Has Bethesda apologized for Starfield?

Bethesda hasn't issued a single, formal "apology" for Starfield's post-launch reception, but they've offered various responses: apologies from execs like Pete Hines for Xbox exclusivity (2021), and later, explanations/acknowledgments from developers like Emil Pagliulo and Todd Howard addressing player feedback and expectations, focusing on future improvements, rather than a blanket apology for the initial state of the game, though some fans feel their responses lack sufficient acknowledgment of flaws, as seen in discussions about the DLC and game issues.
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Is Starfield still unplayable?

While “Starfield” has enthralling exploration and fun combat, the game's technical state renders it unplayable.
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Is Bethesda still working on Starfield?

Yes, Bethesda is still actively working on Starfield, with plans for major updates, new features, and story content, including the "Terran Armada" DLC and "Cruise Mode" (planet-to-planet travel) being developed, despite periods of quiet communication, aiming to improve the game based on player feedback. 
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Was Starfield a success for Bethesda?

It's been estimated by reliable sources that the gross sales from Starfield has passed the $2 billion mark. That's quite an amazing figure and show that Bethesda don't have to worry what a few sad individuals say on a platform that they don't even monitor.
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What happened to the Bethesda lawsuit?

After a lengthy legal battle the lawsuit was settled in January 2012, with Interplay receiving US$2 million while Bethesda Softworks gained the right to develop a Fallout massively multiplayer online game, as well as the rights to Fallout, Fallout 2 and Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel after December 31, 2013.
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Did it take 25 years to make Starfield?

The game features an open world in the form of an area within the Milky Way galaxy, containing both fictional and non-fictional planetary systems. Starfield takes place in a space-themed setting, and is the first new intellectual property developed by Bethesda in 25 years.
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Is Skyrim 6 confirmed?

Yes, The Elder Scrolls VI was officially announced back in 2018 with a teaser trailer, confirming it's the next major game after Starfield, but it's still deep in development, with recent updates from late 2025 showing it's moved past pre-production and into active development, though it's still "a long way off" with no release date set, possibly 2027 or later. 
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What was the biggest flop in gaming history?

The biggest gaming flop is often debated, but Sony's Concord (2024) is a strong contender for recent history due to its massive $300M+ investment, eight-year development, and swift shutdown after selling only 25,000 units, making it a catastrophic financial failure. Other historic flops include Atari's E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) for its impact on the industry crash, the highly anticipated but flawed Daikatana (2000) with its infamous tagline, and Nintendo's technologically limited Virtual Boy (1995).
 
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Is Fallout a hit or flop?

Fallout is a great watch, a lot of fun and enjoyment, still not that simple, deceptively smart actually, with a flavour of satire and dark humour, so paying attention is recommendable..
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Did Xbox lose 300 million dollars?

Xbox lost over $300 million in Call of Duty sales in 2024 by adding Black Ops 6 to Xbox Game Pass according to Bloomberg. The lost sales are one of the main reasons that Game Pass subscription prices are increasing despite Microsoft saying they would NOT increase post merge back in 2023.
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What game took 9 years to make?

Too Human: 1999-2008 (9 years)

Too Human had one of the longest and strangest roads to release in gaming history.
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Will Starfield 2 happen?

While there's no official "Starfield 2" announced, Bethesda is working on major updates, including a big "Starfield 2.0" patch and a second expansion (possibly Terran Armada) in 2026, bringing PS5/Switch 2 versions, improved space flight, and fixes, with future sequels possible but distant, depending on player reception and designer focus. 
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Has Starfield flopped?

Whether Starfield was a "flop" is complex: commercially it saw huge initial player numbers (especially via Game Pass) and was a top seller, but critically and popularly, it's seen as a disappointment by many due to uninspired exploration, repetitive missions, and technical issues, leading to mixed-to-negative player reviews and a quick drop in engagement, with its DLC failing to reignite interest, making it a flop in player satisfaction despite commercial success.
 
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What is the #1 game on Steam?

The #1 game on Steam by concurrent players is consistently Counter-Strike 2, followed by Dota 2, with other top performers often including PUBG: Battlegrounds, Rust, and newer hits like ARC Raiders, though exact numbers fluctuate, so checking SteamDB or Steamcharts.com for real-time data is best. 
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Why is the PS5 shutting down?

Your PS5 keeps turning off due to overheating (most common, caused by dust/poor ventilation), power supply issues (loose cable, faulty unit), or software glitches, with solutions like cleaning vents, ensuring airflow (4+ inches clearance), checking power connections, updating firmware, or rebuilding the database being effective fixes. 
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Is Fallout banned in Japan?

Video games are rarely banned in Japan, and it holds the place as one of the top video game producers in the world. However, for some games, usually western, they may edit or censor their games if they appear offensive to Japan, an example being the Japanese release of Fallout 3.
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What is the #1 selling game?

The number one selling game of all time depends on the criteria, but Minecraft is generally considered the best-selling individual video game with over 350 million copies sold, while Tetris often tops lists when all its platform versions (especially mobile) are combined, reaching over 520 million sales, and the Mario franchise leads all video game franchises. For current sales (2025), titles like Battlefield 6 and NBA 2K26 lead by revenue, though these lists often exclude some digital sales. 
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Why did Fallout 76 fail?

Fallout 76 initially failed due to a combination of a rushed, buggy launch, fundamental design flaws (like a lack of NPCs and story), reliance on a dated engine, poor leadership, and broken promises about its multiplayer transition from a beloved single-player RPG, leading to massive technical issues, gameplay problems, and a poor user experience that alienated fans despite ongoing developer efforts. 
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What is the most disliked game ever?

Superman was listed as the worst game of all time by GameTrailers, the worst game on a Nintendo platform by Nintendo Power, and as the worst video game adaptation of a comic book by both GameSpy and GameDaily.
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What is the #1 game ever?

There's no single "#1 game ever" as it depends on criteria (sales, influence, ratings), but Tetris is often cited as the best-selling (520M+ copies across versions) and most accessible, while Minecraft (350M+ sold) and Grand Theft Auto V (220M+) lead modern sales. For critical acclaim, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time often tops lists, but Minecraft's cultural impact and longevity are huge. 
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Has anyone ever 100% beaten Skyrim?

Skyrim finally truly beaten as fanatical player does 'everything that can be done' in the game, nabbing every item and perk in quest to hit level 1,337. This is how our grandparents felt watching the Moon landing.
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Which Elder Scrolls game is considered best?

Ranking The Elder Scrolls Games (Best to Worst)
  1. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. 2006TVideo Game. ...
  2. The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind. ...
  3. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. ...
  4. The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall. ...
  5. The Elder Scrolls Online. ...
  6. The Elder Scrolls: Arena. ...
  7. The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard. ...
  8. An Elder Scrolls Legend: Battlespire.
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Can you build a house in Elder Scrolls?

The Elder Scrolls Online's player housing system allows you to own and personalize homes across Tamriel.
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