Jason Schreier has confirmed that Obsidian Entertainment is not in negotiations to avoid shutting down, resolving conflicting reports about the studio's future. This clarification matters to PC gamers who have waited 15 years for a new Fallout title, as it ensures the developer remains intact to finish the project.
New Fallout title development continues as studio avoids closure
Obsidian Entertainment is reportedly working on a new Fallout project and is early in development on this new title. The studio is one of several, including Compulsion, Ninja Theory, and Double Fine, that were previously listed as negotiating with Microsoft to avoid closure.
Christopher Dring reported earlier that Xbox is looking to reallocate where it spends money to invest in its big franchises. This restructuring requires the company to cut funding from elsewhere, which initially placed Obsidian and other studios in the crosshairs of potential shutdowns.
Bethesda is unlikely to work on a new Fallout entry until The Elder Scrolls VI is released, making this Obsidian project the primary future of the franchise. The studio's survival ensures that this long-awaited sequel will continue development without the interruption of corporate restructuring.
The immediate uncertainty surrounding Obsidian's status has been cleared by Schreier's confirmation, allowing fans to focus on the upcoming game. The studio will continue its work on the new Fallout title as Xbox refines its investment strategy across its portfolio.
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