Elder Scrolls 6: The Long Road Ahead
The hype surrounding The Elder Scrolls 6 is immense, but the wait continues. It’s been 2,403 days since its announcement, a period mirroring the time between Skyrim’s release and the Elder Scrolls 6 trailer reveal.
A Milestone of Anticipation
Reddit user RoboPup highlighted this significant milestone, emphasizing the prolonged anticipation. This extended wait follows the recent release of Bethesda’s Starfield, with Fallout 5 looming further on the horizon. No release dates have been announced for any of these titles.
Bethesda’s Early Announcement: A Retrospective
Bethesda’s decision to announce The Elder Scrolls 6 so early has been questioned by Todd Howard himself. Former Bethesda employee, Bruce Nesmith, suggests the early announcement was a response to fan pressure. He also voiced concerns that the game may struggle to meet the overwhelming expectations set by Skyrim.
This early announcement contrasts with Bethesda’s approach to Fallout 4, announced and released within the same year (June 2015 announcement, November 2015 release).
The Broader Picture of Game Delays
The lengthy wait for The Elder Scrolls 6 isn’t unique. The silence surrounding Grand Theft Auto VI has also led to its own record-breaking period of anticipation.