Fallout New Vegas Writer Returns to Obsidian, Not Involved in Fallout New Vegas 2 Production

The Lasting Legacy of Fallout: New Vegas

Fallout: New Vegas continues to be celebrated as a standout entry in the renowned post-apocalyptic gaming franchise. Despite some technical glitches, the game delivered exceptional narrative depth, a hallmark of Obsidian Entertainment’s craftsmanship, which many RPG enthusiasts regard as their finest achievement.

Whispers of a Sequel

As time has passed, excitement around the possibility of a sequel has intensified. This resurgence of interest follows Obsidian’s integration into Bethesda’s family under Xbox, coupled with the tremendous success of the recent Fallout television series on Amazon Prime Video. Notably, Obsidian’s CEO, Feargus Urquhart, has openly expressed his enthusiasm for the franchise. During an interview in October 2022, he remarked:

“Of course, if we ever got the opportunity to make another Fallout game, we’d make it. There’s not even a question of whether or not we would do it, it’s just ‘Will the opportunity arise? I hung around at Interplay for probably an extra year because I wanted to work on Fallout more. I love Fallout.”

Future Prospects

Urquhart continued to hint at future projects, stating, “At some point, we’ll start looking into what those next games are going to be, and I would be surprised if Fallout is not on that list.”He emphasized the importance of aligning any new Fallout game with the direction Bethesda is taking within the franchise.

Recent Developments Fueling Hopes

Anticipation surged recently when renowned game writer John Gonzalez announced his return to Obsidian. Gonzalez boasts an impressive portfolio, having contributed significantly to titles such as Tom Clancy’s EndWar, Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, and Horizon: Zero Dawn, including its sequel, Horizon Forbidden West. His celebrated history at Obsidian includes serving as the Lead Creative Designer and Lead Writer for Fallout: New Vegas, cementing his legacy in the franchise.

“Back to Obsidian for exciting times! (No, it’s not FNV2.)”

The Reality of Expectations

While fans were eager for a sequel announcement, Gonzalez’s tweet clarified that he is not working on Fallout: New Vegas 2 at this time. Although hopes for an immediate sequel have tempered, there is still considerable interest in what projects Obsidian is pursuing. Reports suggest that Microsoft is keen to revitalize the Fallout franchise, which may indicate future opportunities.

Looking Ahead

In the meantime, Obsidian is polishing its upcoming titles, including the highly anticipated launch of Avowed in the coming weeks, followed by The Outer Worlds 2, also set to premiere later this year. The future remains bright for Obsidian and its fanbase, with many looking forward to what lies ahead.

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