'Huge respect to the folks at Obsidian': Todd Howard invited Obsidian devs onto Fallout season 2's set so they could see New Vegas in the flesh

PC Gamer
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Todd Howard of Bethesda invited Obsidian developers to visit the set of the Fallout TV show's second season, which will feature locations from Fallout: New Vegas. Howard emphasized that there is no rivalry between the studios, acknowledging Obsidian's significant contribution to the Fallout series. He expressed respect for their work and noted that the success of New Vegas ultimately benefits the franchise as a whole, allowing fans to debate their favorite entries.

2025-12-04 | GamesRadar+: Bethesda's Todd Howard tips his hat to Obsidian, says he invited the Fallout: New Vegas devs to the Fallout Season 2 set to relive the iconic setting

Todd Howard of Bethesda expressed admiration for Obsidian Entertainment, inviting them to the set of Amazon's Fallout Season 2. He praised their recent successes with Avowed, Grounded 2, and The Outer Worlds 2. Howard noted that Bethesda had planned Skyrim after Fallout 3, leading to Obsidian's involvement in Fallout: New Vegas. He appreciates the passionate fan debates over which Fallout is superior, viewing it as a positive aspect of the franchise's community.

2025-12-05 | GameSpot: Fallout: New Vegas Dev Obsidian Visits Fallout Season 2 Set

Obsidian Entertainment visited the set of Fallout Season 2, which premieres on December 17 on Prime Video. Bethesda's Todd Howard expressed respect for Obsidian, highlighting their successful year with upcoming titles Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2. While there are rumors of a New Vegas sequel, previous statements from key writers indicate no current plans. Fallout 5 is confirmed, and a 15th-anniversary bundle for Fallout: New Vegas is set for release next year.

2025-12-05 | GamesRadar+: Fallout boss Todd Howard reassures New Vegas fans that the Amazon TV show built an "incredible" set for season 2: "Their ability to pull it off on the scale, so much of it practical, it was incredible"

Todd Howard, director at Bethesda, praised the set design for Fallout season 2, which premieres on December 17, highlighting its impressive scale and practical effects, particularly in the New Vegas setting. He noted that fans have specific expectations for New Vegas, contrasting it with the more unfamiliar locations of season one. The show's popularity has exceeded expectations, prompting developers to prepare the games for new players.