Fallout New Vegas
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Fallout: New Vegas dev says Bethesda made the studio sit through 'a whole powerpoint about all the things Obsidian…Former Fallout: New Vegas writer Chris Avellone claims Bethesda Softworks presented Obsidian Entertainment with a PowerPoint detailing the studio's perceived mistakes. Avellone suggests Bethesda used DLC review scores as a reason not to continue working with Obsidian, despite Fallout: New Vegas's enduring popularity and its role in keeping the franchise in the public consciousness.
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 DesignerFormer 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 codeFormer 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 PreservationA 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 designernGame 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 remakeChris 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.
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.
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.
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 developer Iron Galaxy announces more layoffs after cuts in early 2025Iron Galaxy Studios has announced another round of layoffs, citing current market conditions and evolving player consumption habits. The veteran developer, known for its work on titles like Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 and support for The Last of Us Part II's PC port, previously laid off 66 employees in early 2025. Adam Boyes also stepped down as co-CEO last year, leaving Chelsea Blasko as the sole leader.
Fallout: New Vegas Remaster Unlikely Since Bethesda Lacks “Engineering Know-How”, Says AvelloneDesigner Chris Avellone believes a remaster of Fallout: New Vegas is unlikely because Bethesda lacks the necessary engineering expertise. He noted that Bethesda's past acquisition of source code from Obsidian Entertainment for a small bonus indicates their limited capability to recreate the game. While both studios are now owned by Microsoft, Avellone suggests Bethesda should first attempt a Fallout 3 remaster to gain experience.
Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood Interactive, will never uninstall Doom from his PC, and has over 488 hours in Fallout 76:…New Blood Interactive CEO Dave Oshry discusses his PC gaming habits, highlighting Doom as a game he'll never uninstall and Fallout 76 as the game he has the most hours in. He shares his passion for CRPGs and FPS games, and details upcoming updates for titles like Fallen Aces and Gloomwood.
Fallout: New Vegas designer says don't hold your breath for an Oblivion-style remaster: "I don't think Bethesda has the engineering knowhow"Fallout: New Vegas designer Chris Avellone expressed doubt about a potential remaster, suggesting Bethesda lacks the engineering capability. He indicated that the absence of source code from Obsidian Entertainment could prevent such a project, though using Unreal Engine or collaboration under Microsoft ownership might offer possibilities.
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Bethesda "lectured" Fallout New Vegas designer for saying the RPG would run at 30 FPS: "'Why do you have a f***ing engine that can't run 30 frames per second?'"Fallout: New Vegas senior designer Chris Avellone shared an anecdote where Bethesda executives lectured him about promising the game would run at 30 frames per second. Despite the game's known performance issues due to the Gamebryo engine, Avellone stated that a game not running at 30 FPS was inexcusable. This discussion highlights internal awareness of the game's technical limitations prior to launch.
Fallout 2 and New Vegas designer still hates the series' Amazon TV show: "I had to shut it off within a…Fallout 2 and Fallout: New Vegas designer Chris Avellone expressed strong dissatisfaction with Amazon's Fallout TV show, finding both seasons difficult to watch due to perceived flaws in storytelling and cinematography. Despite his criticisms, Avellone acknowledged the show's success and its positive impact on the Fallout franchise.