***Keep in mind that the games would still have a load of RPG conventions notable to the series, but would be presented in a different fashion than the current First Person Exploration type game it is currently. It would not replace the current game series, but rather offer spinoffs for consoles and PCs that would offer variety and different stories adherant to the Elder Scrolls Universe.***

I would play a number of these genres myself if it had an Elder Scrolls tag on it, especially if many of them offered the same depth available in the curent series. MMO is not an option, and this is not a speculation thread or a wishlist for futrue games.

How do you think they could work? Please explain your opinions and games you think could influence the specific genre(s) that you would support and play.

EDIT: Just Added a new option to the poll to satisfy the trolls.

I think a 4X Elder Scrolls game dealing with the exploration and colonization of Akavir or another legendary portion of the Elder Scrolls universe could be extremely fun.



The thing I like the most about the Elder Scrolls, and Bethesda's RPGs in general, is the large open world. Unfortunately creating such a world takes a huge amount of resources and this comes at the expense of developing other aspects of the gameplay. But what if we could spread the engine developement across two games?

What I'd really like to see is an Elder Scrolls RPG that forgoes the open world for a more traditional linear storyline so more resources can be spent on developing the combat, magic, stealth, and social systems used by the characters. The engine would be developed with open world design in mind but the details wouldn't needed to be hammered out until developement began on the second game (a traditional Elder Scrolls title with a large open world) at which point the advanced gameplay systems will be in place.

I realize what I'm purposing is far more difficult to achieve than I make it sound and maybe the "how" I purpose isn't feasible - if there is a better way to achieve these goals than by all means take it.

I can imagine a team-oriented game working tremendously well. Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles (not like the other games, believe me), is a prime example of a Fantasy Team-Oriented game.

In a more serious and mature setting, it'd be even more fun. Making group decisions, rationing out items, having somebody whine about needing to go back to a town to sell their items...

The most fun is if it was online, but you kept your character. So you could join "groups" in online hubs, which would actually take place in the towns/cities/villages; and maybe through some random event encounter another group. Kinda like Guild Wars... but more Open-World oriented.

Erm.. what would a Elder Scrolls fighting game be like I wonder...



ORVAS DREN VS SHEOGORATH


"Foolish Outlander, I will send you back to where you belong!"

"CHEESE."


ADORING FAN VS Sky Falling Wizard near Seyda Neen

"By Azura By Azura By Azura!"

"AHHHHHHDAHEEEHEE!" *smashes*

Imperial Legion Soldier vs Town Guard

"Stop right there"

"Halt."

Yes, I would so play it. But I'd most likely play it too if it still had character creation on at least of what you look like. I'd most likely play it if it was like left 4 dead because that would be an ultimate badass game now that you mention it. Imagine three other dark elves hacking and slashing with you on a horde of Daedra or rat or werewolves or vampires. All of those characteristics put together would make one of the best games I've ever played in my life.

I've thought about a game like that for a long time. Instead of having to select pre rendered characters, each player online could make their own and join your party...OR you could just select architypes if you play splitscreen. Mix in some RPG and loot collecting/leveling elements, and this could be an amazing game.

Other games made like pre-existing franchises could be an Elder Srolls Castlevania, Elder Scrols Sims, Elder Scrolls like Resident Evil, or Elder Scrolls Civilization game. Character creation and customization would always take the forefront, but exploring other options and gameplay technics would not only net more income for the dev teams, but it would expand on the playable franchise, introduce new gamers to the series, and establish other teams in the studio.

I deeply love TES as it is, but to see it expand and Bethesda establish teams devoted to other genres within the franchise to expand their horizon would be incredible. I just dont think Bethesda is scatching the surface of what the series is capable of. By no means should it become Guitar Hero or Black Ops by overflowing the market. (Now that I think about it, an ES game based on a Bard Class using Guitar Hero mechanics could me fun, even if it was co-op based gameplay.

A survival horror would be nice, though, I don't know where the horror would come from.

I think an RTS would work really well too. It could be something like LotR BFME.

That made me lol hard!

2.5D, like Trine
Action
Adventure
3rd Person perspective

There are many wonderful stories that could be told in the TES universe. In a way, having a completely open world and total character customization (especially gender) can be restrictive to the story-telling. And even if there is a lot of character customization, sometimes the whole open world thing can detract from putting resources toward a large, fulfilling main story. The TES universe is large enough and complex enough that the devs could deliver a completely enjoyable, rich, and fulfilling linear adventure.

Yet again I have someone to agree with! Some stories just dont fit right being told with the open world in mind. There are thousands of pages and books in the lore, and so many stories that need (nay, deserve) to be explored other than in text. This is one reason i would be open to a Bioware type ES game. Dont get me wrong, Bethesda is the company I support whole heartedly, but the franchise has more potential than any other on the market.

Every fantasy has been fully explored, and everything that inspired things like ES and Mass Effect (Lord of the Rings and Star Wars) has grown tired, where TES has been begged for by the fans. Even a text adventure would suit our ravishings, so there has to be a lot of room out their to expand and venture forth into the unknown

I think I see what you are saying...make a game that has a linear story set in the same universe. Kinda like Bioshock, but I assume with a little more player choice? If it was implemented in the same way as say, Call of Duty: Black Ops but with an ES flavor? Add co-op and dumbed down character progression, and it could be anything from Borderlands to said CoD. It would add more character to the series, and give fans something different while they stay loyal to the series, at the same time (possibly) making it more popular.

If it had branching story paths and DLC I could certainly get on board with that.

PS, I'm all for ES anything, as long as it dulls waits between games. I think Bethesda should have 1 team for the main games and Fallout, and 2 or 3 teams working on ES games that fit different parameters in the series. Personally, I think its about time to milk the franchise a little, but not overload the market.

I'd go for an action-adventure game. But I'd also like to see an Elder Scrolls stealth game (picture Splinter Cell). That would be pretty legit.

Actually I think I'd love to see a simulation type game. I love Civilization games, and I could totally see something like that working well with the setting. Imagine building the cities of Skyrim and mounting an army to retake Bruma. Or get the culture of Cyradiil up real high and make other cities join. Research magics instead of techs, as well as the normal stuff. I would think that the soldiers could be upgraded to any class from the series.

The other thing that might work is something like FF Tactics. But make a good strategy RPG. None of this 4 soldier limit, a real army. There are enough classes to make some really strategic. And I think we have enough canon wars to have some really interesting battles.

Actually, my friend and I were recently discussing the merits of a TES game designed similar to Left 4 Dead. 4 player co-op, fighting monsters, the works. An interesting discussion, and quite possibly a worthwhile game.
I wouldn't mind a God Game/RTS; I would play a TES game where you play as one of the Aedra or Daedra, controlling your worshippers/army (army is a far stretch, but then again, that is how god games are).

As far as an LoZ type game, I would enjoy that, because it would essentially be a much more contained form of the current TES games.

Action, I dunno; I could see it happening, but the combat would have to be simple and flow really well.

I don't get this poll, if you answer 'NO' you should not have to answer question 2), or have a 'Not Applicable' option. As it is, I 'voted' for the option with least votes (1)....

Survival horror TES would be awesome.

I could handle The Elder Scrolls Creed: Dark Brotherhood...
Wait... what?

That's about it, though. I hate 3rd person action RPGs. I've lost most of 2010 to them.

I now want an Elder Scrolls text adventure.

"It is pitch black. You are probably going to be eaten by a Grahl."

Yeah, I would love a RTS. Fighting with different armies from the elder scrolls would be great. The campaign could be famous battles from TES history.

RTS x TES = awesominess, if they made it properly of course.

Most people seem to be on be on board if the genre tickled their fancy. Right now Adventure is leading the poll with God Game/RTS a close second. Also, it appears fighting game and 2D platformer have the lowest votes.

As far as discussion goes, a Left 4 Dead type game and RTS seem to be winning...and you know what they say about those who speak thier mind. "They are most likely to get what they want over those who remain silent."

I could see a RTS game. A campaign mode where you fight famous wars in the ES universe. Like the Alessian revolt or Tiber Septim's rise to power. I remember there was a mod for Rome: Total War where they turned the units to ones in the ES universe. Never did get to try it though so I don't know how good it was.

A fighting game in the vein of Dynasty Warriors where you control a legendary hero would be enjoyable as well.

What I would play tirelessly would have to be a RTS depicting the 4 nations of Akavir. How it plays out would be interesting. Given that part of the elder scrolls games as said by todd howard, that choice is one of the most important parts of his games; how the factions could differ and still represent this is my question.

The whole point of playing a TES game, for me, is the old Ultima Underworld / Wizardry style of RPG. I mean, yes, the characters and the story are interesting, but to me it's mostly because of the way it's presented...

... in first person...

... as a sandbox game.


Btw, I didn't vote because your poll is flawed (I would've chosen "no") but I figured I'd share my thoughts anyways. If I'm going to play a different type of game, I might as well play on a different world... aka: not TES.

Aye, I didn't vote at all.

Reason 2: Second part of the poll demanded I vote for some "other game" type, when the only option I'd touch with a thirty-nine-and-a-half-foot pole is "None of the above, leave it alone."

Reason 1: First part of poll, there was only a "NO" option, and no "Not just no, but [censored] no!" option.