Elder Scrolls 6 will be exclusive to PC and Xbox

Elder Scrolls 6 will be a huge addition to Xbox Game Pass once it launches. Starfield, Bethesda's newest IP, was released on Game Pass two weeks ago and has been a massive hit. Having Elder Scrolls 6 exclusive to Xbox and PC will also help sell units of the current-gen Xbox Series X/S, which will be heading towards the end of its life cycle by that time.

However, given that Elder Scrolls has been a multiplatform game for the longest time, Microsoft may be losing out on potential revenue by opting for exclusivity. Skyrim had a huge following on PlayStation and has been out on Nintendo Switch for a while now. Having the title released on Xbox Game Pass while charging gamers $70 on PlayStation and Switch could be an alternative path.

Todd Howard recently talked about Elder Scrolls 6 being his final title in the series. The game director also shared plans to make the upcoming game the "ultimate fantasy simulator." Howard also talked about exclusivity being good for games as developers only need to focus on a single platform.

It will be a while before Elder Scrolls 6 comes out, and things may change along the way. If Starfield does not significantly increase Game Pass subscriptions and console sales in the long run, Microsoft may pivot on the exclusivity plans and have the game released on all platforms. We will keep an eye out for official statements from Microsoft on the exclusivity of Elder Scrolls 6.