This tag-team approach to development is indispensable, especially given the sheer magnitude of Bethesda’s projects. Classics like Oblivion, Skyrim, and Fallouts 3 and 4 were massive undertaking, and their successors are expected to be even more ambitious. When you factor in Starfield, the studio’s latest sci-fi epic, it’s clear that even the most passionate fantasy or sci-fi enthusiasts need a change of scenery to keep their output at a high level.
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“Working on a single concept for too long can lead to a sense of monotony,” adds Angela Browder, Bethesda’s studio and production director. “Shifting gears from Fallout to The Elder Scrolls, and then perhaps to Starfield, serves to reinvigorate the team’s creative energy.”
Possessing such a versatile portfolio is a rarity in the AAA gaming industry. While the pressure of fan expectation is immense, it also grants the developers the freedom to experiment. They know that the next installments in their flagship series already have massive, guaranteed audiences waiting for them.
Naturally, fans are eager for more concrete details on these upcoming titles. Todd Howard has been dropping subtle hints about the post-apocalyptic wasteland for a while, but it appears the studio won’t be sharing its full hand until the time is exactly right. Rest assured, we’ll be monitoring the situation closely.
Source: gamesradar.com
