Bethesda Softworks, a renowned name in the gaming industry, known for its iconic franchises like The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Wolfenstein, DOOM, Dishonored, and more, has officially joined Xbox. This significant event took place following the completion of a $7.5 billion deal. The acquisition of ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Softworks, by Xbox is a landmark moment in the gaming world.

The deal brings eight more studios to Xbox’s portfolio, including id Software, Arcane, and Bethesda Game Studios. These studios have been responsible for some of the most critically acclaimed and beloved games in the industry. The addition of these creative teams to Xbox promises to enhance the diversity and quality of the gaming experiences offered by Xbox.

The head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, expressed his excitement and honor in welcoming the eight talented development studios and their passionate global communities to the Xbox family. He emphasized the shared vision between Xbox and Bethesda for the future of gaming. Both entities recognize the potential of Xbox Game Pass and are committed to leveraging this platform to reach more players around the world.

The acquisition is seen as the next step in building an industry-leading first-party studios team. With the addition of the Bethesda creative teams, Xbox consoles, PC, and Game Pass are expected to be the best place to experience new Bethesda games. Some new titles in the future will be exclusive to Xbox and PC players.

Despite the acquisition, it is vitally important that Bethesda continues making games the way it always has. Xbox looks forward to empowering Bethesda’s creative teams to reach even more players around the world, helping make future Bethesda titles the biggest and most popular games in their history.

The partnership between Xbox and Bethesda is not just about producing great games. It’s also about honoring the legacy of those who have made significant contributions to the gaming industry. One such individual is Robert A. Altman, the founder of ZeniMax Media, who believed deeply in the power of gaming.

The joining of Bethesda and Xbox marks the beginning of a new chapter in the gaming industry. As one team, they can start working together on the future ahead. Gamers around the world eagerly anticipate what this incredible journey will bring to the gaming landscape.