Obsidian Entertainment
Obsidian Entertainment business and news from across the web.
Latest coverage
The best Fallout game is 99 cents right now
Fallout: New Vegas is currently available for 99 cents on Steam as part of its Spring sale. The article highlights the game's strengths, including its engaging choices and narrative, distinguishing it from other Bethesda-developed Fallout titles like Fallout 3 and Fallout 4.
The Steam Spring Sale is here with discounts on Arc Raiders, Hades 2 and much more
The Steam Spring Sale is now live, featuring discounts on a wide range of games until March 26. Notable deals include Arc Raiders for $32, Hades 2 for under $23, and Ghost of Tsushima on PC for $36. Several titles are available at 90 percent off, such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate and Fallout New Vegas.
Fallout 5 Could Be Made Outside Bethesda, Former Dev Says
A former Bethesda developer suggests that Fallout 5 might be developed by an external studio due to Bethesda Game Studios' current workload with The Elder Scrolls 6 and other projects. While Bethesda has outsourced development before, such as with Fallout: New Vegas by Obsidian Entertainment, the studio would likely still be involved in oversight. The possibility of releasing Fallout 5 in conjunction with a new season of the Fallout TV show was also discussed as a strategic advantage.
Best Fantasy Games To Escape The World In 2026
This guide highlights 15 of the best fantasy games available on modern platforms, focusing on titles that offer immersive worlds and engaging gameplay. The list includes a variety of RPG subgenres, from first-person and CRPG to action and turn-based, featuring games like Avowed, Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Starfield Launches on April 7th for PS5, $70 Premium Edition Includes Terran Armada
Starfield is launching on PlayStation 5 on April 7th, with the base game priced at $49.99 and a Premium Edition including the Terran Armada expansion for $69.99. The update also introduces the Free Lanes update with features like Cruise Mode and X-Tech, alongside new companions and content.
Avowed on PS5 – Making the wait for The Elder Scrolls 6 a little less painful
Obsidian Entertainment's fantasy action RPG Avowed is now available on PlayStation 5 as part of Microsoft's multiplatform strategy, offering an experience reminiscent of The Elder Scrolls series. The game features a vibrant world tied to the Pillars of Eternity universe, a compelling cast of characters, and flexible combat mechanics. While not as sprawling as Skyrim, Avowed provides a focused narrative with rewarding exploration and smart design choices, making it a strong contender in the RPG genre.
'No matter what we changed, somebody was going to get mad:' After hearing what an Obsidian dev went through to get RPG difficulty right, I get why nobody's ever gotten RPG difficulty right
Obsidian senior systems designer Robert Donovan discussed the challenges of balancing RPG difficulty, using The Outer Worlds 2 as an example. He explained that the team focused on a 'hits to kill' system for Normal difficulty, acknowledging that no single setting would satisfy all players. Despite the difficulties in tuning, The Outer Worlds 2 was ultimately considered a success.
2026 Game Developers Choice Awards winners announced
The winners for the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards have been announced. Several titles were recognized across various categories, including Best Audio, Best Debut, Best Design, Innovation Award, Best Narrative, Best Technology, Best Visual Art, Social Impact, and Audience Award. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Blue Prince were among the most nominated games.
Phil Spencer Was Good for Xbox, but His Legacy Is Complicated - IGN
Phil Spencer is retiring after 38 years with Microsoft, concluding a 12-year tenure as Head of Xbox. His legacy is viewed as complicated, with shareholders seeing massive stock growth while some hardcore gamers point to increased subscription prices, fewer exclusives, and studio closures. Despite these criticisms, the article argues Spencer was a net positive, crediting him with saving Xbox during the Xbox One era, championing features like backwards compatibility and cross-play, and building a strong portfolio of studios and games.
The future of RPGs is isometric
The isometric role-playing game genre is experiencing a significant resurgence, driven by the success of titles like Baldur's Gate 3 and Disco Elysium. This trend sees developers embracing the classic top-down perspective, bridging the gap between modern AAA RPGs and older, more hardcore cRPGs, with new projects emerging across indie, AA, and even AAA studios.
Avowed PS5 Port Scores 8.5/10 with Anniversary Update Features
The Obsidian Entertainment-developed action-RPG Avowed has received an 8.5/10 score for its PlayStation 5 port, which includes all patches and the Anniversary Update. The port offers three performance modes (30fps, 40fps, and 60fps) and features new playable races and a quarterstaff weapon. This release highlights the benefits of studios taking time to optimize ports, expanding the game's audience after its initial Xbox and PC launch.
Lost Fallout: New Vegas post-ending dialogue has been found and restored
Post-game dialogue for Fallout: New Vegas, originally cut by Obsidian Entertainment, has been restored through a mod. This restoration allows players to continue experiencing the Mojave Wasteland with dialogue reflecting their main campaign decisions, offering a closer look at the developers' original vision.
The Outer Worlds 2 Patch 1.1.0.0
Players discuss the underperformance of The Outer Worlds 2, attributing it to poor marketing, a buggy launch on PC, and the impact of Game Pass. Some argue that day-one releases on subscription services may cannibalize sales and question the long-term sustainability of such models for developers.
"Gary will no longer attack the player from beyond the veil" says The Outer Worlds 2's latest patch, which also makes a death pit work as intended
The Outer Worlds 2 has received a new patch, version 1.1.0.0, which includes several bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements. Notable fixes include preventing the character Gary from attacking from 'beyond the veil,' ensuring a death pit functions as intended, and addressing NPC behavior issues. The patch also adds features like a waiting mechanic to advance time, toggleable walking, and new stealth kill animations.
No Fallout New Vegas remaster teases here, Iron Galaxy say, we're just really enthusiastic about meetings
Iron Galaxy Studios has denied that their recent social media posts featuring a screen from Fallout: New Vegas were teasing a remaster of the game. The studio stated that the image was simply a recurring slide used for their monthly company meetings. Despite the denial, speculation about potential Fallout remasters continues, fueled by past leaks mentioning a Fallout 3 remaster.
In a climate thirsty for a Fallout: New Vegas remaster, the studio behind Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 seems to tease exactly that
Iron Galaxy, known for remastering Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4, has hinted at a potential remaster of Fallout: New Vegas through a LinkedIn post featuring Fallout-themed imagery. The studio has prior experience with Bethesda titles, including Fallout 4 VR and Fallout 76.
Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond leaving Xbox
Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond are departing their leadership roles at Xbox, marking a significant shift for the platform. Asha Sharma will take over as CEO, with Matt Booty promoted to chief content officer. Spencer and Bond have led Xbox through a period of major acquisitions and a strategic shift towards a unified software platform.
The Best Co-Op Games To Play Right Now
This guide highlights the best co-op games available now, featuring a wide range of genres and platforms. It emphasizes the unique social enjoyment and replayability that cooperative gameplay offers, distinguishing itself from single-player experiences by focusing on current, widely accessible titles rather than an all-time ranking.
The best Fallout New Vegas mods
This guide details numerous mods available for Fallout New Vegas, enhancing the decade-old RPG with new textures, quests, and gameplay mechanics. It covers popular mods like Project Nevada, New California, and JSawyer Ultimate, alongside installation instructions using Fallout Mod Manager.
Avowed will run at 60fps on Xbox Series X - which is great news
Obsidian Entertainment has confirmed that Avowed will feature a 60fps performance mode on Xbox Series X, addressing previous concerns about frame rate limitations. This update is seen as a positive development for the upcoming role-playing game, especially for Xbox Game Pass subscribers who will receive it day one. The confirmation of a performance mode prioritizes smooth gameplay, a key factor for action-heavy titles.
