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Bethesda Confirms Fallout 5 Preproduction and Starfield’s 17M Players with New DLC Plans - July 2026

Video GamesFriday, July 17, 2026

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  • Bethesda Game Studios has outlined an ambitious roadmap including Fallout 5, currently in preproduction using the Creation Engine 3, and The Elder Scrolls 6, which remains on schedule after eight years in development. The studio also confirmed remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas and announced a Fallout Shelter TV series planned for 2027, demonstrating expansion across games and media.[GamesRadar+][GamesIndustry.biz][PC Gamer]
  • Starfield continues to be a major focus for Bethesda, boasting over 17 million players since its 2023 release. The studio has committed to new content including the Starborn DLC set for 2027, ensuring ongoing updates and extended support for the sci-fi RPG on Xbox and PC.[IGN]
  • Grand Theft Auto 6 has achieved a record-breaking pre-order campaign with over $260 million generated globally, led by $180 million from the US and five European countries. This positions GTA 6 as one of the most anticipated and commercially successful game launches to date.[Eurogamer]
  • Square Enix and Lightspeed have confirmed that Final Fantasy 14's mobile adaptation will shut down in September 2026 due to lack of continued viability. This termination highlights the challenges MMO adaptations face on mobile platforms even with strong PC origins.[PCGamesN]
  • Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced has surpassed three million units sold worldwide. To capitalize on this success, Ubisoft is developing a New Game Plus mode to add replay value and sustain player engagement.[IGN]
  • Xbox Game Pass welcomed Ascend to Zero, a roguelike praised for combining elements from Vampire Survivors and Hades, marking it as one of 2026's standout indie releases. The game is available for Xbox and PC subscribers, expanding the diversity of the Game Pass catalog.[Polygon]
  • Hytale offered a comprehensive preview of its upcoming content through 22 videos, 37 images, and extensive written details, aiming to energize its fan base ahead of launch. The game continues to build anticipation across PC and console platforms with this in-depth showcase.[PC Gamer]
  • The Rise of the Tomb Raider received a performance and stability patch on Nintendo's Switch 2, improving crash issues and glitches. Aspyr’s update ensures a smoother experience for players on the platform, maintaining support for the title.[Nintendo Life]

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