Obsidian Staff Concerned About Future Projects After Xbox Layoffs
Staff at Obsidian Entertainment are reportedly concerned about the studio’s future projects after it was hit hard by Microsoft’s Xbox layoffs.
Staff at Obsidian Entertainment are reportedly concerned about the studio’s future projects after it was hit hard by Microsoft’s Xbox layoffs.
Microsoft's gaming boss announced a significant restructure, leading to 1,600 immediate staff layoffs and more to follow. Around 60-70 people were cut from Obsidian, known for games like Avowed and The Outer Worlds. With uncertainty looming over their projects, including Grounded 2 and The Outer Worlds 2 DLC, questions arise about potential new Fallout or Elder Scrolls games. Bethesda's focus on key franchises adds to the speculation.
Bethesda's emphasis on strong franchises and aligning resources accordingly raises the possibility of Obsidian contributing to future projects. Speculation includes the potential for Fallout: New Vegas 2 or support for other game developments. Despite layoffs, no cancellation of ongoing projects has been confirmed, leaving room for Tim Cain's mystery project at Obsidian to unfold.
With the studio's future direction in question, the fallout from the layoffs continues to raise concerns among staff and fans alike about what lies ahead for Obsidian Entertainment.
