Obsidian Returns to Fallout – Unlocked 750
Summary
Podcast Unlocked celebrates its 750th episode and host Michael’s 21st birthday while discussing Obsidian’s shift to a new Fallout game led by Josh Sawyer. The hosts analyze the implications of this pivot, noting the cancellation of Avowed 2 and recent layoffs at the studio. They debate whether Obsidian will use Unreal Engine for speed or Bethesda’s Creation Engine for modding support, ultimately favoring Unreal. The episode also covers Xbox’s broader strategy to focus on core IPs like Halo and Elder Scrolls, comparing it to Nintendo’s franchise management.
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Episode 750 intro, host birthday, and health update
Preview of the action RPG 'The First Berserker: Khazan'
Josh Sawyer to lead new Fallout game at Obsidian
Analysis of Xbox's restructuring and IP strategy
Obsidian's creative freedom and past RPG successes
Discussion on game engines: Unreal vs. Creation Engine
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id Software layoffs and return to Doom roots
Speculation on future id Software projects like Quake
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Halo Project Eaker cancelled in favor of Campaign Evolved
Outro, charity bundle, and Stitchfix ad
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