A new “leak” claiming to reveal The Elder Scrolls 6 title, plot details, and release window has spread online, but instead of exciting fans, it has turned into a community-wide joke. Posted on Reddit after surfacing on 4chan, the supposed leak reveals everything from the game’s “official” title to its ending — and gamers immediately rejected it as too good (and too unrealistic) to be true.
Why The 2026 Release Claim Makes No Sense
The leak claims Bethesda is preparing to launch The Elder Scrolls 6: Iliac in late 2026, with marketing beginning in January and a full reveal during next year’s Xbox Games Showcase. Fans quickly pointed out that this contradicts everything Todd Howard has said. Bethesda’s director recently emphasized that the game is “still a long way off” and will release only after GTA 6, which itself is expected in 2025/2026.
Because of this, players immediately dismissed the rumor, noting that Bethesda games — especially open-world RPGs — traditionally take many years to build. Reddit reactions ranged from disbelief to open mockery.
How The Unrealistic Timeline Undermines The Entire Leak
Even if some parts of the leak sound plausible — such as a Hammerfell/High Rock setting or shipbuilding mechanics — the timeline makes the whole thing collapse. Fans widely expect the game around 2028 or later, not next year.
Since the leak’s central claim is unrealistic, it drains credibility from every other detail packed into the massive info dump.
What The Community Is Saying About The Rumor
Gamers reacted with instant skepticism. Many called out how the leak reads more like fan fiction than confidential studio documentation. Others joked about creating their own fake leaks to join the fun. Because Bethesda has kept nearly everything secret, any unverified mega-dump of details is suspicious — and this one gave fans plenty of reasons to laugh.
What Is Actually Confirmed About The Elder Scrolls 6
Bethesda has only confirmed a few things for sure:
- The Elder Scrolls 6 is officially in development.
- It will launch after Starfield’s long-term updates.
- Todd Howard has stated it is still a long way from release.
- It is being built on Creation Engine 2.
Aside from these basics, nothing else — including titles, features, setting details, or launch windows — has been officially confirmed.
Conclusion
The alleged leak claiming that The Elder Scrolls 6: Iliac will release in 2026 has turned into more of a meme than a credible report. With Bethesda openly signaling that the game is years away, fans know better than to trust an overly detailed 4chan rumor. Until an official announcement arrives, everything should be viewed as speculation — entertaining, but far from real.
