Tim Cain, the legendary co-creator of the original Fallout game, has made headlines once again by rejoining Obsidian Entertainment as a full-time employee. This exciting news comes as Cain hints at working on a mysterious, unannounced project that he believes fans wont be able to guess. His return marks a significant moment for both Cain and Obsidian, especially after his previous work on acclaimed titles like The Outer Worlds and Pillars of Eternity.

In a bold move that has sent shockwaves through the gaming community, Microsoft has confirmed that Obsidian Entertainment’s upcoming title, The Outer Worlds 2, will launch as the first Xbox game priced at $80. This decision follows Nintendo’s controversial pricing strategy with Mario Kart World and raises questions about the future of game pricing in an industry already grappling with consumer sentiment regarding value for money. The announcement, made during the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, was accompanied by a new gameplay trailer that humorously critiques corporate greed—a theme central to the game itself.