In a recent interview, Chris Avellone, the celebrated writer behind Fallout: New Vegas and former creative officer at Obsidian Entertainment, expressed skepticism regarding the prospects of a remaster for the beloved title. His candid remarks, shared with TKs-Mantis and highlighted by GR+, have stirred conversations among fans and industry insiders alike.
Engineering Challenges Ahead
Avellone’s assertion that “I don’t think Bethesda has the engineering knowhow to make a remaster of New Vegas at all” raises eyebrows, particularly in light of Bethesda’s successful remaster of Oblivion. He elaborates on the unique challenges posed by New Vegas, noting that the last directive from Bethesda to Obsidian was to “deliver all the source code and the ability to make the build” for a fee of ,000. This historical context suggests that the path to a remaster is fraught with complications.
According to Avellone, the only feasible route for a New Vegas remaster would involve a similar financial and logistical framework. He posits that the anticipated Fallout 3 remake could serve as a testing ground for this process, allowing developers to identify potential hurdles and address them proactively.
Ownership Dynamics
While both Bethesda and Obsidian now fall under the Microsoft umbrella, Avellone cautions against assuming that shared ownership will lead to seamless collaboration. His departure from Obsidian in 2015 stemmed from creative and business disagreements with management, a reminder that internal dynamics can significantly influence project outcomes.
Since leaving Obsidian, Avellone has continued to make his mark in the gaming industry, contributing to notable RPGs such as Divinity: Original Sin 2 and Pathfinder: Kingmaker. His recent work includes a collaboration with Red Info, the studio founded by Disco Elysium’s lead writer, Robert Kurvitz, on an unannounced project.
Rumors and Speculations
The chatter surrounding a potential Fallout 3 remaster has persisted for years, fueled by the success of Oblivion Remastered and the popularity of the Fallout television series. This backdrop has led to a swell of optimism regarding a New Vegas remaster, with speculation reigniting just last month. However, Avellone’s insights serve as a sobering reminder of the complexities involved in bringing beloved titles back to life.
Fallout: New Vegas dev says don’t expect a remaster, argues Bethesda doesn’t have the source code or ‘the engineering knowhow’
In a recent interview, Chris Avellone, the celebrated writer behind Fallout: New Vegas and former creative officer at Obsidian Entertainment, expressed skepticism regarding the prospects of a remaster for the beloved title. His candid remarks, shared with TKs-Mantis and highlighted by GR+, have stirred conversations among fans and industry insiders alike.
Engineering Challenges Ahead
Avellone’s assertion that “I don’t think Bethesda has the engineering knowhow to make a remaster of New Vegas at all” raises eyebrows, particularly in light of Bethesda’s successful remaster of Oblivion. He elaborates on the unique challenges posed by New Vegas, noting that the last directive from Bethesda to Obsidian was to “deliver all the source code and the ability to make the build” for a fee of ,000. This historical context suggests that the path to a remaster is fraught with complications.
According to Avellone, the only feasible route for a New Vegas remaster would involve a similar financial and logistical framework. He posits that the anticipated Fallout 3 remake could serve as a testing ground for this process, allowing developers to identify potential hurdles and address them proactively.
Ownership Dynamics
While both Bethesda and Obsidian now fall under the Microsoft umbrella, Avellone cautions against assuming that shared ownership will lead to seamless collaboration. His departure from Obsidian in 2015 stemmed from creative and business disagreements with management, a reminder that internal dynamics can significantly influence project outcomes.
Since leaving Obsidian, Avellone has continued to make his mark in the gaming industry, contributing to notable RPGs such as Divinity: Original Sin 2 and Pathfinder: Kingmaker. His recent work includes a collaboration with Red Info, the studio founded by Disco Elysium’s lead writer, Robert Kurvitz, on an unannounced project.
Rumors and Speculations
The chatter surrounding a potential Fallout 3 remaster has persisted for years, fueled by the success of Oblivion Remastered and the popularity of the Fallout television series. This backdrop has led to a swell of optimism regarding a New Vegas remaster, with speculation reigniting just last month. However, Avellone’s insights serve as a sobering reminder of the complexities involved in bringing beloved titles back to life.