Multiple reports suggest Bethesda is developing a remaster of Fallout 3, potentially similar to the recent Oblivion remaster, with no official details yet. The game, originally released in 2008, has been playable on newer consoles via backwards compatibility, but a dedicated remaster has not been announced. Bethesda is also working on Fallout 76, The Elder Scrolls 6, and Fallout 5.
Fans have created a highly detailed remaster of Fallout 3 using around two dozen mods, requiring downgrading the game version, as anticipation grows for an official remaster from Bethesda, especially after the release of Oblivion Remastered.
The article discusses how certain lackluster boss fights can prevent otherwise exceptional video games from achieving a perfect 5-star rating, using examples like Colonel Autumn from Fallout 3, whose underwhelming final battle detracts from the overall experience.
Playing Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas on Xbox Series X and S offers benefits like FPS Boost and native 4K, while PC players can enhance their experience with mods. Begin Again - A Tale of Two Wastelands is a curated collection of over 300 mods that merge the two games into one seamless adventure, offering quality-of-life improvements, balance changes, and more. To access these mods, players need a gaming PC, the specific editions of the games, a nexusmods.com account, and Wabbajack. The mod list provides extensive enhancements, including UI customization, gameplay tweaks, higher resolution screens, improved movement controls, and integration of DLC-specific content, making it the ultimate way to enjoy both games on PC.
Amazon's Fallout TV series has sparked interest in the game franchise, and for newcomers, Fallout 3 is recommended as the best starting point due to its action-rich gameplay and similarities to the show's storyline. Fallout 4 and Fallout: New Vegas are also good choices, while Fallout Shelter offers a casual experience. However, the first two Fallout games and Fallout 76 are not ideal starting points, and non-canonical games Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel and Fallout Tactics are best avoided.
For newcomers to the Fallout franchise, Fallout 4 is recommended as the best starting point due to its modern gameplay and accessibility, despite some narrative shortcomings. Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are also viable options, while spinoff titles like Fallout Shelter and Fallout 76 offer different experiences. With a total of 10 games in the series, each Fallout game has its own standalone story, and playing previous titles is not necessary to understand later ones.
Fans of Fallout 3 may want to hold off on replaying the game as a remastered version is reportedly in the works, potentially set for release in the next couple of years. Bethesda's leaked document indicated remasters for both Fallout 3 and The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion, but the release dates have been delayed, possibly due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on development schedules. In the meantime, Bethesda is looking to capitalize on the success of the Fallout TV show by releasing a 'next-gen' update for Fallout 4 and new content for the mobile spin-off Fallout Shelter.
Amazon's Prime Gaming subscription service is adding two more Fallout games, Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, to its lineup in celebration of the launch of the live-action Fallout TV show. These games are available for Prime Gaming members via the Luma game streaming service. Additionally, other titles being given away to subscribers in April include Fallout 76, with a full list of upcoming releases provided. This expansion coincides with the positive reception of the Fallout TV show and the upcoming next-gen update for Fallout 4.
