Bethesda takes over management of Obsidian Entertainment
Bethesda has taken over the management of Obsidian Entertainment from Xbox Game Studios, a move that comes amidst Xbox's ongoing restructuring and significant layoffs. Obsidian will continue its current projects, including Grounded and a new Fallout game, with collaboration on Fallout projects. Bethesda president Jill Braff assured Obsidian staff that the studio's creative identity and leadership will remain intact.
Retro Gamer first reported the management change, noting it occurred after seven years under Xbox Game Studios. PC Gamer expressed strong criticism of the decision, questioning the logic and potential negative impact on both studios. Gaming Bolt and Eurogamer reported on the assurances from Bethesda regarding Obsidian's creative independence, with Gamedeveloper.com and Games Industry also confirming these statements. Rock Paper Shotgun, however, argued that the structural change will likely dilute Obsidian's ability to create original series despite these assurances.
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Bethesda say new underlings Obsidian will retain their "distinct" creative identity, despite no longer being as free to work on their own creatively distinct series
Bethesda's Jill Braff announced that Obsidian Entertainment will now report to Bethesda, impacting its creative independence. While Braff claims Obsidian's distinct identity will remain, the article argues this structural change, especially with Obsidian working on a new Fallout project, will likely dilute their ability to create original series like The Outer Worlds or Pentiment.
Bethesda says that Obsidian's 'creative identity' will be preserved, just months after multiple projects were cancelled and it was told to make a Fallout game
Bethesda Game Studios stated that Obsidian Entertainment's 'creative identity' will be preserved following its integration into Bethesda and the cancellation of multiple projects. Despite assurances, the article expresses skepticism, highlighting recent layoffs and the shift to developing a new Fallout game after a 16-year hiatus from the franchise.
Bethesda försäkrar att Obsidian ska få behålla sin identitet
Bethesda has assured employees of Obsidian Entertainment that the studio will retain its distinct creative identity and operate as a separate team following its acquisition by Xbox. Bethesda Game Studios will continue to lead the Fallout franchise, with both studios collaborating on a new Fallout project.
Bethesda boss confirms Obsidian will remain a "distinct" team
Bethesda boss Jill Braff confirmed that Obsidian Entertainment will remain a distinct studio with its existing leadership following Xbox's recent studio reorganisation. This move places Obsidian under Bethesda's reporting structure, though its creative identity and strengths will be preserved. The teams will continue to collaborate on new Fallout projects.
Report: Bethesda president tells Obsidian staff it won't lose 'creative identity' after merge
Bethesda president Jill Braff reportedly assured Obsidian Entertainment staff that their 'creative identity' will remain intact following the merger into Bethesda. The move, announced by parent company Xbox, involves a change in reporting structure rather than creative oversight. Obsidian leadership will continue to lead the studio, which will report to Braff, while Bethesda Game Studios will continue to lead the Fallout franchise, with both teams collaborating on a new Fallout project.
Obsidian will keep its "creative identity" under Bethesda, Fallout and Elder Scrolls boss says in leaked memo
A leaked memo from Bethesda president Jill Braff suggests Obsidian Entertainment will maintain its creative identity while reporting to Bethesda following Xbox's recent layoffs and restructuring. Despite assurances, concerns remain about Obsidian's future, particularly regarding its original IP development and the shift towards franchise-led projects, especially with reports of layoffs and a new Fallout game collaboration.
Obsidian's "creative identity and strengths" will remain intact, promises Bethesda, as it takes control of Fallout: New Vegas studio
Following Xbox's recent reorganisation, Obsidian Entertainment is being moved under Bethesda's umbrella. Bethesda president Jill Braff assured staff that Obsidian's creative identity will remain intact, with CEO Feargus Urquhart continuing to lead the studio. This move comes as Bethesda Game Studios leads the Fallout franchise, with early work on a new Fallout project already underway.
Baldur's Gate 3 publishing lead worries for Fallout: New Vegas dev Obsidian as Bethesda takes over management of the studio, says he "can't imagine that feels great"
Baldur's Gate 3 publishing lead Michael Douse expressed concern over Bethesda taking over management of Obsidian Entertainment, suggesting it would be a difficult situation for the studio. This news comes amid significant layoffs at Xbox, impacting both Bethesda and Obsidian, and follows the unveiling of a new collaborative Fallout game and remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas.
Obsidian Will Retain Leadership and “Creative Identity” Under Bethesda – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Obsidian Entertainment will maintain its leadership and creative identity while reporting to Bethesda under a new organizational structure within Xbox. This change comes amidst significant layoffs and restructuring within Xbox, raising concerns for Obsidian's future despite assurances of continued creative independence and ongoing work on a new Fallout project.
Obsidian Entertainment to fall under Bethesda's authority following Xbox layoffs
Obsidian Entertainment is now under the authority of Bethesda Game Studios following recent Xbox layoffs and organizational changes. Obsidian will continue its current projects, including Grounded, and is working on new Fallout titles with Bethesda, including a remaster of Fallout: New Vegas. The article suggests this consolidation implies Bethesda will take on responsibility and control of Obsidian's operations.
What the hell are you guys doing?
The author expresses strong criticism towards Microsoft's decision to place Obsidian Entertainment under Bethesda Softworks, questioning the logic and potential negative impact on both studios' legacies and developers. The move is seen as a baffling addition of bureaucracy and a sign of executive incompetence, especially following other industry layoffs and the closure of Tango Gameworks.
Obsidian’s New Fallout Game Is Still Coming, As The Studio Moves Under Bethesda’s Umbrella
Obsidian Entertainment will now operate under Bethesda Softworks as part of Xbox's ongoing restructuring. This change aims to integrate Obsidian more closely with Bethesda's business unit while allowing Obsidian to continue its current projects, including Grounded and a new Fallout game.
Bethesda takes over Obsidian Entertainment management from Xbox Game Studios as the two continue work on their…
Bethesda Game Studios is now managing Obsidian Entertainment, taking over from Xbox Game Studios after seven years. This change occurs as both studios continue work on a collaborative Fallout project, potentially a remaster of Fallout: New Vegas or even Fallout 5. The news comes amidst significant layoffs impacting both studios.
