The Ultimate Compilation of Bethesda's Gaming Masterpieces

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Bethesda's portfolio of games is vast and varied, with a diverse range of genres and successful franchises like The Elder Scrolls and Fallout.

Bethesda Game Studios is renowned for its iconic titles like Morrowind, Oblivion, and Skyrim, along with their recent release, Starfield. They have collaborated with id Software to create the adrenaline-pumping FPS series, Doom, while Arkane Studios is recognized for their stealth-based games such as Dishonored and Deathloop. Additionally, MachineGames has successfully revived the Wolfenstein series, and various other developers have also published games under the Bethesda umbrella.

Bethesda, a renowned name in the gaming community, is responsible for creating some of the most memorable titles. Whether it's the beloved Elder Scrolls series or the action-packed Doom franchise, Bethesda has garnered praise from gamers of all generations. The recent acquisition of Bethesda by Microsoft has opened up numerous possibilities for both companies and has left the community eagerly anticipating what's to come.

Like any successful company, Bethesda has had its fair share of successes and setbacks throughout the years. However, standout releases like Oblivion, Fallout 3, and the upcoming Starfield in 2023 have solidified the developer's legacy. Additionally, Bethesda's portfolio extends beyond their in-house projects, as they have published numerous games from other developers, some of which belong to the ZeniMax Media family. This vast and diverse catalog showcases the breadth of Bethesda's contributions to the gaming industry.

In-House Titles From The House of Bethesda Softworks

For the initial two decades of its existence, Bethesda Softworks both developed and published its own titles. This early period was instrumental in defining the trajectory of the publishing house. Notably, Bethesda demonstrated an impressive range of genres, a feat that eludes many other publishing houses. Some of these titles became the foundation of their own prosperous franchises, such as The Elder Scrolls series.

Gridiron! (1986)

Wayne Gretzky Hockey (1988)

Hockey League Simulator (1989)

Wayne Gretzky Hockey 2 (1990)

The Terminator (1991)

Home Alone (1991)

Where's Waldo (1991)

Jointly with Mirage Graphics: NCAA Basketball: Road to the Final Four (1991)

Hockey League Simulator 2 (1992)

Wayne Gretzky Hockey 3 (1992)

The Terminator: 2029 (1992)

The Terminator: Rampage (1993)

Sword of Sodan (1993)

NCAA Basketball: Road to the Final Four 2 (1994)

Delta 5 (1994)

The Elder Scrolls: Arena (1994)

The Terminator: Future Shock (1995)

PBA Bowling (1995)

The Elder Scrolls 2: Daggerfall (1996)

Skynet (1996)

XCar: Experimental Racing (1997)

An Elder Scrolls Legend: Battlespire (1997)

The Elder Scrolls Adventures: Redguard (1998)

NIRA Intense Import Drag Racing (1999)

PBA Tour Bowling 2001 (2000)

IHRA Drag Racing (2000)

IHRA Professional Drag Racing 2005 (Console: 2004; PC: 2005)

IHRA Drag Racing: Sportsman Edition (2006)

Titles Developed By Bethesda Game Studios

Bethesda Game Studios, a well-established developer for nearly twenty years, has achieved numerous remarkable achievements. Notably, they are known for spearheading the immensely popular Fallout series and acquiring The Elder Scrolls franchise starting from its third installment, ultimately transforming it into an iconic phenomenon. In 2023, the studio unveiled Starfield, their long-awaited original intellectual property. As a key milestone, The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind was released in 2002.

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion (2006)

Fallout 3 (2008)

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim (2011)

Fallout Shelter (2015)

Fallout 4 (2015)

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim – Special Edition (2016)

Fallout 76 (2018)

The Elder Scrolls: Blades (for Android and iOS: 2019)

Starfield (2023)

id Software: Encouraging Players To Go On A Rampage

The collaboration between id Software and Bethesda has resulted in the creation of a highly acclaimed video game FPS series, Doom. This series has gained widespread popularity thanks to its intense and action-packed gameplay, filled with thrilling scenes of gore. While id Software has also developed other noteworthy titles like Rage and Quake, it is evident that Doom stands out as the flagship intellectual property for the studio.

Quake Live (2010)

Quake 3 Arena Arcade (2010)

Rage (2011)

Doom 3 BFG Edition (2012)

Doom (Re-Release) (2012)

Doom 2 (Re-Release) (2012)

Doom (Reboot) (2016)

Quake Champions (2017)

Rage 2 (2019)

Doom Eternal (2020)

Arkane Studios: Dishonored, Deathloop, And More

Arkane Studios embarked on their Bethesda venture with Dishonored, a game that has been widely hailed as one of the greatest stealth titles ever made. Furthermore, the studio is also credited with the creation of Prey, a captivating sci-fi horror experience drawing inspiration from the likes of System Shock and BioShock. While not every game they produce may reach masterpiece status, Arkane's releases are consistently noteworthy. Dishonored, initially released in 2012, stands as a prime example of their groundbreaking work.

Dishonored (Definitive Edition) (Xbox One and PS4: 2015)

Dishonored 2 (2016)

Prey (2017)

Dishonored: Death of the Outsider (Standalone Expansion) (2017)

Wolfenstein: Youngblood (2019)

Wolfenstein: Cyberpilot (PSVR and HTC Vive: 2019)

Deathloop (2021)

Redfall (2023)

MachineGames: The House That Revived Wolfenstein

MachineGames is credited with bringing back the Wolfenstein series, a popular alt-history collection by Bethesda. Despite changing hands among various publishers, the franchise had already achieved blockbuster status. However, it is widely agreed that Bethesda was the perfect fit for reviving the series, which hadn't seen a new title since 2009 (Wolfenstein, published by Activision).

In a departure from previous installments, these games transport players to an alternate timeline where the Nazis have triumphed in the Second World War. The series quickly gained popularity and has received numerous prestigious awards. Wolfenstein: The New Colossus, the third title in the series, was recognized at The Game Awards 2017 as the "Best Action Game."

MachineGames, in collaboration with Arkane Studios, developed the last two titles in the series. Unfortunately, both titles failed to match the critical and commercial success of their predecessors, leading to criticism of Wolfenstein: Youngblood and Cyberpilot.

Furthermore, MachineGames is currently engaged in an exhilarating new project centered around Indiana Jones.

Wolfenstein: The New Order (2014)

Wolfenstein: The Old Blood (2015)

Wolfenstein: The New Colossus (2017)

Jointly with Arkane Studios: Wolfenstein: Youngblood (2019)

Jointly with Arkane Studios: Wolfenstein: Cyberpilot (PSVR and HTC Vive: 2019)

Titles From Others Developers, Published by Bethesda

Bethesda typically adheres to a format where a specific development house is entrusted with a particular franchise or series. An example of this is id Software, which has exclusively handled the Doom and Rage series, and MachineGames, which has been responsible for the revived Wolfenstein franchise. However, Bethesda made an exception for Fallout: New Vegas, a spinoff title from the renowned franchise, by bringing in Obsidian Entertainment.

Speaking of various developers affiliated with Bethesda, it is necessary to mention Tango Gameworks, the renowned team responsible for the widely recognized survival horror franchise, The Evil Within. Following the launch of the sequel, Tango has expanded its scope by delving into different genres, resulting in the creation of Ghostwire: Tokyo and Hi-Fi Rush.