Bethesda at E3 2016
At this year’s BE3 Showcase, Bethesda delivered a deluge of reveals and unveils.
From stunning debuts like Quake Champions, Skyrim Special Edition and Prey, to big updates on DOOM, Fallout and two Elder Scrolls games – along with the global gameplay premiere of Dishonored 2 – Bethesda shined the spotlight on the games you’ll be playing in 2016 and beyond.
Here are the highlights from BE3 2016, along with links to info-packed features, new trailers and more.
Quake Champions
Kicking off the BE3 Showcase, Quake Champions was revealed to the world with a pulse-pounding cinematic trailer. This arena-style multiplayer shooter captures the essence of Quake, while bringing it to a new generation of players who might be experiencing the groundbreaking franchise for the first time. The competitive shooter is built for eSports, and will be blazingly fast on PC, running at 120hz with unlocked framerates.
More here: Quake Champions Announced
Prey
Arkane Studios – renowned for their immersive first-person action games, including Dishonored – brings their unique vision to Prey, reimagining the franchise from the ground up. Watch the announce trailer and get more details on Prey’s story and world.
More here: Prey Revealed
Skyrim Special Edition
One of the most beloved games of the last generation, Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning remastered detail, with all the official add-ons included. Skyrim Special Edition will release on October 28, 2016, and will support full PC Mods on console.
More here: Skyrim Special Edition Unveiled for PS4, Xbox One and PC
Dishonored 2
In the worldwide premiere of gameplay, Dishonored 2 showed off its new setting, new hero, and new mission design. Along with the breathtaking beauty of Karnaca, Arkane Co-Creative Director Harvey Smith revealed new insights into Emily Kaldwin (both her character and her unique powers) along with detailed walkthroughs of the game’s themed missions – including a long look at The Dust District and a sneak peek at A Crack in the Slab.
More here: Dishonored 2 at E3 2016 – New Setting, New Hero, Themed Missions
Dishonored 2 Collector’s Edition
Available for pre-order right now, this premium edition comes packed with highly covetable goodies – including replicas of Corvo Attano’s mask and Emily Kaldwin’s ring, plus much more.
More here: Dishonored 2 Collector’s Edition Revealed
Fallout 4
Bethesda Game Studios revealed three more add-ons, with the first available next week. Get the full scoop on Contraptions Workshop, Vault-Tec Workshop and the game’s final add-on, Nuka-World.
More here: Fallout 4 – Contraptions Workshop, Vault-Tec Workshop, and Nuka-World
Fallout Shelter
More than 50 million people have downloaded Fallout Shelter since it debuted at last year’s BE3 Showcase. But Bethesda Game Studios has much more in store for the free game. Update 1.6 will introduce Quests to Fallout Shelter, with an all-new combat system, new characters, enemies, and locations to explore. Plus, the surprise announcement that Fallout Shelter is coming to PC.
More here: Fallout Shelter – Quests and PC Version Announced
The Elder Scrolls Online
It’s been a busy two years since The Elder Scrolls Online has launched. With more than 7 million players since its debut, ESO has seen numerous updates and DLC packs. The latest – Dark Brotherhood – releases on console this week. But the biggest news might be One Tamriel, an innovative update that allows players to go anywhere and group with anyone, regardless of their level.
More here: The Elder Scrolls Online – Dark Brotherhood and One Tamriel
The Elder Scrolls: Legends
Along with strategic card-based gameplay, The Elder Scrolls: Legends also has a deep story-driven campaign. Find out more about how you can change the past, present and future of Tamriel in the new campaign trailer. Plus, get an update on supported systems – including newly announced support for Mac, tablets and mobile.
More here: The Elder Scrolls: Legends – Campaign Trailer and Open Beta Announce
DOOM
Hot on the heels of its critically acclaimed release, DOOM is back with even more ways to create, play and take on demons from Hell. For starters, DOOM will have a free demo of the first full level of the game – but it’s only available for a limited time! Also, along with a bevy of free updates to SnapMap and Multiplayer, Executive Producer Marty Stratton unveiled the first premium DLC pack, releasing next month.
More here: DOOM at E3 2016 – Demo, Free Updates and Premium DLC
Mods
Countless Mods have already been created for Fallout 4… and with the debut of Mod support on console, 16 million Mods have been downloaded and played on Xbox One and PC (with PlayStation 4 Mods coming later this month). Full PC Mods are also coming to console with the all-new Skyrim Special Edition – allowing players to further customize their gaming experiences. Get the skinny on why Mods matter, and what’s next for Mods at Bethesda.
More here: Millions of Ways to Play Fallout 4 and Skyrim with Mods
Virtual Reality
Not only did Bethesda announce that Fallout 4 is coming to VR devices in the next 12 months, but it was also available as a VR demo complete with guns and Raiders at the BE3 Plus event. Along with a VR tour of DOOM’s hell, this is a just the beginning of Bethesda’s future in virtual reality.
More here: Bethesda Goes Virtual at BE3 2016
