Fifteen years after the release of Fallout: New Vegas, one of the most beloved entries in the post-apocalyptic RPG franchise, Obsidian Entertainment has officially announced its participation in a special Fallout: New Vegas panel and livestream as part of Fallout Fan Celebration 2025. This marks a rare return of the original New Vegas development team to the Fallout community spotlight — and fans couldn’t be more excited.
The event, set to take place on November 15, 2025, will serve as a nostalgic tribute to the 15th anniversary of Fallout: New Vegas, which first launched on October 19, 2010, for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. Over the years, New Vegas has become a cult classic, praised for its deep narrative design, player choice, and gritty representation of the Mojave Wasteland.
🕹️ Obsidian Returns to the Wasteland
Obsidian announced that several key members from the original New Vegas team will join the special retrospective panel. Confirmed speakers include Creative Director John Gonzalez, Senior VFX Artist John Lewis, Senior Concept Artist Brian Menze, and Director of Communications & Franchise Mikey Dowling. Together, they’ll revisit stories from development, share behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and reflect on how New Vegas became one of the most iconic Fallout titles ever created.
This special session is being described as “a trip down memory lane through the Mojave Wasteland.” Fans attending the event in person will get to hear firsthand accounts of how Obsidian built the world of New Vegas, from its faction politics and branching storylines to its unforgettable characters like Mr. House, Caesar, and the enigmatic Courier Six.
📺 Fallout Fan Celebration 2025: What to Expect
The Fallout Fan Celebration 2025 will run from November 14 to 16 and will take place in Nevada, the same state that inspired the world of New Vegas. The Obsidian panel will be hosted live at the Pioneer Saloon in Goodsprings, a real-world location that fans will recognize from the game’s opening moments.
The event’s organizers have also confirmed that the entire celebration — including the Obsidian panel — will be live-streamed online. However, detailed information about the broadcast platform and viewing schedule will be revealed closer to the event date.
While the celebration is not an official Bethesda event, it remains one of the most popular community-driven gatherings for Fallout fans. It’s unlikely that any major game announcements will take place there, but the panel’s nostalgic focus promises plenty of exclusive insights for long-time players.
💬 The State of Fallout in 2025
The renewed attention on Fallout: New Vegas comes at an interesting time for the franchise. Bethesda Game Studios continues to support Fallout 76 with seasonal content, while fans eagerly await updates on Fallout 5. Meanwhile, Amazon’s Fallout TV adaptation has been renewed for its second season, further fueling interest in the series.
Leaked Microsoft documents from the FTC’s 2023 hearing hinted that a Fallout 3 remaster had been in early planning stages during the 2020s. However, there has been no indication that New Vegas will receive similar treatment anytime soon. Industry insider Nate the Hate recently suggested that even the Fallout 3 remaster remains far from release — making the idea of a New Vegas remake or sequel still a distant dream for fans.
🎉 A Celebration of a Timeless Classic
While fans may not get a new New Vegas announcement just yet, Obsidian’s participation in the Fallout Fan Celebration 2025 represents a heartfelt acknowledgment of the game’s enduring legacy. From its morally complex factions to its unforgettable dialogue, Fallout: New Vegas remains a high point in RPG storytelling — and a reminder of what makes the Fallout universe so special.
Whether attending in person or tuning in online, fans can expect an emotional, nostalgic celebration of one of the greatest post-apocalyptic games ever made.