In March 2021, Microsoft completed its $7.5 billion acquisition of ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Softworks, one of the most renowned game publishers in the industry. This deal brought some of the most iconic game franchises under Microsoft’s umbrella, such as The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Doom, Dishonored, Wolfenstein, and more.

But what does this mean for Xbox fans? Will they be able to enjoy these games exclusively on their consoles or PCs? Will they be able to play them on day one with Xbox Game Pass? And what are some of the future Bethesda games that they can look forward to?

In this article, we will explore these questions and more as we examine how Microsoft’s head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, seems to be pointing at future Bethesda games that will enhance the gaming experience on Xbox Series X/S.

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Starfield is the first new IP from Bethesda Game Studios in 25 years. It is a sci-fi RPG set in a vast open world among the stars. Not much is known about the game’s story or gameplay yet, but it is expected to be a massive and ambitious project that will showcase Bethesda’s signature style of immersive storytelling and exploration.

Starfield was first announced at E3 2018 with a teaser trailer that showed a glimpse of a spaceship and a planet. Since then, Bethesda has been very secretive about the game’s development and release date, but some rumors suggest that it could launch in late 2022 or early 2023.

As for the game’s exclusivity, Phil Spencer has hinted that Starfield will be an Xbox and PC exclusive, meaning that it will not be available on PlayStation 5 or other platforms. In a recent interview with IGN, he said that he wants Bethesda games to be “either first or better or best” on Xbox platforms. He also said that he wants to deliver “great exclusive games” for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. This implies that Starfield will be one of those games that will only be playable on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC, and that it will be included in Xbox Game Pass on day one.

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The Elder Scrolls VI is the long-awaited sequel to Skyrim, the legendary fantasy RPG that was released in 2011 and has since become one of the most popular and influential games of all time. The Elder Scrolls VI was also announced at E3 2018 with a teaser trailer that showed a sweeping view of a mountainous landscape and the game’s logo. However, Bethesda has not revealed any details about the game’s setting, story, or gameplay yet, and has stated that the game is still in the early stages of development.

The Elder Scrolls VI is expected to be a next-generation game that will take full advantage of the power and performance of Xbox Series X/S and PC. It is also expected to be an Xbox and PC exclusive, as Phil Spencer has indicated that he wants to make Bethesda games available “where Game Pass exists”. This means that PlayStation 5 and other platforms will likely miss out on this epic adventure, unless Microsoft decides to make an exception for this highly anticipated title.

The release date of The Elder Scrolls VI is still unknown, but some analysts predict that it could come out in 2024 or later. This is because Bethesda is focusing on Starfield first, and because The Elder Scrolls VI is a massive and complex game that will require a lot of time and resources to create. However, fans can rest assured that Bethesda is working hard to deliver another masterpiece that will live up to the legacy of Skyrim.

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Indiana Jones is a new game based on the iconic movie franchise starring Harrison Ford as the adventurous archaeologist. The game is being developed by MachineGames, the studio behind the acclaimed Wolfenstein series, and will feature an original story set in the Indiana Jones universe. The game was announced in January 2021 with a teaser trailer that showed some clues and artifacts related to Indiana Jones’ adventures, such as a map, a passport, a typewriter, and his signature hat and whip.

Not much else is known about the game’s release date, genre, or gameplay yet, but it is expected to be an action-adventure game that will capture the spirit and excitement of the movies. It is also expected to be an Xbox and PC exclusive, as Phil Spencer has stated that he is “incredibly excited” about the game and that he thinks it will be “a perfect fit” for Xbox Game Pass. He also said that he has seen some of the early work on the game and that he is “blown away” by it. This suggests that Indiana Jones will be another high-quality game from Bethesda that will only be available on Xbox platforms and PC, and that it will be included in Xbox Game Pass on day one.

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Besides Starfield, The Elder Scrolls VI, and Indiana Jones, there are other Bethesda franchises that could potentially get new games in the future. These include Doom, Fallout, Dishonored, Wolfenstein, and Prey. These are some of the most beloved and acclaimed game series in the industry, and they have a loyal fan base that would love to see more of them.

However, there is no official confirmation or announcement about any new games in these franchises yet. Bethesda has been very tight-lipped about its future plans, and has only teased some possible projects without giving any details. For example, Todd Howard, the director of Bethesda Game Studios, has said that he would love to make another Fallout game someday, but he has not revealed when or how. Similarly, Pete Hines, the senior vice president of global marketing at Bethesda Softworks, has said that Dishonored is not dead, but he has not confirmed if there will be a Dishonored 3 or a spin-off. As for Wolfenstein and Prey, there have been some rumors and leaks about possible new games, but nothing official yet.

Therefore, it is hard to say when or if we will see new games in these franchises, and whether they will be exclusive to Xbox and PC or not. Phil Spencer has said that he will honor the existing contractual obligations that Bethesda has with other platforms, such as Deathloop and GhostWire: Tokyo, which are timed exclusives for PlayStation 5. He has also said that he will evaluate each game on a case-by-case basis and that he does not want to take away games from players. However, he has also made it clear that he wants to make Xbox Game Pass the best gaming service in the world, and that he will use Bethesda’s games to achieve that goal. This means that there is a high chance that future Bethesda games, including those from other franchises, will be exclusive to Xbox and PC, or at least have some advantages or benefits for Xbox Game Pass subscribers.

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