August 27th 2025.
Have you been wondering where the next installment of The Elder Scrolls series will take place? I, for one, am not holding my breath for any major announcements at the Tokyo Game Show. Our next chance for a reveal will most likely be at The Game Awards in December, but even then, the odds seem slim. As far as speculation goes, the popular guess is Hammerfell, which admittedly does have a cool name. However, it's worth noting that the first Elder Scrolls game encompassed the entire continent. And with the massive world of Elder Scrolls Online, it's safe to say that all the different lands have been covered quite extensively. Personally, I wouldn't mind seeing a new continent or a return to the capital in the next game for some much-needed variety.
Speaking of variety, I must admit I grew a bit tired of the Nordic aesthetic in Skyrim. Sure, it was beautiful, but it lacked diversity beyond the dreary forests and snowy mountains. As much as I hate to say it, I wouldn't mind a departure from the Scandinavian inspiration. Perhaps something completely different and unique for The Elder Scrolls 6 would be the best course of action. Unlike the Fallout series, which seems to be stuck on the US, there's no reason why The Elder Scrolls can't explore new and exciting locations.
Moving on to other gaming news, I came across an interesting review of Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance. While the game may be good, it seems to lack any new innovations. And let's be real, what happens after that? Another game that's essentially the same? The novelty wears off quickly, and we're back to square one. It's no wonder the series died out in the first place.
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Now, let's talk about 2D retro games. Don't get me wrong, they're great for nostalgia, but they'll never be more than that unless they bring something truly unexpected to the table. And unfortunately, Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance is not one of those games. I know making the jump to 3D can be expensive, but it's the only way these games will stay relevant. And with Sega's 'super games' seemingly dependent on Xbox, it's hard to say if they'll ever make that leap. It's a shame because I believe they have the potential to create some amazing games.
Moving on to another highly anticipated game, The Rogue Prince of Persia. I hate to say it, but I'm not impressed with what I've seen so far. The graphics are worse than the previous installment, and I'm tired of the influx of roguelike games. It's a shame that Prince of Persia seems doomed to fail since the introduction of Assassin's Creed. Personally, I think a new Sands of Time style game would be the only thing that could revive the franchise. But with the lackluster response to The Lost Crown, it's clear Ubisoft hasn't learned any lessons in the last 20 years. Sadly, the franchise is dead to me at this point.
Let's not forget about the ongoing debate of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds versus Mario Kart. While I would love to see some serious competition for Mario Kart, I highly doubt Sonic Team will deliver. The handling in the game has already been described as less than stellar, and let's be real, Sonic just doesn't have the same appeal as Mario. But it's a shame that more reliable developers have seemingly given up on creating racing games. Maybe someone like Capcom could give it a shot with their plethora of iconic characters.
And finally, let's talk about AI. It seems people are relying on it more and more, even for something as trivial as beating video games. Personally, I wouldn't trust AI to tell me my own name, let alone give me complex answers. But it seems people would rather take the easy way out, even if it means sacrificing quality. It's mind-boggling to me, and I can't help but think that maybe real AI should just take over and put us out of our misery.
On a different note, has anyone else noticed how many games are scrambling to avoid the release date of Hollow Knight: Silksong? It's almost unfair to these smaller indie games that have poured their heart and soul into their creations. These are not triple-A titles with massive budgets, yet they still have to compete with such a highly anticipated game. It's a shame, really.
Where do you think The Elder Scrolls 6 will take place? Do you have any predictions or theories about the next installment in the series? It's been a hot topic on the Wednesday letters page, with one reader expressing doubts about Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds beating Mario Kart World. If you'd like to join in on the discussions, feel free to send us an email.
Many fans are eagerly awaiting any news or updates about The Elder Scrolls 6, but it seems unlikely that we'll learn anything at the Tokyo Game Show. That leaves The Game Awards in December as the next potential opportunity for a reveal, but even then, there's no guarantee. Some speculate that the game will take place in Hammerfell, which is a popular theory due to the cool-sounding name. However, I can't help but wonder if the game will go back to its roots and feature the entire continent like the first Elder Scrolls game did. And with Elder Scrolls Online covering most of the different lands, it might be refreshing to see the capital city again.
Personally, I hope for more variety in the setting of The Elder Scrolls 6. While the Scandinavian-inspired look of Skyrim was visually stunning, it did become a bit repetitive after a while. It would be interesting to see a new continent introduced, as we've technically already had a game set in Hammerfell (although it was not widely played). Plus, with the success of the MMO, there's no reason for the developers to limit themselves to the US like they do with Fallout.
In other news, I found the review for Shinobi: Art of Vengeance interesting. I agree that while the game may be good, it doesn't offer anything new to the genre. And with the trend of making sequels that are essentially the same as the previous game, the novelty quickly wears off. It's a shame that these games don't try to innovate and instead rely on nostalgia to sell.
Speaking of nostalgia, I can't help but feel disappointed by the new Prince of Persia game. The graphics look worse than a previous installment, and I'm tired of the constant influx of roguelikes. It's clear that 2D games are not doing the franchise any favors, and the only way to revive it is with a new Sands of Time-style game. However, I doubt that Ubisoft has learned any lessons from the past, as even with The Lost Crown, the game was still filled with generic rage.
Moving on, I have my doubts about Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds being able to compete with Mario Kart. The handling is already being described as stiff, and the character roster doesn't compare to Mario's. Although I would love some competition for Mario Kart, it doesn't seem like Sonic Team is up for the task. Perhaps other developers, like Capcom, could take a shot at it with their extensive character lineup.
Lastly, I find it concerning how reliant people are becoming on AI for video game solutions. They'd rather take a shortcut and get an incorrect answer than put in the effort to find the correct one. It's a shame that developers are having to rush their games to avoid competition from Hollow Knight: Silksong, which is a testament to the hard work and dedication that indie developers put into their games.
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