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A former Skyrim co-lead at Bethesda said the studio's decision to develop Starfield instead of prioritizing The Elder Scrolls 6 came as a surprise to the team, describing the announcement as an abrupt directive rather than an internally requested project. The comments offer new insight into Bethesda's internal development priorities during the years between Skyrim and Starfield's eventual 2023 release. The remarks add context to long-running fan frustration over the extended wait for The Elder Scrolls 6, which remains in development at Bethesda following Starfield's mixed critical reception.