Fallout Series Expansion Potentially Inbound

Several Fallout developers, including New Vegas director Josh Sawyer, have expressed enthusiasm for a new Fallout game, but with a crucial caveat: creative freedom. Sawyer, in a YouTube Q&A, stated his willingness to helm another title, but only if given sufficient creative leeway. He emphasized the importance of exploring new ideas, stating that restrictive constraints would diminish the project's appeal.

This sentiment is echoed by other developers. Fallout co-creators Tim Cain and Leonard Boyarsky expressed interest in a Fallout: New Vegas remaster, and more broadly, a new entry in the series. However, Cain highlighted the need for novelty, emphasizing that the allure of a new project hinges on offering something fresh and unexplored. He explicitly stated his reluctance to create another Fallout game without a compellingly innovative element.

Obsidian CEO Feargus Urquhart also voiced his desire to return to the Fallout franchise, should the opportunity arise. However, as of January 2023, he confirmed that no new Fallout project was underway, citing Obsidian's busy schedule with titles like Avowed, Grounded, and Outer Worlds 2. While he expressed hope for a future Fallout project before his retirement, he acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding such a venture.

In short, while the talent is eager, the possibility of a new Fallout game from these key figures rests heavily on the promise of innovative gameplay and creative freedom.