Wolfenstein 3 Is Official: Xbox Confirms BJ Blazkowicz's Return After Nine Years

After nearly a decade of waiting, Wolfenstein 3 is finally a reality. Xbox and Bethesda have confirmed that the third main installment in the series developed by MachineGames is now in production, putting an end to years of rumors about the franchise's future. The announcement came during Xbox's 25th anniversary celebrations and was accompanied by an image of the script and a motion capture photograph. Brian Bloom and Debra Wilson were also confirmed to be returning as the voices of BJ Blazkowicz and Grace Walker. Although there is still no release date, the first clues point to the return of familiar characters and the continuation of a story that MachineGames always envisioned as a trilogy.

The wait is finally over for fans of Wolfenstein, one of the most important franchises in the history of first-person shooters.

On November 12, 2026, Asha Sharma, CEO of Xbox, confirmed that Wolfenstein 3 is officially in production at MachineGames.

The announcement was part of Xbox's 25th anniversary celebrations, which included news from several studios within Microsoft's gaming ecosystem.

One day later, on November 13, Bethesda published an additional statement revealing more details and confirming the return of two actors essential to the franchise's story.

The news is particularly significant because nine years have passed since the release of Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, the last main installment starring BJ Blazkowicz.

During that time, players received other projects related to the franchise, but the long-awaited third chapter of his story remained officially unconfirmed.

Until now.

Xbox Officially Confirms That Wolfenstein 3 Is in Development

The confirmation came through a post by Asha Sharma, who highlighted Wolfenstein's importance within the video game industry.

The executive stated that the new installment is already in production and expressed her excitement about the project's future.

Meanwhile, MachineGames also confirmed that it is working on the next entry in the franchise.

Image from Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus. No gameplay screenshots of Wolfenstein 3 have been released yet.

The Swedish studio is responsible for the franchise's modern era, which began in 2014 with the release of Wolfenstein: The New Order.

Since then, MachineGames has transformed the series into a combination of intense action, science fiction, alternate history, and character-driven storytelling.

However, the confirmation of Wolfenstein 3 did not come with a traditional reveal.

Instead of a cinematic trailer, Xbox shared a photograph showing the first page of the script, while MachineGames published an image from a motion capture session.

Although the material is limited, both images confirm some of the first details about the production.

BJ Blazkowicz and Grace Walker Will Return in Wolfenstein 3

One of the biggest announcements is the return of William Joseph "BJ" Blazkowicz, the protagonist of the modern series.

Bethesda confirmed that Brian Bloom will reprise his role, preserving one of Wolfenstein's most recognizable voices.

Bloom has portrayed BJ since Wolfenstein: The New Order, and his performance has been a fundamental part of the installments developed by MachineGames.

But he will not be the only returning actor.

Debra Wilson will also reprise her role as Grace Walker, a character who appeared in Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus.

Grace is one of the most important figures in the resistance against the Nazi regime in Wolfenstein's alternate universe.

In the second installment, her involvement helped expand the conflict and demonstrate that BJ's fight did not depend on a single protagonist, but also on the people who joined his cause.

The return of both performers was confirmed directly by Bethesda.

MachineGames also shared a photograph of Bloom and Wilson working with motion capture equipment.

You can find this material in Bethesda's official Wolfenstein 3 announcement.

The image confirms that the original actors are working on the project, although it does not reveal how much of the recording process or overall development has been completed.

Wolfenstein 3's First Chapter Reveals New Story Clues

One of the biggest surprises from the announcement was the release of a page from the script.

Although it only provides a small glimpse of the project, the document contains interesting information for fans of the franchise.

The page is titled:

Chapter 01 – Nazitraz

The excerpt describes a scene taking place inside an interrogation cell.

In the scene, BJ Blazkowicz approaches a character named Otto, who appears intimidated upon recognizing the protagonist.

Otto's reaction is particularly interesting because it suggests that BJ's reputation continues to inspire fear among his enemies.

But the document also mentions another familiar character.

Fergus is named in the script, raising the possibility that he will appear in the new installment.

Fergus Reid is one of BJ's allies in the modern series and is connected to one of the most important decisions in Wolfenstein: The New Order.

However, these clues should be interpreted carefully.

MachineGames has not yet explained how Fergus will fit into the story or what will happen with the different narrative choices made in previous games.

His name appears in the excerpt, but that alone does not confirm which actor will portray him, how important his role will be, or how his circumstances will be addressed.

Otto's full identity has not been revealed either.

Although fans may find connections to characters from previous installments, the studio has not confirmed exactly who this character is.

For now, the only certainty is that the first official material presents an interrogation scene involving BJ, Otto, and a reference to Fergus.

Wolfenstein 3 Could Complete the Trilogy MachineGames Envisioned in 2014

The announcement is especially significant because Wolfenstein's return is not an entirely new idea.

In September 2025, Jerk Gustafsson, the director of MachineGames, appeared in a documentary by the YouTube channel Noclip about the studio's history.

During the interview, he explained that the team had always envisioned BJ Blazkowicz's story as a trilogy.

This means that even while planning The New Order, the developers already had an idea of how the character's story could continue through a second and third installment.

The first modern chapter, Wolfenstein: The New Order, arrived in 2014 and introduced an alternate reality in which Nazi Germany won World War II.

BJ Blazkowicz awakens after spending years in a coma and discovers a world dominated by a regime that has developed extremely advanced military technology.

The story combines science fiction, action, and a resistance movement fighting against a power that controls much of the planet.

Later, Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus, released in 2017, moved much of the action to the United States.

In this sequel, BJ works alongside different resistance groups in an attempt to liberate the country from Nazi control.

In addition to introducing new environments and weapons, the story explored the protagonist's past, his personal relationships, and the formation of a family.

MachineGames believed there was still a third part of that journey left to tell.

With Wolfenstein 3 now confirmed, the possibility of completing that trilogy has finally become an official project.

However, the studio has not yet confirmed whether the new game will mark the definitive end of BJ Blazkowicz's story or the franchise as a whole.

You can learn more about Gustafsson's statements in Video Games Chronicle's coverage of the Noclip documentary.

Why Did It Take So Long to Announce Wolfenstein 3?

To understand the long wait, we need to consider the different projects MachineGames has worked on over the past several years.

After The New Colossus, the studio continued expanding the Wolfenstein universe through other productions.

One of the most important was Wolfenstein: Youngblood, released in 2019.

Unlike the two main installments, this title featured a story starring Jess and Soph Blazkowicz, BJ's twin daughters.

The adventure takes place in Nazi-occupied Paris during the 1980s and features cooperative gameplay.

Wolfenstein: Cyberpilot, a standalone virtual reality experience, was also released.

Although both games expanded the narrative universe, neither represented the third main chapter of BJ's story.

Later, MachineGames dedicated a significant portion of its resources to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, released in 2024.

The project took the studio into a completely different franchise, focusing on exploration, puzzles, stealth, and cinematic adventure.

Despite this, MachineGames' leadership continued to publicly express interest in returning to Wolfenstein.

In February 2026, Gustafsson once again stated that he intended to complete the trilogy, although he avoided confirming when that might happen.

Finally, the November 12 announcement brought that uncertainty to an end.

How Many Wolfenstein Games Did MachineGames Develop Before the Third Main Installment?

Video Game	Year	Type of Release
Wolfenstein: The New Order	2014	First main installment of the modern series
Wolfenstein: The Old Blood	2015	Standalone prequel
Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus	2017	Second main installment
Wolfenstein: Youngblood	2019	Cooperative spin-off
Wolfenstein: Cyberpilot	2019	Virtual reality spin-off
Wolfenstein 3	TBA	Third main installment, currently in production

What Will Wolfenstein 3's Gameplay Be Like?

Although MachineGames has officially confirmed development, it has not yet shown gameplay footage of Wolfenstein 3.

Therefore, it would be incorrect to claim that we already know its environments, weapons, mechanics, or main features.

However, previous games offer a reference point for what has defined the modern franchise.

Gameplay image from Wolfenstein II. It is not from the new installment.

Traditional elements of the series include:

• First-person combat: intense battles against soldiers, robots, and other threats from the Nazi regime.
• Conventional and futuristic weapons: from pistols and shotguns to powerful experimental devices.
• Optional stealth: opportunities to eliminate enemies without immediately alerting every enemy unit.
• Alternate history: a universe where the events of World War II had a different outcome.
• Cinematic storytelling: characters, cutscenes, and personal conflicts that accompany the action.
• Battles against technologically advanced enemies: military machinery and soldiers equipped with special armor.

These features belong to previous installments and are included only for context.

MachineGames has not yet confirmed which features will return, change, or disappear in Wolfenstein 3.

It is also unknown whether the new game will include cooperative features similar to those in Youngblood.

The world structure, campaign length, and possible combat innovations have not been announced either.

When Will Wolfenstein 3 Be Released, and Which Platforms Will It Support?

This is one of the main questions left unanswered by the announcement.

As of November 13, 2026, Wolfenstein 3 has no official release date or release window.

The confirmation also did not include a list of platforms.

For now, the game has not been officially announced for:

• PC.
• Xbox Series X|S or future Xbox consoles.
• PlayStation 5 or future PlayStation consoles.
• Nintendo Switch 2.

This does not mean those platforms have been ruled out.

It simply means that Bethesda has not yet confirmed where Wolfenstein 3 will be playable.

It has also not been announced whether the game will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.

Although the studio belongs to Microsoft and other Bethesda titles have joined the service, there is still no specific announcement regarding the distribution of this new installment.

Similarly, any release date currently circulating should be considered speculative unless it comes from Xbox, Bethesda, or MachineGames.

The company said it will share more information when it is ready to show the project.

Wolfenstein Is Also Getting a Television Adaptation

The franchise's return is not limited to video games.

In July 2025, Variety reported that Amazon MGM Studios was developing a television series based on Wolfenstein.

The production involves Kilter Films, the company associated with the television adaptation of Fallout.

Among those involved is Patrick Somerville, announced as the creator, writer, and executive producer.

Jonah Nolan, Lisa Joy, and other producers associated with the project are also involved.

In addition, Jerk Gustafsson, director at MachineGames, is participating as an executive producer.

However, the series still has no officially announced premiere date, and details about its story remain under wraps.

For now, there is also no confirmation that its plot will be directly connected to the events of Wolfenstein 3.

Information about the television adaptation was originally published by Variety.

Wolfenstein 3 Is Finally a Reality, but Many Questions Remain

The confirmation of Wolfenstein 3 is one of the biggest announcements for fans of first-person shooters.

MachineGames is officially returning to the franchise it helped revitalize in 2014, after spending several years working on other projects.

The return of BJ Blazkowicz and Grace Walker also confirms that the new installment will continue featuring characters who played fundamental roles in the modern series.

And while the first page of the script offers only a brief scene, references to Fergus and a character named Otto have already raised questions about the story's future.

The greatest expectation, however, is tied to the possibility of completing the narrative journey MachineGames originally planned as a trilogy.

For years, the developers expressed their desire to return to Wolfenstein.

Now we know that return is happening.

Wolfenstein 3 is already in production, but it still has no release date, confirmed platforms, or gameplay trailer.

Until MachineGames shares more details, the story, combat, and possible innovations of this third installment will remain a mystery.

The question that remains for fans of the franchise is:

Will Wolfenstein 3 be the definitive conclusion to BJ Blazkowicz's story, or will it mark the beginning of a new era for the series?

You can read the confirmation in Bethesda's official announcement and the Xbox 25th anniversary recap published on Xbox Wire.

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