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Dungeons & Dragons creator dies
Gary Gygax, cocreator of the pen-and-paper game that directly spawned Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter Nights and influenced the entire RPG genre, has died at age 69.
Gary Gygax, cocreator of the pen-and-paper game that directly spawned Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter Nights and influenced the entire RPG genre, has died at age 69.
NEWS - Posted Mar 4, 2008 7:24 pm GMT
Spot On: Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition
The legendary book of records' compilation of game factoids is due out next month; GameSpot samples some of its interesting informational tidbits.
The legendary book of records' compilation of game factoids is due out next month; GameSpot samples some of its interesting informational tidbits.
NEWS - Posted Jan 30, 2008 4:38 pm GMT
Development of next-gen Elder Scrolls under way?
Bethesda Softworks is recruiting programmers for RPGs on "future-generation consoles."
Bethesda Softworks is recruiting programmers for RPGs on "future-generation consoles."
NEWS - Posted Jun 16, 2004 11:41 pm GMT
Oblivion rerated M for Mature
[UPDATE] ESRB bumps up game's rating from T for Teen, says Bethesda failed to properly report objectionable content in ratings submission.
[UPDATE] ESRB bumps up game's rating from T for Teen, says Bethesda failed to properly report objectionable content in ratings submission.
NEWS - Posted May 3, 2006 9:44 pm GMT
E3 '07: Oblivion GOTY edition announced
Bethesda's epic PC, 360, and PS3 RPG will be getting a special Game of the Year edition that will include both expansion packs.
Bethesda's epic PC, 360, and PS3 RPG will be getting a special Game of the Year edition that will include both expansion packs.
NEWS - Posted Jul 9, 2007 6:40 pm GMT
Oblivion horse armor now availablePony protection posted at a price--$2.50; cost of downloadable content has some bucking and braying.
NEWS - Posted Apr 3, 2006 11:32 pm GMT
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Q&A - Overview, Character Development, FalloutExecutive producer Todd Howard discusses The Elder Scrolls IV's design, console development, editing tools, and even what effect the next Fallout game will have on development.
PREVIEW - Posted Oct 28, 2004 11:33 pm GMT
Oblivion patched on PC, Xbox 360
[UPDATE] Bethesda Softworks' RPG bumped up to version 1.1, duping bugs addressed. Xbox 360 patch now available on Live.
[UPDATE] Bethesda Softworks' RPG bumped up to version 1.1, duping bugs addressed. Xbox 360 patch now available on Live.
NEWS - Posted Jun 7, 2006 12:52 am GMT
More Oblivion content coming, detailedDownloadable content for Xbox 360 and PC expected in "coming weeks"; Bethesda reacts to gamers' thoughts on horse armor pricing.
NEWS - Posted Apr 5, 2006 1:15 am GMT
Bethesda responds to Oblivion rerating
Developer stands by its original ratings submission but will not contest the ESRB's decision.
Developer stands by its original ratings submission but will not contest the ESRB's decision.
NEWS - Posted May 4, 2006 2:38 am GMT
Next Oblivion add-on detailedFor a fee, players will be able to explore the largest dungeon in the game and earn a Daedric artifact that can kill enemies instantly.
NEWS - Posted Jun 1, 2006 6:25 pm GMT
Wizard's Tower add-on available for Oblivion
Third downloadable content pack now available for Xbox 360 and PC; expansion includes a new location packed with mage-friendly tools.
Third downloadable content pack now available for Xbox 360 and PC; expansion includes a new location packed with mage-friendly tools.
NEWS - Posted Apr 25, 2006 12:24 am GMT
Oblivion enjoying epic sales
Bethesda boasts of its next-generation role-playing game's record-breaking sales--1.7 million copies shipped to date.
Bethesda boasts of its next-generation role-playing game's record-breaking sales--1.7 million copies shipped to date.
NEWS - Posted Apr 10, 2006 6:18 pm GMT
Bethesda parent scores $300 million, readying expansion
ZeniMax Media gets massive funding package to help develop massively multiplayer titles and other game development; PS3 Shivering Isles coming to Sony's console solo.
ZeniMax Media gets massive funding package to help develop massively multiplayer titles and other game development; PS3 Shivering Isles coming to Sony's console solo.
NEWS - Posted Oct 26, 2007 12:56 am GMT
G4 announces G-phoria winners, books Jack Thompson
Cable television network names Elder Scrolls IV Game of the Year, invites vociferous game critic to appear on Attack of the Show. [UPDATE] Debate footage now online.
Cable television network names Elder Scrolls IV Game of the Year, invites vociferous game critic to appear on Attack of the Show. [UPDATE] Debate footage now online.
NEWS - Posted Aug 10, 2006 9:19 pm GMT
Den of Xbox 360 Oblivion thieves uncovered
New Elder Scrolls IV add-on debuts on Xbox Live Marketplace; 2.27MB addition targeted at stealth characters.
New Elder Scrolls IV add-on debuts on Xbox Live Marketplace; 2.27MB addition targeted at stealth characters.
NEWS - Posted May 22, 2006 9:51 pm GMT
Lynda Carter joins cast of Elder Scrolls IV
Wonder Woman actress returns from oblivion to lend vocal talents to Oblivion.
Wonder Woman actress returns from oblivion to lend vocal talents to Oblivion.
NEWS - Posted Aug 19, 2005 10:59 pm GMT
Oblivion Mehrunes' Razor add-on dated
Downloadable quest will allow PC and Xbox 360 role-players to explore the largest dungeon in Cyrodiil later this week.
Downloadable quest will allow PC and Xbox 360 role-players to explore the largest dungeon in Cyrodiil later this week.
NEWS - Posted Jun 13, 2006 6:52 pm GMT
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Hands-On - Quests, Characters, Combat, and Living in OblivionWe get our hands on both the PC and Xbox 360 versions of this highly anticipated role-playing game and go back to the virtual world of Tamriel.
PREVIEW - Posted Feb 25, 2006 8:02 am GMT
Take-Two to copublish Elder Scrolls IV, Cthulhu
Grand Theft Auto publisher signs pact with Bethesda Softworks to bring its popular fantasy RPG to PCs and next-gen consoles; will also distribute horror game.
Grand Theft Auto publisher signs pact with Bethesda Softworks to bring its popular fantasy RPG to PCs and next-gen consoles; will also distribute horror game.
NEWS - Posted Feb 3, 2005 7:46 pm GMT
