Fallout 76 to add NPCs and a battle royale mode called Nuclear Wasteland
At the Bethesda E3 2019 showcase, Todd Howard admitted to the rough launch of Fallout 76. In an effort to get players back into the game, the publisher is releasing a free update called Wastelanders that will add NPCs, dialogue trees, and a new questline. A battle royale mode is also coming to the game.
Everything we know about Wolfenstein: Youngblood so far
Wolfenstein: Youngblood is the first game in the franchise to star someone other than B.J. Blazkowicz. Set two decades after The New Colossus, you play as his twin daughters on a mission to find him in Paris. Here's everything we know so far from story details to co-op to pre-order bonuses.
Tips and tricks to surviving the pure anarchy in Rage 2
Rage 2 has a big open world, but it doesn't exactly guide you towards its best parts. From upgrades to cool weapons and abilities to side quests, Rage 2 hides a ton of its greatest content. Our Rage 2 beginner's guide will help you get the most out of your time in the wasteland.
How to unlock all Nanotrite abilities and amplify the carnage in Rage 2
Rage 2's combat gets even better when using Nanotrite abilities. There are eleven total abilities, seven of which you have to find throughout the vast wasteland. Not only are these abilities useful to have, but they greatly diversity combat. Here's how to unlock all Nanotrite abilities in Rage 2.
How to unlock the flying Icarus vehicle in Rage 2
You can get across Rage 2's massive open world on foot or in ground vehicles, but for added efficiency, you'll want a flying vehicle. Here's how to unlock flying vehicles in Rage 2, and how to control them once you have them available. The entire process will take you just a few hours.
Tim Willits talks Doom’s influence on Rage 2 and why there are no sniper rifles
Digital Trends had the opportunity to sit down and speak with Tim Willits, studio director behind Doom developer id Software, to find out more about Bethesda's upcoming first-person shooter Rage 2. We talk about what it was like establishing its Doom-style combat, why there are no sniper rifles, and more.
Rage 2 PC requirements are steep, so play it on this custom Dreamcast instead
Bethesda revealed the system requirements of the PC version of Rage 2, which may be too steep for some gamers. Instead of upgrading their rigs, players may first want to join a raffle to win a custom Dreamcast that is capable of running the first-person, post-apocalyptic shooter.
Everything we know about Rage 2
Rage 2 is an upcoming first-person shooter from Bethesda, id Software, and Avalanche Studios. While there's plenty returning from the first entry, there are loads of new features to get excited about. Here's everything we know about the new post-apocalyptic world, weapons, locations, and much more.
Bethesda’s sharp new Elder Scrolls mobile game is blunted by microtransactions
Elder Scroll: Blades brings elements of the most popular open-world RPG to mobile phones. It has many of the features but in its current Early Access state, lacks the real charm and depth of its predecessors. It shows promise, but only if Bethesda acknowledges the game’s current flaws.
Fallout 76 players upset again over Bethesda’s broken no pay-to-win promise
Bethesda is again facing backlash from Fallout 76 players due to the upcoming addition of Basic Repair Kits on the Atomic Shop. The issue is not the Repair Kits themselves, but rather the decision to sell the items for Atoms, which is the in-game currency that may be purchased with real-world money.
Skyrim Grandma will appear in The Elder Scrolls 6 through photogrammetry
Bethesda will use photogrammetry technology to add the likeness of Shirley Curry, known as Skyrim Grandma, to The Elder Scrolls 6. It will likely be a long while before fans see Curry's character in action though, as the studio's director Todd Howard said that the game will not even be in this year's E3.
Bethesda generates a buzz with previews of Fallout 76 brewing station
Bethesda previewed to Fallout 76 players the Wasted on Nukashine quest and the Brewing Station, which will give players the ability to make wines and spirits, beers, and mixed drinks. The beverages, like their real-world counterparts, will grant various bonuses, alongside different negative side effects.
Fallout countdown video spotted in Amazon placeholder for Bethesda game
Amazon placeholders for a Bethesda game were spotted, and they included a countdown video in the style of Fallout. A new Fallout game may be in the works, but with Fallout 76 just released last year, remasters of older titles in the franchise may be more likely, with a possible announcement at E3 2019.
Bethesda’s poorly received ‘Fallout 76’ won’t be going free to play
Rumors began earlier this week that Fallout 76 would be transitioning to a free-to-play structure, but Bethesda has denied that this will happen. The game launched in November to negative reviews, and its price was slashed shortly after release. Bugs and cheating issues have occurred since then.
Bethesda explains why ‘Fallout 76’ players using secret room are banned
Following a series of bans in Fallout 76 brought on by players entering a secret room in the game, Bethesda has explain exactly why these players' accounts have been temporarily deactivated. An investigation is underway, but it's believed that third-party programs are needed to access the room.
Bethesda swings banhammer on ‘Fallout 76’ players visiting secret developer room
Bethesda is banning Fallout 76 players who gain access to the online multiplayer game's secret developer room. The hidden location contains plans for everything, including top-tier weapons and unreleased items, which players acquire and transfer to other accounts before the banhammer comes swinging.
‘Fallout 76’ users’ personal info accidentally leaked by Bethesda
Bethesda accidentally exposed users' personal information on its support site this week, including many who were trying to receive replacement canvas bags for the Fallout 76 Power Armor Edition. Information included home addresses and email addresses, among other personal details.
How a canvas bag caused a firestorm for ‘Fallout 76’ and Bethesda
Players who purchased the Fallout 76: Power Armor Edition are mad at Bethesda's decision to downgrade a canvas bag. Making matters worse was a strange response from the publisher's customer support -- and the revelation that canvas bags were given to influencers at a promo event.
Fans want Bethesda to pay tribute to ‘Grandma Shirley’ in ‘The Elder Scrolls VI’
Fans of 82-year-old YouTube creator Shirley Curry, known on her channel as Grandma Shirley, have created a petition asking Bethesda to include the devoted fan as a character in The Elder Scrolls VI. Curry expressed doubt that she would be around long enough to play the game when it finally releases.
‘Fallout 76’ player stumbles into immortality, seeks help from Bethesda
A gamer who goes by the name Brogadyn on Reddit revealed that the Fallout 76 character has achieved permanent god mode through a bug. It may sound awesome to be unkillable in the open-world game, but Brogadyn is frustrated with the ordeal and is seeking help from Bethesda to end the immortality glitch.
‘Fallout 76’ fixes the biggest flaw in ‘Fallout 4’
'Fallout 4' gave players the option to suck up junk and turn it into new settlements, yet building them was mostly optional. That's changed in 'Fallout 76,' which constantly puts players in peril. You'll want to build a safe haven, and your C.A.M.P. - a settlement you can place anywhere - is just that.
Twitch viewers aren’t tuning in to watch ‘Fallout 76’ gameplay
Fallout 76 has experienced a sharp decline in viewership not just when compared to the numbers for Fallout 4, but also compared to the game's B.E.T.A. period last month. Sales are also way down compared to the previous Fallout game, and early player reactions are not exactly glowing.
Triple nuke strike crashes ‘Fallout 76’ server, leaves unanswered questions
The group of Fallout 76 players who summoned the Scorchbeast Queen by dropping a nuke on a fissure site took the next step, launching three nukes on a single target. They did not find answers to their questions, such as whether a bigger Scorchbeast Queen will appear because the game's server crashed.
Bug is turning ‘Fallout 76’ players into mutants even more terrifying than usual
A bug linked to the Power Armor gear in Fallout 76 appears to be turning players into bizarre naked mutants, complete with extremely long limbs that are more than a little unsettling. The game is officially available now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC after previously being in a beta phase.
Faction-based PvP, new Vault openings coming to ‘Fallout 76’ after launch
Bethesda is already hard at work on post-launch content for Fallout 76. Following its November 14 release, expect to see new quests, events, and C.A.M.P. improvements. Faction-based PvP is also in the works, and more vaults will open. Hopefully we won't have to wait forever to find out what's inside.
‘Fallout 76’ day one patch is 52 GB, bigger than the 45 GB game
Fallout 76 is a 45 GB download, but its day one patch is even bigger at 52 GB, for a total download size of about 97 GB. The contents of the patch remain unknown, but it will include last-minute additions and changes to the game, according to feedback from Fallout 76 B.E.T.A. participants.
Bethesda says ‘Fallout 76’ servers will be online ‘forever’
Bethesda's Fallout 76 requires an internet connection in order to play, but according to communications chief Pete Hines, the company has no plans to ever take the servers offline. It's the first multiplayer Fallout game Bethesda has ever made, after previously developing multiple single-player games.
‘Fallout 76’ may have online multiplayer but it’s still a desolate wasteland
A quick Google search of, "Is Fallout 76 an MMO?", will reveal varying opinions on the subject. Even though Bethesda has stated that Fallout 76 isn't an MMO, players and game critics can't seem to agree, often citing its online multiplayer capabilities as a reason. We're here to settle that argument.
Bethesda loves the Switch, but ‘Fallout 76’ won’t be coming to the platform
Speaking at PAX AUS, Bethesda's Pete Hines said Fallout 76 "wasn't doable" on the Nintendo Switch. He went on to say that every game under the Bethesda umbrella is considered for Nintendo's platform. It seems that the always online component could have been the major hangup for a Switch version.
Want to get into the ‘Fallout 76’ beta? Here’s how you do it
Want to get into Bethesda's upcoming Fallout 76 beta? We know when the program will launch and provide instructions on how to get ready. The game officially launches on November 14, 2018, serving as a "soft-core survival" game where every character you meet is a real player.
W. Virginia isn’t for mutants, but its tourism board doesn’t mind if you think so
Bethesda and the state of West Virginia are partnering on a new tourism program intended to bring Fallout 76 fans to the state. Vault Boy sightings have been recorded across West Virginia already, and Fallout-themed advertisements for tourism will arrive in the future. The game releases on November 14.
Welcome the apocalypse with the official ‘Fallout 76’ intro video
Bethesda has released the official in-game intro video for Fallout 76, which is scheduled to release on November 16. It sets the stage for the tragic events that will follow in West Virginia and across the world. The game's beta test begins in October and will start on Xbox One.
Cancer-fighting 12-year-old Bethesda fan gets chance to play ‘Fallout 76’ early
Game publisher Bethesda recently gave a 12-year-old fan with cancer the chance to try out Fallout 76 early, as well as some cool signed merchandise. The game isn't schedule to officially release until November, but he was able to spend several hours exploring its huge West Virginian world.
Your ‘Fallout 76’ beta progress will carry over to the final game
The progress you make in the Fallout 76 beta test will carry into the full game when it launches, Bethesda has confirmed. The online multiplayer title will be available in its entirety during the beta test, but it requires a pre-order in order to gain access. Xbox One players will get to try it out first.