Get ready, Fallout fans – Microsoft has confirmed that Fallout 5 development in officially underway. This news has made gamers around the world excited and curious.
The popular post-apocalyptic series will continue, but one important detail is still unknown: who is leading the project? The people in charge of development haven’t been announced yet, so fans are watching closely for any hints about what’s coming next.
Bethesda’s Focus on Other Projects
In a recent Jez Corden podcast epizode – specifically the Xbox Two Podcast – the well-known gaming journalist confirmed that Fallout 5 greenlit news is now official. However, the development is not being led by Bethesda’s main teams. According to Corden, those teams are currently focused on developing Starfield DLC and working full-time on The Elder Scrolls VI, which is now in a playable state.
Microsoft’s Strategic Shift
To make room for Fallout 5, Microsoft made a big decision: the Xbox ZeniMax MMO was canceled. This game, known as Project Blackbird, had been in development since 2018 and was expected to be a sci-fi online experience. But MMOs are expensive and risky, especially when competing with popular titles like World of Warcraft and The Elder Scrolls Online. Microsoft decided it was better to invest that money into Fallout 5 instead.
Corden explained that Microsoft sees Fallout as a “surefire win.” It’s a well-known and successful franchise with a strong fan base, especially after the hit Amazon TV series. From a business point of view, supporting Fallout is a safer and smarter move than launching a new and untested MMO. While it’s still unclear which studio will lead Fallout 5’s development, fans can be confident that the next chapter in the Wasteland is on its way – even if it takes a few more years to arrive.
Anticipation for Future Titles
The Fallout TV series has grown in popularity thanks to the huge success of the Amazon Prime adaptation. With over 65 million viewers, it has become one of the most-watched video game-based shows in history. This success has introduced the Fallout universe to a wider audience.
The Fallout TV show has made the game series more popular than ever and many fans are now excited about older titles, especially the rumoured Fallout 3 remaster. There’s also more talk online about future Fallout projects, and people are curious about what Bethesda will do next.
Projected Exclusivity and Success
Even with all the buzz, Fallout 5 won’t be released soon. Bethesda is busy with other big projects like Starfield expansions and The Elder Scrolls VI, which is expected in a few years. Because of this, Fallout 5 likely won’t come out until the early 2030s. Bethesda is known for taking time to make their games, so this fits their usual development pattern.
Microsoft believes Fallout is a strong and safe bet for success. It plays a big role in their future game plan. Compared to other Xbox titles, Fallout has a bigger fan base and a long history of success. While some games are being released on other platforms, Fallout 5 is expected to stay exclusive to Xbox and PC.