Summary
When Microsoft had its massive document leak in 2023, there was a lot of information to unpack. Fans had a look behind the veil of projects either in pre-development or currently in development by Xbox’s various studios, including Bethesda. Among these many leaks were rumors of remakes of several classic titles, includingThe Elder Scrolls 4: OblivionandFallout 3. This led to many fans already hoping for a remake of the Obsidian classic,Fallout: New Vegas, to have renewed interest. Fast-forward to today, when a remake ofFallout: New Vegasseems to still be as desired as ever.
Many regardFallout: New Vegasas the pinnacle of the franchise, simultaneously channeling the essence of the originalFallout 1andFallout 2while using the innovations that Bethesda made withFallout 3. The desire for a sequel or even a remake has never waned, and the conversation is still as strong as ever. Following Xbox’s acquisition of both Bethesda and Obsidian, it seemed more possible than ever for the two companies to collaborate on afutureFalloutproject. AFallout: New Vegasremake could be the perfect game to start this collaboration now, for several key reasons.
Why Xbox Should Push For A Fallout: New Vegas Remake Now
Remakes Are Still Popular
It’s no question that remakes are still very popular. The trend has been active for several years now but doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. Recent releases such asResident Evil 4andDead Spaceshow that remakes are still a viable option, and many developers are jumping at the opportunity. AFallout: New Vegasremakeshould strike while the iron is hot, as the longer it takes to release, the higher the chance that remake burnout could take full effect.
Fallout Has A TV Series Releasing Soon
TheFalloutshow is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on June 04, 2025. As it will be likely to release episodes incrementally from that point forward, an announcement of aNew Vegasremake during the usual June developer showcases would be perfectly timed. Even if Xbox and Obsidian simply announce they are planning to develop the game and have not yet begun, this could still capitalize on the show. The fact thattheFalloutseriesis set in regions near the setting ofNew Vegasmakes a possible tie-in all the more fitting.
Fallout 5 Is Still Many Years Away
It has been confirmed by Todd Howard and Bethesda thatThe Elder Scrolls 6will be the next project released by the studio. Only afterThe Elder Scrolls 6releases willFallout 5be the focus of the company. There is no currently confirmedrelease date forElder Scrolls 6, but that still seems very far away.Fallout 5will likely not be seen for many years, so additional games in the series made by other developers would be the perfect way to fill the gap. This is especially true given the current slate of games that Bethesda is developing and publishing:
Though some of these Bethesda games are being developed in collaboration with or primarily by partner studios, they still likely require resources from the company themselves. This is why allowingother developers to makeFalloutgamescould be a great move for the franchise. Remakes are also a great option in place of a fully new game as there is already a framework to build upon. Hopefully Bethesda announces something aboutNew Vegassoon.
