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Xbox reboots Fallout, Elder Scrolls VI delayed amid layoffs

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Xbox is reportedly re-evaluating its plans for major franchises following significant layoffs. Obsidian's Avowed 2 has allegedly been canceled, with the studio shifting focus to a new Fallout game. Elder Scrolls VI is still estimated to be 2-3 years away, and the future of Halo remains uncertain, with no new title announced since 2021. Additionally, id Software has reportedly seen half its staff laid off, casting doubt on the future of the Doom franchise, while Perfect Dark has been canceled. AI

RANK_REASON Article discusses internal plans and potential cancellations/shifts for established game franchises following layoffs, rather than a new release or core research.

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Xbox reboots Fallout, Elder Scrolls VI delayed amid layoffs

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Tassi, Senior Contributor ·

    The Reality Of Xbox’s Plans For ‘Fallout,’ ‘Elder Scrolls,’ ‘Halo’ And More

    Xbox will get a new Fallout game earlier than expected, but for this and other series, the reality of the future remains somewhat stark.

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