Bethesda boss confirms Obsidian will remain a "distinct" team

Bethesda's chief executive Jill Braff has penned a letter to all employees, confirming that Obsidian Entertainment will remain an independent team under her company, maintaining its unique leadership structure. Just yesterday, Xbox announced a major restructuring of its internal studios, which included moving Obsidian under Bethesda's wing, acquiring Rare and the Halo franchise by Activision, contemplating the closure of Ninja Theory, and announcing 268 job cuts.

Braff addressed the staff via an email, describing the change as primarily a shift in reporting lines, promising that Obsidian's creative identity would stay intact. She expressed her admiration for Obsidian's team, praising their exceptional talent and experience in crafting memorable games. Braff assured the staff that Obsidian, led by Feargus Urquhart and his team, would continue to head its own projects, including a fresh Fallout installment.

She also reassured that the company's roadmap and priorities wouldn't be altered. Braff expressed her eagerness to work more closely with Obsidian, aiming to build on the strong foundation already established within the organization.