'There's a Huge Amount of Mutual Respect' — Todd Howard Dismisses 'Fan Chatter' About Purported Rivalry Between Bethesda and Fallout: New Vegas Developer Obsidian
Bethesda’s Todd Howard addresses long-standing fan speculation regarding a purported rivalry between his studio and Fallout: New Vegas developer Obsidian.
- Intelligence Anchor: 'There's a Huge Amount of Mutual Respect' — Todd Howard Dismisses 'Fan Chatter' About Purported Rivalry Between Bethesda and Fallout: New Vegas Developer Obsidian
- Core Takeaway: Bethesda’s Todd Howard addresses long-standing fan speculation regarding a purported rivalry between his studio and Fallout: New Vegas developer Obsidian.
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What happened
Todd Howard has publicly dismissed reports of a rivalry between Bethesda and Obsidian, characterizing the narratives as fan chatter. He also confirmed his continued commitment to his role at Bethesda, refuting rumors regarding his retirement. Coverage from outlets including Yahoo Tech, GameSpot, PC Gamer, and EGW.News focuses on Howard’s clarification of the studio's professional relationships.
Additional reports from Engadget and Massively Overpowered highlight broader operational updates at the company, noting a new partnership with ZOS regarding the Elder Scrolls franchise. Future developments include the release of a new Fallout 76 expansion and upcoming projects for the Fallout franchise. Bethesda has confirmed that these plans include remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas.
Specific release windows for these titles remain unstated.
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The reporting (9)
- Bethesda Details What's Next For Fallout And Its Other Franchises Amid Xbox Cuts Engadget · 67d ago
- Bethesda confirms new Fallout 76 expansion, closer partnership with ZOS on Elder Scrolls franchise Massively Overpowered · 67d ago
- Bethesda Confirms New Fallout Games Including 3 & New Vegas Remasters 80 Level · 67d ago
- Todd Howard Stated There Is No Rivalry Between Bethesda and Obsidian, and He Also Doesn't Plan to Retire EGW.News · 67d ago
- Todd Howard checks his calendar, sighs quietly, and tells us all again that he doesn't have a grudge agains... Yahoo Tech · 67d ago
- Todd Howard Addresses “Fan Chatter” About Bethesda-Obsidian Rivalry Conspiracies Yahoo Tech · 67d ago
- Todd Howard talks Fallout season 2, Obsidian, and Deathclaws Yahoo Tech · 67d ago
- Todd Howard Addresses "Fan Chatter" About Bethesda-Obsidian Rivalry Conspiracies GameSpot · 67d ago
- Todd Howard checks his calendar, sighs quietly, and tells us all again that he doesn't have a grudge against Obsidian or Fallout: New Vegas PC Gamer · 67d ago
Questions people are asking
Is Todd Howard retiring?
No, coverage states he has explicitly addressed and dismissed plans to retire.
Are there new Fallout games in development?
Yes, Bethesda has confirmed plans for a new Fallout 76 expansion and remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas.
What is the relationship between Bethesda and Obsidian?
According to Todd Howard, there is mutual respect between the studios, and he denies the existence of any rivalry or grudge.
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