Xbox Overhaul Hits Obsidian

Xbox's recent business overhaul has led to significant changes within its studios. Obsidian Entertainment, known for its work on role-playing games, has been particularly affected, losing 25% of its staff. The remaining team has been tasked with developing a new Fallout game, which may mean putting other projects, such as a sequel to Avowed, on the backburner. This decision has been met with disappointment, as Obsidian had built a strong foundation with Avowed. The layoffs are part of a larger restructuring effort by Xbox, which aims to tighten its focus on its biggest intellectual properties. Other studios, including Id Software, have also been impacted by the job cuts.

The future of Avowed 2 remains uncertain, with some reports suggesting that the team may continue working on it in the background. However, for now, it appears that the project is not a priority for Microsoft. This has led to concerns that Xbox is missing an opportunity to capitalize on Obsidian's potential.

The gaming industry is closely watching the developments at Xbox, as the company navigates this significant restructuring effort. The impact of the layoffs on the studios and the games they produce will be closely monitored in the coming months.