What’s new: Xbox has announced a major restructuring that will result in the layoffs of 3,200 employees by summer 2027. This has significantly impacted Obsidian Entertainment, which lost 25% of its staff and is now shifting focus to develop a new Fallout game, sidelining other projects, including a sequel to Avowed.
Who’s affected
Obsidian Entertainment, known for its work on the Pillars of Eternity series, has been particularly affected by the layoffs, losing a substantial portion of its workforce and altering its project priorities. The studio’s potential to build on the success of its CRPG universe is now in jeopardy.
What to do
- Stay informed about the developments in the gaming industry, particularly regarding Xbox and Obsidian’s future projects.
- Monitor updates on the status of Avowed and other Obsidian titles as they may still be in development behind the scenes.
- Engage with the community to discuss the implications of these changes on the CRPG genre and the gaming landscape.
