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Fallout: New Vegas Writer Returns, But Don't Get Your Hopes Up

Feb 02, 2025 11:12 AM

John Gonzalez, the lead writer of Fallout: New Vegas, has returned to Obsidian Entertainment but is not working on a sequel to the beloved RPG. His appointment as creative director raises hopes among fans, yet Gonzalez himself has clarified that he is not involved with Fallout: New Vegas 2. Instead, Obsidian is currently focused on new titles such as Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2. Though Gonzalez has impressive credentials, having worked on games like Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor and Horizon Zero Dawn, fans need to temper their expectations regarding a New Vegas continuation.

Will there be a Fallout: New Vegas sequel?

Unfortunately, while John Gonzalez's return may spark interest in a sequel, there are no plans for Fallout: New Vegas 2. Instead, Obsidian is prioritizing original IPs and upcoming projects.

Fallout: New Vegas was released in 2010 and received critical acclaim for its storytelling and open-world gameplay. Set in a post-apocalyptic Las Vegas, it allowed players to explore a vast desert landscape while making choices that shaped the game's narrative. Though fans have long desired a sequel, various developers have moved on to different projects, leaving the possibility uncertain for now.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2025-02-02 11:30:08
It’s great to see John Gonzalez back at Obsidian, but it’s clear the studio is carving out new paths rather than revisiting old ones. While a New Vegas sequel would be a dream, the focus on fresh IPs like Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2 shows they’re not afraid to innovate and take risks.
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-02-02 11:24:08
It’s always exciting to see a talented writer like John Gonzalez back at Obsidian, but it’s a bummer for fans hoping for a New Vegas sequel. Still, with projects like Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2 on the horizon, there’s plenty to look forward to from the studio.
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