Chris Avellone, former creative director at Obsidian Entertainment, expressed doubts in an interview about a potential remaster of Fallout: New Vegas. According to Avellone, Bethesda lacks the technical expertise to successfully carry out such a project. Furthermore, the complete source code for New Vegas may not be available.
Technical Challenges at Bethesda
Avellone explained that Bethesda originally required Obsidian to provide the source code and development tools for $10,000. However, this requirement was not met for unknown reasons. Avellone suspects that financial disagreements during development played a role.
Impact of the Microsoft Acquisition
Although bothBethesdaand Obsidian now belong to Microsoft, Avellone sees no advantage to a remaster. He doubts that the acquisition can overcome the technical hurdles Bethesda would have to master for a remaster.
Potential Test Cases for a Remaster
Avellone suggests that a remaster of Fallout 3 could serve as a test case for Bethesda to overcome technical challenges. This project could serve as a template for Fallout: New Vegas and highlight issues that arise when combining new technologies with older engines.
The question remains whether Bethesda is ready to tackle these technical challenges. The prospect of a New Vegas remaster remains uncertain, as the necessary foundations are not yet in place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is a remaster of Fallout: New Vegas unlikely?
Chris Avellone believes that Bethesda does not have the technical expertise or the complete source code to carry out a remaster.
What role does the Microsoft acquisition play in terms of a remaster?
Despite the acquisition, Avellone does not see an improvement in the chances of a remaster, as technical hurdles remain.
Could a Fallout 3 remaster serve as a test case?
Yes, Avellone suggests that a Fallout 3 remaster could help Bethesda identify technical challenges before tackling New Vegas.
