Bethesda Softworks Newsletter
  Issue 05.08.07
Welcome
The countdown to the Fallout teaser trailer is well underway. Today we revealed the second in a series of concept art pieces created in conjunction with noted artist Craig Mullins as part of the countdown. In addition, we’ve unveiled Liam Neeson’s involvement in Fallout 3 as well. You can discuss all of this and more in the new Fallout section of our forums. In this issue you’ll also find the latest scoop on Oblivion PS3 and the Shivering Isles expansion, Elder Scrolls music coming to San Jose as part of the Play! Symphony series, and much more.
In This Issue
Fallout® 3
New! Liam Neeson to Play Lead Role in Fallout 3
New! Fallout 3 Countdown
New! Fallout Forums
The Elder Scrolls® IV:
Shivering Isles™
The Elder Scrolls IV:
Oblivion®
New! Shivering Isles Patches
New! Oblivion Patches
Reviews
New! Jeremy Soule attending
San Jose PLAY! concert
 
Reviews
Fallout 3
Liam Neeson to Play Lead Role in Fallout 3
Bethesda Softworks® is pleased to announce that highly acclaimed international actor Liam Neeson will lead the cast providing voice work in Fallout 3. Read the full press release here.
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Fallout 3 Countdown
Shivering Isles Available Now We’ve updated the Fallout site with a countdown to the release of the Fallout 3 teaser trailer. On the site you’ll find concept art we created in conjunction with noted concept artist Craig Mullins, as well as a streaming version of the Fallout 3 title track. We’ll be updating the site weekly with new art as we approach the release of the teaser. Visit the site here.
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Fallout Forums
Shivering Isles Available Now Check out the latest discussion with fans and developers at the new Fallout forums on the Bethesda Softworks forums.
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Rating Pending
The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles
Shivering Isles Patches Released
Shivering Isles Available Now We've released patches for all language versions of Shivering Isles for PC. You can download the appropriate patch and read the corresponding patch release notes here. An Xbox 360 update for Shivering Isles is also available for download on Xbox Live.
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Reviews
GamingTrend GamingTrend
93%
Gold Medal Award

"Shivering Isles is an excellent addition to the Oblivion world, and it isn't just a small set of quests or a building that you can use during your travels. It is a fully realized realm for you to adventure in, with a story all of its own."
GamingExcellence GamingExcellence
8.5 out of 10
"The Shivering Isles is a truly awesome expansion to an already addictive game."
Barry's Rigs 'n Reviews Barry's Rigs 'n Reviews
8.5 out of 10
"... The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles is as addictive and fun as its 2006 Game of the Year namesake, and shouldn’t be missed by any fan of the Elder Scrolls saga."
The New York Times The New York Times
"... Elder Scrolls IV was a brilliant game and Isles stays very much in the spirit of the original."
Strategy Informer Strategy Informer
8.3 out of 10
"... a great expansion to an already great game."
Pro-G Pro-G
9 out of 10
"The Shivering Isles is the perfect expansion..."
Gaming Nexus Gaming Nexus
8 out of 10
"If you were one of the many avid fans of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion then you owe it to yourself to jump into Shivering Isles and see what Bethesda has been up to."
Just RPG Just RPG
91%
"Overall, I was very pleased with The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles, and would highly recommend it."
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
Oblivion Patches
Oblivion PLAYSTATION 3 system Available Now We've released patches for most language versions of Oblivion for PC. You can download the appropriate patch and read the corresponding patch release notes here. An Xbox 360 update for Oblivion is also available for download on Xbox Live.
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Jeremy Soule Attending San Jose PLAY! Concert
Video game composer Jeremy Soule will be attending the PLAY! concert in San Jose, CA on May 26, 2007. His music from The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion will be performed as part of the concert. Jeremy will also be joining a limited number of randomly chosen fans from the crowd to participate in a meet and greet that will be held immediately following the show. Get tickets for the San Jose PLAY! concert here.
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Reviews
Gamersmark Gamersmark
9.8 out of 10
"With seemingly an unlimited amount of things to do for a huge amount of time, it is certainly a must-buy."
Game Vortex Game Vortex
100%
Top Pick Award
"If you're a fan of RPGs or the player versus environment aspects of MMORPGs, then you'll love The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion."
GameShark GameShark
Grade: A
"There's a reason that Oblivion has won dozens of awards on other platforms - it is an almost flawless role-playing game experience with hundreds of hours' worth of content."
Animetique Animetique
4.75 out of 5
"With so much to do, I can see how you can put in countless hours."
GamePro
GamePro
4.75 out of 5
Editor's Choice Award

"You'd be a fool to miss out on this one."
AceGamez AceGamez
10 out of 10
"All that matters is that you play Oblivion at some point in your gaming life - and the sooner the better!"
Playstation Universe Playstation Universe
91 out of 100
"Oblivion is currently one of the best titles for the PlayStation 3."
Digital Entertainment Network Digital Entertainment Network
9.7 out of 10
"No matter how many pretenders call themselves “the first masterpiece of the next generation,” none come close to fulfilling that role the way Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion does, and the PS3 version lets Sony die-hards in on the fun as well."
Gaming Excellence Gaming Excellence
9.8 out of 10
"Oblivion is without question the greatest video game I have ever played or reviewed (and reviewed again!) and it's also an experience unlike any I have ever had."
Gamehelper Gamehelper
9.3 out of 10
"If you haven’t already fallen victim to its addictive, spell-binding world, or even if you already have, you had better clear your schedule and get ready to fall in love – all over again."
Gameworld Network Gameworld Network
9.4 out of 10
"The newest installment in the Elder Scroll series is as polished and addictive RPG you'll find on any platform."
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The Oblivion Store
The Oblivion Store: Your only source for official Oblivion Merchandise! www.OblivionStore.com
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Order Now!
Click here to order The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system today!
Order The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® for the PLAYSTATION 3 system at the Bethsoft Store.
Click here to order The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles for Windows today!
Order The Elder Scrolls® IV: Shivering Isles™ for Windows at www.Take2Store.com.
Click here to order STAR TREK: Legacy for the Xbox 360 and Windows today!
Reduced Price! Order
STAR TREK: Legacy ™ for Xbox 360™ and Windows at the Bethsoft Store. Now only $39.99!
Click here to order STAR TREK: Tactical Assault for the Nintendo DS or pre-order for the PSP system today!
Reduced Price!Order
STAR TREK: Tactical Assault ™
for Nintendo DS and PSP® system at the Bethsoft Store. Now only $19.99!
Click here to pre-order The Elder Scrolls IV: Knights of the Nine for Windows today!
Order Knights of the Nine at the Bethsoft Store.
Click here to order STAR TREK: Encounters for PlayStation2 today!
Order STAR TREK®: Encounters for PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system at the Bethsoft Store.
Click here to order Oblivion for the Xbox 360 or PC today!
Order Oblivion at www.Take2Store.com
Click here to order the Official Oblivion game guide at PrimaGames.com
Order the Official Oblivion Game Guide at www.PrimaGames.com
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Download Now!
Official Oblivion Plug-Ins: Download for the PC at OblivionDownloads.com and for the Xbox 360 on Xbox Live
Download Official Oblivion PC Plug-ins at OblivionDownloads.com
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