The article discusses the upcoming release of The Outer Worlds 2, highlighting its design as a tribute to Obsidian's RPG heritage. Developers Brandon Adler and Leonard Boyarsky emphasize the game's deeper role-playing elements and its relation to past titles like Fallout: New Vegas, as well as how recent success with games like Baldur's Gate 3 has influenced player expectations for RPGs. The game is set to offer expansive choices and consequences for players, further enhancing the interactive experience.
The article expresses caution regarding the use of the Obsidian app, highlighting concerns about its closed-source nature, the lack of distribution via the Mac App Store, and potential risks associated with community plugins. While the author appreciates the app's philosophy and potential, they emphasize the importance of being aware of the security implications involved in using it, especially when accessing sensitive data.