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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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November 13, 2025

Forget Fallout 4’s Anniversary Edition — get these deals instead

The 10-year anniversary of Fallout 4 was marked by the release of the Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition, which includes the base game, all six expansions, and 150 community-created items from the Creation Club. The Anniversary Edition is priced at .99, with an upgrade option available for existing players at .99. Alternatives for PC players include the Fallout 4: Game of the Year Edition for .19 and the Fallout 4 Creations Bundle for .79. Fallout 4 is set in a post-apocalyptic Boston, taking place 210 years after a nuclear disaster in 2077, and features settlement-building mechanics. The game has received criticism for its main storyline and speech system, but remains popular, especially after the release of the Fallout television series. Players can also access the base game through Xbox Game Pass, though DLCs and Creation Club items require separate purchases.

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October 18, 2025

Mixing BG3’s tactical combat and Kingdom Come Deliverance 2’s charm, this medieval RPG just made my Steam wishlist

Norse: Oath of Blood debuted at Steam Next Fest, combining tactical combat similar to Baldur's Gate 3 and XCOM 2 with a vibrant charm akin to Kingdom Come Deliverance 2. Players control Gunnar Gripsson and his mercenaries on a quest to find a new home, starting with a mission to eliminate bandits in exchange for villagers' assistance. The game features a grid-based combat system with unique character abilities, allowing for strategic maneuvers. Players can also build a settlement, recruit villagers, and develop facilities. The demo is available until October 20, and the full game will explore a narrative involving Gunnar's quest for vengeance against Steinarr Far-Spear.