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Starfield Portal, part of Gfinity Digital Media, aims to provide high-quality guides and news for Starfield fans. The editorial team consists of passionate Bethesda enthusiasts with extensive experience in games like Fallout and The Elder Scrolls, ensuring content is well-researched and based on hands-on playtime.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
Starfield Portal aims to provide high-quality guides and news for Starfield fans, written by editors with extensive experience in Bethesda games. The content is developed through in-depth research and hands-on playtime, adhering to strict editorial standards and independence.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
Starfield Portal aims to provide high-quality guides and news for Starfield fans, written by editors with extensive experience in Bethesda games. The content is developed through in-depth research and hands-on playtime, adhering to strict editorial standards and independence.
Games Inbox: Did you know GTA 6 was made in the UK?
This article discusses the UK's role in game development, highlighting that Grand Theft Auto 6 is being made in Scotland by Rockstar Games. It also touches on reader opinions regarding Nintendo's lack of Star Fox announcements, the potential for a Starwing remake, and the perceived decline of UK-based game developers. Other topics include the leak status of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, the technical capabilities of the PS5 Pro, and the development of games like Pragmata and Fallout: New Vegas.
Fallout: New Vegas 2 was real at one point before Obsidian's plans "quickly evaporated," says senior designer, but a revival "will not happen in the next six years at least, if ever"
Former Obsidian senior designer Chris Avellone revealed that plans for a Fallout: New Vegas 2 were once in development but ultimately fell apart. He also confirmed that some elements intended for the canceled Fallout 3, codenamed Van Buren, were incorporated into Fallout: New Vegas. Avellone stated that a revival of the sequel is unlikely in the near future.
Fallout: New Vegas Sequel Was Discussed at Obsidian, Says Former Senior Designer
Former Fallout: New Vegas senior designer Chris Avellone revealed that Obsidian Entertainment discussed a sequel to the game. Avellone also commented on the unlikelihood of a remaster due to Bethesda's engineering capabilities, though recent acquisitions by Microsoft could potentially facilitate future collaboration between the studios.
Fallout 5 rumored setting New Orleans was originally discussed at New Vegas studio Obsidian, and veteran dev still believes "there's a lot of potential there"
Veteran developer Chris Avellone, who worked on Fallout: New Vegas, discussed past discussions at Obsidian Entertainment about a potential Fallout game set in New Orleans. While a New Vegas sequel seems unlikely in the near future, Avellone believes the New Orleans setting still holds significant potential for the Fallout franchise.
Former Obdisian creative officer says not to bet on a Fallout: New Vegas remake, because Bethesda doesn't have 'the engineering know-how' to create it, and may not have the source code
Former Obsidian creative officer Chris Avellone stated that a remake of Fallout: New Vegas is unlikely because Bethesda may not possess the necessary engineering expertise or the game's source code. Avellone suggested that Bethesda might have fragments of the code but would struggle to reassemble it for a modern remake. He also noted that a Fallout 3 remake would be a more logical precursor if Bethesda were to pursue such projects.
Game History and Preservation
A former Obsidian Entertainment Chief Creative Officer stated that Bethesda lacks the necessary engineering expertise to remaster Fallout New Vegas. This discussion touches upon the challenges of game preservation and the technical requirements for updating older titles.
Bethesda saknar "tekniska kompetensen" för Fallout: New Vegas-remaster, hävdar designern
Game designer Chris Avellone believes Bethesda lacks the technical expertise to remaster Fallout: New Vegas, citing potential issues with the game's source code. He suggests that a remaster of Fallout 3 might be more feasible, as hinted at in past Microsoft documents.
Chris Avellone says Obsidian never sent the Fallout New Vegas source code to Bethesda, putting into question a faithful remake
Chris Avellone claims that Obsidian Entertainment never delivered the full source code for Fallout New Vegas to Bethesda Softworks, casting doubt on the possibility of a faithful remake. Avellone suggests that Bethesda may not possess the capability to reassemble the code, even with Microsoft's ownership of both studios. This situation raises questions about the feasibility of a New Vegas remaster or remake, especially given Bethesda's current development priorities.
Fallout: New Vegas remaster stalled by Bethesda's lack of ‘engineering know-how’
Plans for a Fallout: New Vegas remaster are reportedly stalled due to Bethesda's alleged lack of engineering expertise and potential inability to access the original game's source code. Former Obsidian designer Chris Avellone expressed doubts about Bethesda's capability to create a remaster, suggesting they might need to rebuild the game from scratch. This comes amidst fan hopes for a remaster, especially following the success of the Fallout TV show.
Years later, Starfield tops the US sales chart again, but all is not as rosy as it seems
Starfield has topped the US sales chart again following its release on PlayStation 5, marking its second time leading sales since its initial launch. Despite this achievement, sales figures on PS5 are considered lukewarm compared to PC and Xbox, with players also reporting significant bugs and glitches that have required hotfixes. Analysts suggest the game may have barely broken even on its decade-long development cycle.
The Last Of Us Star Troy Baker Wants To Start His Own Game Studio, But He Won't Rush It
Actor Troy Baker, known for his roles in The Last of Us and Uncharted, is exploring the possibility of starting his own game studio to tell his own stories. He emphasized a desire to build a trusted team and avoid rushing the process, learning from past industry successes. Baker plans to leverage his extensive experience collaborating with industry veterans like Hideo Kojima and Neil Druckmann.
Indiana Jones and The Last of Us star Troy Baker wants to make his own video game
Voice actor Troy Baker, known for his roles in The Last of Us and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, expressed his desire to develop his own video game. Inspired by developers like Abubakar Salim, Baker aims to leverage his extensive experience working with industry titans to create a story of similar caliber. He is currently in the early stages of discussion, prioritizing quality and a deliberate timeline over haste.
After 15 years and 323 hours, I've finally beaten Fallout: New Vegas, and this game doesn't need mods as much…
After 15 years and 323 hours, the author finally completed Fallout: New Vegas for the first time, advocating for playing the game with minimal mods. While acknowledging the value of bug fixes, the piece argues that extensive modifications can detract from the core experience, turning the game into an open-ended platform rather than a curated RPG. The author shares their personal experience of a more fulfilling playthrough with a focus on essential bug fixes and minor cosmetic tweaks.
Starfield Tops Weekly US Sales Charts Despite 'Disappointing' Early Estimates
Starfield has topped the US sales charts for the week ending April 11th, with the PlayStation 5 version accounting for 95% of its full-price sales. This achievement comes despite earlier estimates suggesting lower worldwide sales for the port. The game's debut was strong, outselling titles like MLB The Show 26 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, marking its first time leading weekly sales since its original release in 2023.
Is Fortnite Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAG
Data suggests Fortnite's reputation for toxicity is more nuanced than commonly perceived, with lower rates of identity-based harassment compared to other competitive shooters. While age-driven trash talk and skill-gap frustration are prevalent, especially in modes like Ranked, Epic Games has implemented moderation tools and default communication settings to mitigate harm, particularly for younger players.
Starfield climbs back to top of US game sales rankings
Starfield has unexpectedly climbed back to the top of the US video game sales charts for the week ending April 11, 2026, marking its first time leading sales since September 2023. This resurgence, occurring over two years after its initial launch, suggests players are rediscovering or newly appreciating Bethesda's space-faring RPG, potentially influenced by updates, mods, and its availability on Xbox Game Pass.
Fallout: New Vegas dev says don't expect a remaster, argues Bethesda doesn't have the source code or 'the…
Former Fallout: New Vegas writer Chris Avellone stated that a remaster of the game is unlikely because Bethesda may not possess the necessary source code or the expertise to reassemble it. He suggested that a potential Fallout 3 remake could serve as a test for the process of remastering older titles. Both Bethesda and Obsidian are now owned by Microsoft, but Avellone believes this doesn't guarantee collaboration on such projects.
