Obsidian Entertainment's Growth and New Horizons: The Impact of Microsoft Acquisition

The gaming sector is undergoing notable transformations as studios expand their operations and resources, particularly after affiliations with larger companies. One notable example is Obsidian Entertainment, which has seen substantial growth since becoming part of the Microsoft family.

Following Microsoft’s acquisition five years ago, the studio has evolved considerably. In 2018, Obsidian was among several developers welcomed into the Microsoft ecosystem, and it has since become an integral member of the Xbox community. Just recently, they celebrated the launch of the new role-playing game, Avowed.

Feargus Urquhart, the co-founder and head of the studio, has expressed his excitement regarding their partnership with Xbox. In a recent discussion on a podcast, he shared insights into the studio's growth driven by the support from Microsoft. Initially, Obsidian employed around 170 individuals, but since joining Xbox, they have expanded their team to 285, alongside establishing multiple co-development partnerships.

The team is actively working on the development of The Outer Worlds 2, with an anticipated release later this year. Additionally, there are various other projects in progress, with speculation about a return to the Fallout series, a possibility that the studio has indicated they would be keen to pursue.