A report from last month revealed that Microsoft was in talks to acquire Obsidian. It turns out that the rumors were true because Microsoft Studios has since announced that they have acquired not only Obsidian, but also inXile Entertainment, both of whom are expected to continue to operate independently after the acquisition.

According to Microsoft, “Together, the two new studios bolster Microsoft Studios to now include 13 distinct and diverse game development teams. We’re focused on implementing new Microsoft technologies, delivering content for new platforms and services like Xbox Game Pass, and creating exclusive games that turn players into loyal Xbox fans. We are committed to expanding the Microsoft Studios franchises players already love, and investing in new, exclusive content for every type of gamer.”

For those unfamiliar with either studio, Obsidian is the developer behind titles such as Fallout: New Vegas which is a widely beloved title in the Fallout franchise. The company had previously expressed their interest in newer Fallout titles, but more recently stated that it would be doubtful that they’ll be doing so and we wonder if perhaps the impending acquisition by Microsoft had anything to do with it.

inXile Entertainment was also responsible for games such as Wasteland 2, which coincidentally enough involved Obsidian to a certain degree.

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