incorporating pre-production elements and innovative technologies for the upcoming installment.
- On average, players can expect to spend around 40 hours immersed in the world of Starfield.
- With numerous projects in the pipeline, there’s no current discussion about Starfield 2 at Bethesda Game Studios.
Inside the Studio
- Despite community criticisms, Bethesda stands by their engine, citing its versatility, support for layered mechanics, player immersion, and rapid content creation capabilities.
- Within Bethesda Game Studios, five distinct teams focus on projects like Starfield, The Elder Scrolls VI, Fallout 76, mobile games, and collaborations with external partners.
- Last month, Bethesda games attracted a record 25 million players, marking a significant milestone for the studio.
Todd Howard’s current gaming lineup includes titles from Bethesda such as the latest versions of Starfield featuring the Shattered Space expansion and Indiana Jones, along with Diablo IV, Forza, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Cyberpunk 2077.
Additionally, Howard eagerly anticipates the return of EA Sports College Football, a series he’s fond of that is making a comeback after an 11-year hiatus.
Original source: stopgame.ru
