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Xbox Teases Wolfenstein 3: New Character and Release Plans

2/28/2026

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Xbox and Bethesda are moving forward with Wolfenstein 3, with performance capture planned to begin in April 2026.
The game is reportedly codenamed “Valkyrie” and features Performance Director Tom Keegan and Casting Director Emily Schweber, both with prior MachineGames project experience.
A leaked casting call suggests Sofiya, a Ukrainian orphan who bonds with William “B.J.” Blazkowicz, with additional shooting planned for 2026 and 2027, though details remain unconfirmed.

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Story summary

Xbox and Bethesda are moving forward with Wolfenstein 3, with performance capture planned to begin in April 2026.
The game is reportedly codenamed “Valkyrie” and features Performance Director Tom Keegan and Casting Director Emily Schweber, both with prior MachineGames project experience.
A leaked casting call suggests Sofiya, a Ukrainian orphan who bonds with William “B.J.” Blazkowicz, with additional shooting planned for 2026 and 2027, though details remain unconfirmed.