Starfield Archives

AppWizard

January 16, 2026

A Steam glitch convinced some Fallout fans a New Vegas remaster was imminent, only to have the rug yanked out from under them: ‘Slowly turning into r/HalfLife’

The gaming community is speculating about potential remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas following the successful remaster of Oblivion. Bethesda is currently focused on developing Starfield and Elder Scrolls 6, and any announcements regarding the remasters may take time. A glitch on Steam prevents users from leaving reviews for Fallout 3 and New Vegas, stating, "You must wait until this product has been released before writing a review for it," which has fueled speculation about imminent remasters. This glitch has also affected other games, such as Kerbal Space Program, and discrepancies in search results for Fallout games on Steam may be due to region-specific packages. Some fans are hopeful for announcements at the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct, while others advise caution regarding the excitement surrounding the remasters.

AppWizard

January 10, 2026

Elder Scrolls fans are taking it well after Microsoft says it’s a ‘big year for games ending in 6’ ahead of its upcoming Xbox Direct showcase: ‘I’m practically living off hopium and copium at this point’

On January 22, Microsoft will host an Xbox Direct showcase featuring the anticipated titles Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation. Forza Horizon 6 is generating significant buzz, especially in comparison to Grand Theft Auto 6. Ride 6 is also set to launch in February. The Elder Scrolls 6 remains a highly anticipated but mysterious title, with fans eager for updates. Microsoft disabled replies to a teasing post, leading to speculation about managing expectations. Todd Howard, the director of The Elder Scrolls 6, indicated in December 2025 that while progress is being made, there is still a long way to go before its release. The likelihood of a full trailer debuting at the Xbox Direct showcase is considered slim.

AppWizard

December 13, 2025

With Starfield’s promised “exciting things” for 2025 still yet to materialize, it feels like we’ve been left to suffocate in space

Fans of Starfield have experienced a disappointing year, with criticism aimed at the game's lack of interstellar exploration and tedious planetary exploration. The official Starfield Twitter account acknowledged fan concerns in March, promising updates that have yet to materialize. The first expansion, Shattered Space, released a year after the game's launch, received 'mostly negative' reviews for its limited content. Despite some communication from Bethesda, including a developer spotlight and hints at a second DLC titled Terran Armada, fans remain uncertain due to the lack of substantial updates and a dedicated expansion page on Steam. As the year ends, the flow of information about Starfield has been minimal, leaving fans disheartened.

BetaBeacon

November 19, 2025

The first ‘official’ Android game spotted on Steam suggests you might not need to buy games twice to run them natively on the Steam Frame’s own chip

Valve's new VR headset, Steam Frame, can play games in various ways, including streaming PC VR games, emulating PC VR games on its own Arm-chip, or playing native Arm games in the form of .apk files. There is a possibility that if you purchase a game for your gaming PC, you may also be offered the .apk version for free to use on the Steam Frame. The addition of OpenXR support may make it easier to get virtual reality games working on different devices.

AppWizard

November 10, 2025

The wait for the Elder Scrolls 6 has been “too long,” says Bethesda’s Todd Howard, while confirming it’s still ages away

Todd Howard of Bethesda acknowledged in a recent interview that the wait for The Elder Scrolls 6 has been "too long" and confirmed that the game is actively being developed, with a playable version already existing and undergoing playtests. He emphasized that The Elder Scrolls 6 is a priority for the studio, describing it as "an everyday thing" and mentioned the studio's philosophy of allowing significant gaps between Elder Scrolls releases to maintain the franchise's integrity. Bethesda's last major release, Starfield, received mixed reactions, with a recent review rating it 7/10.

AppWizard

November 10, 2025

Todd Howard says Fallout 4 “did not resonate” in one key way, but Bethesda has “hundreds” working on the series right now

The Fallout franchise has seen significant highs and lows over the past two decades, with critical acclaim for Fallout 3 and New Vegas, a decline with Fallout 4, and a troubled launch for Fallout 76, which has since improved. Bethesda's executive producer Todd Howard stated that "hundreds" of staff members are currently working on the Fallout series, indicating development beyond Fallout 76. There are ongoing enhancements to Fallout 76, and there are discussions about a potential sequel to Fallout 4 or a remake of a classic title. Howard acknowledged past criticisms of Fallout 4's dialogue system and expressed a desire to learn from past experiences for future projects. The release date for The Elder Scrolls 6 is uncertain, and any new Fallout title is likely further off, but there is hope for a return to successful game development by incorporating player feedback. Fans continue to desire a Fallout game that captures the tone and depth of Fallout: New Vegas.

AppWizard

November 9, 2025

Forget Starfield and Star Citizen, this super-realistic space sim will put your flight skills to the ultimate test

Reentry, a NASA-inspired space game developed by Lyra Creative, has reached its 1.0 milestone after seven years of development. The game balances simulation and gameplay, allowing players to command nearly every system of a spacecraft, reflecting the responsibilities of an astronaut. It includes a Space Flight Academy to help newcomers learn the necessary skills, and each spacecraft comes with a detailed flight manual and checklist. Reentry allows players to experience missions such as reaching orbit in Project Mercury, docking in Project Gemini, and landing on the Moon in Project Apollo. The game is now available on Steam with a 20% discount until November 14, priced at .99 / £23.60, and has received an 'overwhelmingly positive' rating from 97% of user reviews.

AppWizard

October 21, 2025

Starfield isn’t the “calibre” of Fallout or Elder Scrolls, says former dev, but “it would have been received differently” if it weren’t from Bethesda

Starfield has received mixed reactions from players, with some feeling it does not meet the high expectations set by previous Bethesda titles like Fallout and The Elder Scrolls. Bruce Nesmith, a veteran at Bethesda, stated that while he believes Starfield is a good game, it does not match the caliber of its predecessors. He noted that the game's reliance on procedural generation may hinder player engagement and expressed disappointment in the portrayal of alien life, comparing them unfavorably to wolves in Skyrim. Nesmith suggested that if Starfield had been developed by a different studio, its reception might have been more favorable.

AppWizard

October 3, 2025

Helldivers 2 dev explains why the PC version takes a million years to update and has 3X the filesize of the console versions: old, undemocratic hard drives

Brendan Armstrong, the deputy technical director at Arrowhead Game Studios, explained that Helldivers 2's file size on PC is approximately 150GB due to the use of hard disk drives (HDDs) by many players, compared to the smaller size on consoles. To improve loading times for HDD users, the game duplicates certain data files, which helps reduce the "seek" time that can bottleneck performance. Armstrong estimated that around 12% of players still use HDDs. He discussed the challenges of reducing file size without significantly increasing loading times, noting that removing duplicated assets could lead to load times being ten times slower for HDD users. Arrowhead is exploring ways to manage the game's install size while accommodating both HDD and solid-state drive (SSD) users.

AppWizard

September 23, 2025

Starfield’s latest discount is out of this world, so grab it while you can

Bethesda's Starfield is a new science fiction RPG that allows players to embark on an interstellar journey with human and alien adversaries. Players start as a miner and join the Constellation crew, engaging in various side missions and character-driven narratives. The game is designed for extensive play, with the main storyline taking 15-20 hours to complete, but offering much more through side quests. Starfield has a vibrant modding community that enhances the experience, and it is currently available at a discounted price of .19/£31.19, reflecting a 48% reduction. The Premium Edition, including the Shattered Space expansion and additional perks, is priced at .99/£49.01.