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Todd Howard Says The Elder Scrolls VI Is Still Years Away Despite New Playtests

Howard urges patience, citing fresh playtests alongside a preference for a shorter reveal.

Overview

  • Bethesda has not provided a release window, with Howard saying the project remains a multi‑year effort.
  • Howard confirmed a recent “big play test,” describing the team’s focus on evaluating what the game needs at this stage.
  • The Elder Scrolls VI is now the studio’s “everyday thing,” even as hundreds of staff continue work on Fallout 76 and other Fallout projects.
  • A small, select group of fans have privately seen portions of the game, including through a Make‑A‑Wish visit and a preview reported by UESP editors.
  • Howard floated the possibility of a short announcement window or surprise release, noting Oblivion Remastered’s April shadow‑drop as a successful “test run,” though no commitment was made.