Fallout is a post-apocalyptic role-playing video game franchise that is owned and published by Bethesda Softworks.
The first Fallout game was developed by Interplay Productions and released in 1997.
After the release of Fallout 2 in 1998, there was a lengthy legal battle between Interplay and Bethesda over the rights to the franchise.
Bethesda finally obtained the rights to Fallout in 2007 and released Fallout 3 in 2008.
Since then, Bethesda has released Fallout: New Vegas, Fallout 4, and Fallout 76, as well as several spin-offs and ports of the original games.
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An online action role-playing game set in an open world environment.
A single player action role-playing game set in an open world environment.
A single player action role-playing game set in an open world version of post-apocalyptic Nevada.
The Fallout series takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity struggles to survive after a nuclear war. The games often explore themes of survival, morality, and the consequences of technology.
Fallout games generally involve exploration of an open world, engaging NPCs in conversations that can affect the story, and making choices that affect the outcome of the game. Combat is often turn-based or VATS-based, and players can collect items and materials to craft new items.
The Fallout games are all set in the same universe and share common themes and motifs, but each game is a standalone story that takes place in a different location and time period.
Yes, each Fallout game is a standalone story with its own characters and setting. However, there may be easter eggs and references to previous games that enhance the experience for players who are familiar with the franchise.
Yes, the Fallout games are known for having a large modding community that creates new content, fixes bugs, and enhances the gameplay experience in various ways. Some mods are available on Bethesda's official website, while others can be found on third-party websites.