In September 2020, Xbox created a special game to honor Todd Howard, the head of Bethesda, for his GDC lifetime achievement award. This unique game featured an Xbox achievement called “Lifetime,” worth 1,000 Gamerscore. A recent database update has now revealed the full description of this achievement, offering insight into the tribute to Howard.
The description of the “Lifetime” achievement, discovered by TrueAchievements, reads: “Reflects on the amazing craft of Todd Howard and his team in making worlds as real as any on Earth.” This recognition highlights Howard’s significant role in developing immersive game worlds, showcasing his and his team’s contributions to the gaming industry.
The disclosure of the achievement’s description has sparked lively discussions on TrueAchievements, with fans referencing Howard’s popular memes. Comments include nods to Skyrim’s multiple re-releases and the iconic phrase “It just works!” from Fallout 4. Some users have even quoted Howard’s past statements about proving critics wrong, adding a touch of nostalgia to the conversation.
Howard’s career in game development began in 1994 when he joined Bethesda, contributing to The Elder Scrolls: Arena’s CD version. His first major release came in 1995 with The Terminator: Future Shock. He gained prominence as the director of Fallout 3 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, establishing himself as a key figure in the industry.
Recently, Howard achieved another significant milestone with the release of Starfield, a space RPG he had long desired to create. He also served as executive producer for Indiana Jones and the Great, a project tied to a series he has always cherished. Former Bethesda marketing VP Pete Hines even claimed that Howard might be the world’s most devoted Indiana Jones fan.
