Bethesda Boss Todd Howard Saw Marvel's Blade in May, Says Arkane 'Doing a Really, Really Great Job'

Bethesda Game Studios’ Todd Howard has shared his first public update on *Marvel’s Blade*, the upcoming game developed by Arkane Studios. Speaking to multiple outlets, Howard described Arkane’s progress as *“really, really great,”* after reportedly seeing a build of the game in May. The comments mark the first substantive update from Bethesda on the project since its announcement, signaling confidence in Arkane’s direction for the Marvel-based action title.

Coverage from *Dread Central*, *IGN*, *Polygon*, *eTeknix*, and *Wccftech* emphasizes Howard’s praise for Arkane’s work, framing it as a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into Bethesda’s next-gen slate. The reports also note Howard’s brief mention of *The Elder Scrolls VI* and Hideo Kojima’s Open Development (OD) initiative, though *Marvel’s Blade* remains the focal point. No release window or gameplay details were disclosed.

Watch for Arkane to reveal more concrete milestones, such as a trailer or hands-on demo, likely tied to a major gaming event later this year. Howard’s endorsement suggests the game is on track, but specifics—including whether it will launch on next-gen consoles—remain unconfirmed.