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June 13, 2026

Get Bethesda games for cheap with this mystery bundle on Fanatical

The VIP Mystery Bundle - Bethesda Edition is available for £5.59 and includes three games, one of which is a mystery title. The primary option features one Bethesda game and two indie games with a Steam rating of Very Positive or higher. There is also a Bethesda AAA VIP Pack option that includes five AAA Bethesda games: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Starfield, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Doom: The Dark Ages, and Deathloop.

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June 12, 2026

Microsoft is looking to speed up development of future Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Halo games

Microsoft is considering a strategic pivot for its Xbox division, which may include spinning it off into a standalone entity or transforming it into a wholly-owned subsidiary. There are discussions about a potential joint venture with unnamed partners to facilitate a smoother sale of Xbox. The company is focusing its resources on its most prominent gaming titles while facing challenges, including the possibility of job losses for hundreds of employees. Anticipated game releases like Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls VI have left fans waiting for updates, and the Halo franchise has seen stagnation since the establishment of 343 Industries. Halo Infinite's content updates ceased in 2025, four years after its launch. Microsoft has not yet made immediate changes but is exploring a broad range of options for the future of Xbox.

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June 6, 2026

Gothic devs are ‘monitoring the sentiment about lockpicking,’ promise a PC patch for crashes by Monday

Gothic's recent remake has generated mixed feelings among players, particularly regarding its revamped lockpicking system. The new mechanic has led to confusion, with players discussing its complexity on platforms like Reddit. One user explained that the lockpicking involves moving multiple plates in a specific order, which can be challenging for newcomers. A contributor expressed frustration with the system, stating it diminished their enjoyment of the game, although they acknowledged it is an improvement over the original. Developer Alkimia responded to community concerns, indicating they are monitoring feedback and considering adjustments, including making the system easier as players invest skill points. The backlash reflects a tradition in RPGs where challenging minigames, like lockpicking, are seen as a rite of passage.

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May 28, 2026

Valve’s new-look Steam Workshop just made modding your games easier than ever

The Steam Workshop has undergone a redesign in 2026, transitioning from beta to full availability. The updated interface features a home page that highlights popular mods, including essential mods like SkyUI for Skyrim. Enhanced search and filter tools have been introduced, allowing users to save search queries with customizable tags. The search functionality scans both titles and descriptions, with adjustable settings for modifiers. A new 'quick view' feature provides essential information about mods without navigating away from the browse section. Users can subscribe, favorite, or add mods to collections directly from this quick view. The update is live, with future enhancements planned but no specific timelines announced.

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May 25, 2026

Before Dishonored, Arkane was tapped to make Thief 4, and my heart weeps for what might have been: ‘We had an amazing pitch for Thief’

The Dishonored series is inspired by the Thief franchise, with Stephen Russell, the voice actor for Thief's protagonist Garrett, voicing Corvo Attano in Dishonored 2. Before creating Dishonored, Arkane Studios was approached by Bethesda to develop Thief 4, as they were seen as the ideal candidate for the project. Co-directors Raphael Colantonio and Harvey Smith have discussed this potential project, expressing nostalgia for an Arkane-crafted Thief game. Thief 4 was eventually developed by Eidos Montreal but received a lukewarm reception. A recent spiritual successor, Thick as Thieves, has also been released with mixed reviews.

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May 23, 2026

14 years ago we published our Elder Scrolls 6 wishlist, and honestly? It still holds up

The February 2012 "Armchair Designer" column in PC Gamer highlighted ten desired features for Elder Scrolls VI, shortly after Skyrim's release. The game is now projected for a 2026 release. Bethesda has since developed Fallout 4 and Starfield, incorporating new systems like settlement management. Fans hope for a return to Morrowind's flexibility and improved stealth mechanics, influenced by design director Emil Pagliarulo's background. The column proposed exploring Akavir, introducing colonial themes and diverse factions, with a narrative that allows for complex interactions between Tamriel and Akavir's cultures. The vision for TES 6 aims to blend nostalgia with innovative storytelling, enhancing player choices and consequences.

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May 14, 2026

15 PC Games That Rely More on CPU Than GPU

In competitive gaming, unique character abilities combined with a 5v5 format create innovative experiences, with high stakes in competitive shooters where low frame rates can lead to defeat, demanding on CPU resources. Baldur’s Gate 3 features an immersive storyline and expansive world, requiring a robust CPU due to its intricate physics and character interactions. Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020 onwards) is a CPU-intensive simulation game that offers real-time world streaming, dynamic weather, and air traffic management. GTA Online allows players to engage in a sprawling open world of crime, with complex AI interactions that demand substantial processing power. Civilization VI, while not graphically intensive, requires significant CPU load for its intricate gameplay mechanics and constant calculations. Counter-Strike 2 demands high FPS and stable frame rates, making it extremely CPU-intensive due to its tactical team-based combat. World of Warcraft is one of the most CPU-intensive MMOs, requiring significant processing power for large-scale battles and exploration. Total War: WARHAMMER III places considerable demands on CPU performance due to its real-time warfare mechanics with vast armies. Overwatch relies on steady frame rates and real-time calculations, necessitating a powerful CPU, while also depending on the GPU for optimal performance. Minecraft's resource generation and real-time world building place significant demands on the CPU across various modes. Call of Duty: Warzone requires a powerful CPU to maintain fast frame rates and execute numerous physics-related calculations on a massive map. Starfield is one of the most demanding PC games of 2023, emphasizing the need for a capable CPU to handle its complex mechanics and expansive environments.

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May 14, 2026

Doom is 10 years old today, and you can pick it up for just $2 on Steam

Today marks the 10th anniversary of the 2016 reboot of Doom, which has established its own legacy in the first-person shooter genre. Bethesda Softworks has reduced the price of Doom on Steam to £1.59/€2, a 90% discount from its regular price. The sale includes a variety of other titles and will end on May 15.

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May 10, 2026

Warner Bros Adds Denuvo to LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Right Before Launch

Warner Bros has updated the Store page for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight to include Denuvo anti-tamper technology, raising concerns about transparency since it was not disclosed at the pre-order launch. Other major publishers, including Capcom, Square Enix, Bethesda, and Bandai Namco, have removed Denuvo from several of their titles, indicating a trend against its long-term use. The game, set for release on May 22, features a narrative-driven action-adventure experience where players explore Batman's origins and navigate an open world with various vehicles.

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May 9, 2026

Stellar Blade is the latest Denuvo game that has been cracked

Stellar Blade was cracked by the cracker known as ‘voices38,’ bypassing its Denuvo anti-tamper technology nearly a year after its release by Sony on PC in June 2025. Unlike typical practices, Sony has not removed the game from circulation. The voices38 crack bypasses Denuvo protections without altering the operating system, unlike the HYPERVISOR Bypass, which requires disabling certain Windows security features. Previous Denuvo cracks have allowed the technology to operate in the background. Legitimate owners of Stellar Blade face penalties while pirates access the game freely, raising questions about Denuvo's effectiveness. Other publishers, including Capcom, Square Enix, KRAFTON, NEOWIZ, Gearbox, Bethesda, Bandai Namco, and Warner Bros, have removed Denuvo from several of their titles.