Few games can claim to be as influential as , which has shaped open-world games for the past decade. Bethesda's ambitious fantasy project is iconic for its worldbuilding, memorable lines, and even its jankiness.
It's a beloved title, even all these years after its release, andfans will recognize its influence everywhere. Being such a staple of the video game genre, it's no wonder so many developers give nods to in their own projects.
These range from simple quotes to cheeky references to entire characters based on the fifth installment in the series. Of all the references toacross different franchises,these ten best sum up how the gaming industry pays tribute to this fantasy classic. Thefranchise often references Bethesda titles, included.
In this case, used a line that has become synonymous with 's opening scene, where the player character awakes in a prison cart to be greeted by a captured soldier.
The line "" may not sound especially unique, but it has become a popular internet joke, repeated at the beginning of each new playthrough to the point thatmostfans know the dialogue by heart. Borderlands 3 left out a fun feature from the series' earlier games which was sorely missed.