Obsidian Entertainment's CEO, Feargus Urquhart, has publicly expressed his strong interest in developing a game based on Microsoft's Shadowrun IP. This revelation follows an interview where he was asked about his preferred non-Fallout Xbox franchise to work on. Urquhart's enthusiasm for Shadowrun is undeniable, stating it's "super cool" and his top choice among Microsoft's IPs.
While Obsidian is currently occupied with projects like Avowed and The Outer Worlds 2, Urquhart's preference highlights the studio's potential to breathe new life into a relatively dormant franchise. This aligns with Obsidian's history of successfully developing compelling sequels within established RPG universes, including their acclaimed work on Fallout: New Vegas.
Obsidian's expertise in crafting expansive RPG worlds, evident in titles like Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II and Neverwinter Nights 2, makes them a strong candidate for a Shadowrun project. Urquhart's long-standing personal connection to the franchise, owning multiple editions of the tabletop RPG, further underscores his commitment.
The Shadowrun franchise, originally a tabletop RPG launched in 1989, boasts a rich history and multiple video game adaptations. While Harebrained Schemes has released several Shadowrun games recently, including remastered versions in 2022, the demand for a new, original title remains high among fans. The last standalone entry, Shadowrun: Hong Kong, debuted in 2015. Should Obsidian secure the license, a new Shadowrun game would undoubtedly be eagerly anticipated.
