Fallout is a post-apocalyptic RPG franchise created by Interplay Entertainment and developed by Black Isle Studios, before Bethesda Softworks took over the IP in 2004. The series features a retrofuturistic style following a nuclear war that devastated the game's world. Players typically inhabit a Vault Dweller, someone who remained safe in an underground shelter, appearing in the post-apocalyptic world where a problem needs to be solved. While the older games were more tactical RPGs, Fallout 3 took the franchise into the first person shooter genre, while also retaining the RPG elements.
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Fallout 5 Needs its Own 'Nick Valentine' Companion
Fallout 5 is bound to have plenty of companion options, and introducing its own version of Nick Valentine could work wonders.

Fallout 5 Should Exhume One Companion Type for the Modern Series
While Fallout 5 is still a ways off from release, it may be wise for it to look at one classic type of companion that has been underutilized thus far.

Fallout 4 Creature Designer Shares Game-Changing Monster Cut From the Game
A Creature Designer who previously worked on Fallout 4 reveals a game-changing monster that was cut from the final game.

Former Fallout: New Vegas Lead Writer Rejoins Obsidian
The lead writer on Fallout: New Vegas rejoins Obsidian Entertainment nearly 15 years after leaving the award-winning developer.

A Forgotten Fallout Spin-Off Deserves a Second Chance with a Winning Formula
One of the Fallout series' less beloved spin-offs would be perfect for a new lease on life following a popular new multiplayer formula.

Iconic Bethesda Voice Actor Provides an Update on Recovery
The iconic Bethesda voice actor, who was in critical condition over the past few days, shares a message with fans to update them on his recovery.

The Case for Ditching Settlements in the Next Fallout Game
As the wait for the next Fallout game continues, Bethesda choosing to ditch settlement building may ultimately be for the best.

8 Scariest Monsters In Fallout, Ranked
Players have been witness to countless irradiated horrors throughout the Fallout franchise, and the following are the most terrifying.

Anticipated Fallout: New Vegas Mod Set in New Mexico Has Been Canceled
A highly anticipated Fallout: New Vegas mod set in New Mexico is canceled after years of development.

The Next Starfield DLC Could Solve One Problem With its Companions
There's no telling when the next Starfield DLC will be ready, but Bethesda would benefit from addressing a common companion complaint.

The Next Fallout Game Needs to Keep This Option Open to Players
The next Fallout entry should give fans more possibilities for one type of style and approach to roleplaying their characters in the Wasteland.

Fallout 5 and New Vegas 2 Don't Have to Be Mutually Exclusive
Bethesda has yet to reveal the setting of the next Fallout, but if theories are true, it could pave the way for a New Vegas return.

Most Complex Bethesda Games, Ranked
While their games now may be simple to pick up and play, Bethesda has also released some notoriously complicated titles.

Fallout World Design is at its Best When it Follows One Immersive Trend
Fallout brings immersive wastelands to life, and one tool used in the franchise demonstrates the power of strong world building.

Fallout 76 Releases Big New Update for January 2025
Bethesda gifts a new-year treat to Fallout 76 players by deploying a new January update that supplies improvements across all platforms.

The Argument for Fallout 5 to Feature New Vegas' Most Iconic Faction
Though it's still far from release, there are a number of good reasons for Fallout 5 to include New Vegas' most prominent organization.

Fallout 4 Player is Completing the Game Roleplaying as Walter White
A Fallout 4 player online creates a build that allows them to roleplay as Breaking Bad's Walter White throughout the game.

10 Things That Need To Be In Fallout Season 2
Here are ten things from Fallout: New Vegas that need to be in Fallout season 2.

Assassin's Creed Shadows' Canon Mode Would Fit Right In With One Industry Trend
Assassin's Creed Shadows is introducing a 'Canon' mode to its choice-based story, and that's something one current industry trend could use as well.

The Case For and Against Bethesda Switching to Unreal Engine 5
Switching to Unreal Engine 5 would be beneficial for Bethesda games in a lot of ways, but it would also have some notable downsides.