In 2002, I played Morrowind for the first time on the original Xbox, and I fell in love with the incredible open world that Bethesda Softworks (now Bethesda Game Studios) had created. Being able to freely explore the world, join different factions, and even *ignore* the entire main quest felt completely revolutionary, and it was by far the most immersive role-playing experience I’d had up to that point.
Over the years, I’ve played other Bethesda titles, too – from Oblivion and Fallout 3 to Skyrim and, most recently, Starfield.
This page is an archive of my articles and columns about Bethesda and their titles. Here, you’ll find my in-depth pieces leading up to and in the aftermath of Starfield’s 2023 launch, as well as others I’ve written about Morrowind, the Fallout series, and more.
The Elder Scrolls VI Is “Still A Long Way Off.” No Shit.
“The Elder Scrolls VI was announced years too early, contributing to the disappointment fans feel today…”
Game Studios in Danger
“The Xbox situation got me thinking… which other games and studios could be in danger?”
Gaming “Hot Takes”
“We’re going to tackle some controversial topics today…”
We’re Halfway Through 2025!
“I’ve picked five films, five games, and five TV shows that I think could be fun as the second half of 2025 gets underway…”
Bethesda Rumour Roundup!
“I’ve been hearing rumours about Bethesda Game Studios…”
The Oblivion Remaster’s Awful “Deluxe Edition”
“Oh piss off, Bethesda.”
Some Great Holiday Sale Deals For PC Gamers
“As I do every year, I’m going to pull out a few games that I think are worth your attention now that they’re discounted…”
The Elder Scrolls VI: A Game In Peril?
“There are red flags galore and plenty of reasons to leave this game on the shelf…”
Games Industry “Hot Takes”
“As much as I enjoy gaming as a hobby, there are things that annoy me…”
Shattered Space: Thoughts and Advice for Bethesda
“It probably isn’t a great time to be a Bethesda executive right now…”
$tarfield
“There’s no justification for this cash-grab from Bethesda and Xbox…”
Ten Ways To Improve Starfield
“Unless Microsoft and Bethesda take bold action in the months and years ahead, Starfield may very well end up being forgotten…”
Fallout: Season 1 Review
“Despite some issues, Fallout told a story that I was content to follow to its conclusion…”
Fallout: Thoughts on the Upcoming TV Adaptation
“There was enough in both of the trailers to keep me interested, and when Fallout arrives next month I’ll be sure to tune in…”
Xbox & Bethesda Probably Have One Chance To Save Starfield…
“Despite whatever positive spin the PR departments at Microsoft and Bethesda might try to put on it, Starfield is in trouble…”
Don’t Reply To Negative Reviews, Bethesda…
“Here’s a great rule of thumb for any developer, publisher, or creative of any kind: don’t reply or respond to reviews. Ever.”
So you’re burned out on Starfield… what next?
“Having stepped away from the game, I found myself unsure of what to do next…”
Starfield: Further Thoughts
“I think I’m done with Starfield for now…”
Where does Bethesda go from here?
“The way I see it, there are two paths open to the company…”
Starfield: First Impressions
“While I have some critical thoughts about Starfield and the way it implements some of its systems and mechanics, at its core I think it’s still a decent game…”
Review-bomb Starfield by all means… but only if it deserves it!
“Do some people actually take the console wars seriously?”
Starfield: A Question of Scale
“Will the game truly be able to create the sense of scale that it’s clearly aiming for?”
Baldur’s Gate 3 has set a high bar… Starfield, take note!
“Coming just a few weeks apart, comparisons between the two games will be inevitable…”
Ten more Starfield questions
“There are still more questions about the game…”
Starfield: Ten Questions
“There are still some question-marks hanging over Starfield…”
We’re halfway through 2023!
“I’ve picked five films, five television shows, and five games that I’m looking forward to in the second half of 2023…”
My Starfield wishlist
“Every time I think I’ve ran out of things to say about Starfield, I find at least one more thing to comment on!”
Starfield: the things I’m most excited about
“This game, if it lives up to the hype, has the potential to be incredible…”
Starfield: my biggest concerns
“In spite of some worries and fears, I’m still really looking forward to this game…”
Ten games to play while you wait for Starfield
“What’s a wannabe Starfield-er to do?”
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