Bethesda is releasing a Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition on November 10th to celebrate the game's 10th anniversary, including the base game, expansions, and Creation Club content, ahead of the Prime Video Fallout TV show premiere, with a Switch 2 version coming next year.
Fallout 4, almost nine years after its release, has become the best-selling game in Europe, experiencing a 7,500% increase in sales in the past week, largely driven by the success of the Fallout TV show on Amazon Prime Video. The entire Fallout series has seen a resurgence, with Fallout 4 leading the way, and other titles like Fallout 76, Fallout: New Vegas, and Fallout 3 also experiencing sales gains. The success of the TV show, along with hefty discounts on the games, has contributed to this surge in popularity, with the show already renewed for a second season and confirmed as one of Amazon's top three most-watched original shows.
Fallout 76's upcoming Skyline Valley update is generating excitement with its newly expanded map, which players can now test on the Public Test Server. The update, featuring a new region in Skyline Valley, allows players to participate in public events and stake their claim on the land with C.A.M.P.S. The expansion comes at a time of renewed interest in the Fallout franchise, following the success of the Fallout TV show, with players returning to Fallout 3, 4, New Vegas, and 76.
Fallout TV show Season 2 has been confirmed, and it's been revealed that the iconic Deathclaws will make their debut after being absent in Season 1. Co-showrunner Graham Wagner explained that they wanted to save the monumental creature for Season 2 to do it justice. Fans are speculating about how their arrival might play out, with hopes for an epic showdown in New Vegas. As viewers eagerly await Season 2, they can delve into unanswered questions and theories from Season 1 in an interview with Bethesda Game Studios executive Todd Howard and executive producer and director Jonathan Nolan.
Fallout 4 has surged to the No.1 position in European game sales, with a remarkable 7,500% increase, likely due to discounts coinciding with the popular Fallout TV show on Amazon Prime. The majority of sales were on PC, and other Fallout titles also saw increased sales, with Fallout 76 at No.8, Fallout: New Vegas at No.9, and Fallout 3 at No.10. The Fallout Classic Collection, Fallout 2, and Fallout also made appearances further down the charts.
Fallout New Vegas director, Josh Sawyer, encourages fans to give the much-maligned Caravan card game another try, stating that it's "not that hard" despite low achievement numbers. This comes as the Fallout TV show's success drives fans back to Bethesda games, but a new Fallout game may not be on the horizon as a Bethesda veteran suggests they need time to create great content. However, Fallout 4 is set to receive a next-gen update on April 25.
Fallout TV show star Ella Purnell describes her character Lucy as a deadly softie, but fans have calculated her RPG level and found it to be relatively low, possibly around level eight, based on her in-game actions. The analysis suggests that Lucy's progress in the show is remarkable given her level, and the show's emphasis on the harsh wasteland mirrors the challenging nature of the Bethesda games.
A viewer discovered a hidden Easter egg in an early Fallout TV show poster, revealing that the vault door Lucy is walking out of resembles a skull and the Fallout mask. Redditors reacted to the discovery, with some noting similarities to The Punisher and The Ghoul. The adaptation is filled with hidden details from the Fallout games, including a map of key vault locations and a New Vegas cameo. Walton Goggins, who stars in the show, revealed that the iconic "war never changes" line was new to him. Fallout season 1 is available on Prime Video, and fans are speculating about a potential season 2.
The Fallout TV show's success has led to a significant boost in revenue and downloads for the mobile game Fallout Shelter, with daily revenue skyrocketing from $20,000 to $80,000 and downloads more than doubling. Concurrent players for various Fallout games on Steam have also more than doubled, with Fallout 76 reaching a new peak concurrent players record. The show's tie-in with the game, including official S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stats for characters, has likely contributed to the surge in interest.
Fans of the Fallout TV show are debating what XP level the character Lucy would end up with based on her actions in the series, with some speculating she would likely be around Level 8. Additionally, Lucy's official S.P.E.C.I.A.L. stats from Fallout Shelter have been revealed, providing insight into her character traits. The show has sparked discussions about how it aligns with the Fallout video game series, and IGN has compiled details from the games that have influenced the show's storyline.
The success of Prime Video’s Fallout TV show has led to a significant increase in player numbers for Bethesda's Fallout games on Steam, with Fallout 76 setting a new peak concurrent players record of 39,455. Even older titles like Fallout New Vegas and Fallout 4 have seen a resurgence in player numbers. The success of the TV show has also resulted in increased sales and promotions for the Fallout series, with Bethesda announcing a release date for the next-gen update for Fallout 4.
Fallout 76 is currently free for Prime Gaming subscribers on PC and Xbox, with the offer available until May 15. The game's availability is part of a promotion tied to the release of the Fallout TV show on Amazon Prime Video. The franchise has seen a surge in player numbers, with Fallout 4 and Fallout 76 experiencing significant concurrent player increases on Steam. Additionally, Prime Gaming subscribers can also obtain a GOG code for Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel and play Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition and Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition on Amazon Luna. Furthermore, a new ATMOS Ambience Overhaul mod for Fallout: New Vegas on PC has been released, offering an immersive 3D ambient soundscape.
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.
Tim Cain, lead on the original Fallout game, praised the new Fallout TV show but expressed frustration with fans' destructive behavior towards people involved in the series. He enjoyed the premiere and appreciated the show's portrayal of the Fallout "vibe," but criticized fans for their online behavior and emphasized the need for mutual respect.
The Fallout TV show on Prime Video is packed with 111 video game details pulled straight from the Fallout series, including iconic lines, Vault-Tec iconography, RPG elements, PipBoy features, music, computers, tech, weapons, items, creatures, Brotherhood of Steel references, and familiar locations, making it a treat for fans of the game series.