A new fan theory posits that Bethesda may have revealed the subtitle for The Elder Scrolls 6 years ago within Starfield's character creation screen. The proposed title, "Sentinel," has gained traction following speculation around a cryptic tweet from Xbox boss Asha Sharma.
According to the theory, the alphanumeric sequence found in a Starfield character's ID number, when broken into pairs and converted to letters based on their position in the alphabet, spells out "Sentinel." This observation has led many to believe that Bethesda intentionally embedded the title into their previous title, making it visible for over three years without widespread recognition.
This theory is further bolstered by a former Bethesda developer, Michael Kirkbride, who reportedly responded affirmatively to a Reddit post suggesting "Sentinel" as the game's name. The name "Sentinel" itself holds significance within The Elder Scrolls lore, referring to a major coastal city in Hammerfell, a region widely speculated to be the setting for The Elder Scrolls 6. Some fans are even speculating this could indicate a dual-province game, potentially including High Rock alongside Hammerfell.
Despite the compelling evidence, there remains a possibility that these findings are coincidental. The exact release date for The Elder Scrolls 6 remains unknown, with reports suggesting it is at least two years away from launch, despite being announced eight years ago. This extended development period leaves ample time for further speculation and theories to emerge.
In related news, Bethesda employees recently staged a protest outside the company's offices, inflating a giant rat in response to mass layoffs at Xbox. Current and former Bethesda staff have expressed concerns that these job losses could have a significant impact on the development of The Elder Scrolls 6, a claim Bethesda has denied.