Fallout Shelter

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6.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 219 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 107 out of 219
  2. Mixed: 65 out of 219
  3. Negative: 47 out of 219
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  1. miniwolfen
    Jul 2, 2016
    9
    The best free to play game out there is this one. Its easy to play and get into, fun and enjoyable. Fallout shelter is fun because no one is competing against you other than yourself. It is the best free to play game. Pick it up if you can!
  2. BrushedRed
    Jun 17, 2015
    9
    Think Tiny Tower without being a total rip-off. Surprisingly, and I could be wrong, they haven't tried to make me pay for extra coins or anything. It's kinda like Tiny Tower in that you build a shelter, but overall it's so much more. You can get characters to explore the wasteland as others grow up and work in the shelter. It's kinda hard to first get into and can seem overwhelming butThink Tiny Tower without being a total rip-off. Surprisingly, and I could be wrong, they haven't tried to make me pay for extra coins or anything. It's kinda like Tiny Tower in that you build a shelter, but overall it's so much more. You can get characters to explore the wasteland as others grow up and work in the shelter. It's kinda hard to first get into and can seem overwhelming but it's also very adaptable. I love this game series and it's a fun little addition to get me prepared for Fallout 4… Expand
  3. busbfran
    Jun 18, 2015
    8
    It's addictive simulation game play and stylish graphics are worth the free installation, however its slow paced and action lacking game play does the fallout series no justice. Fallout Shelters is fun but I doubt the game will have the buzz in a weeks time.
  4. nutzip
    Jun 20, 2015
    9
    Great game if you love fallout!!! a little slow paced but fun beng an oversear of a vault.Learn peoples stats and put them in the right job to get good resources
  5. Skarwind
    Aug 19, 2015
    8
    I'm reviewing the Android version of this game since metacritic has yet to add that to the list. Thankfully the game was ported over to the Android OS and I have to say that it is a very well made game. The first thing that hit me when I loaded it up was that there were micro transactions. At first I was upset that Bethesda had chosen to take this route in the free to play market, but thenI'm reviewing the Android version of this game since metacritic has yet to add that to the list. Thankfully the game was ported over to the Android OS and I have to say that it is a very well made game. The first thing that hit me when I loaded it up was that there were micro transactions. At first I was upset that Bethesda had chosen to take this route in the free to play market, but then I realized that unlike most FTP games on mobile devices, this one wasn't pay to win.

    The lunchbox idea seems like something a Pay to win game would use but thankfully Bethesda decided not to screw over its customers. You technically never even need to open one up in order to do well and in a timely fashion. Most games seem to feel like they are geared towards being a more rewarding experience when you support the company, but Bethesda make it feel more like you are tipping a waiter or waitress a well deserved tip.

    Now moving on to the game. It's a simple micro manage your own civilization style of game. You build rooms deeper and deeper into the mountain side as you gain more vault dwellers by having your dwellers do the dirty deed or gaining them as they show up at your doorstep. You need to manage food, power, and water to keep them happy and productive. The game sticks to the traditional Fallout motif in using the SPECIAL system to benefit different rooms/wasteland exploration (should you choose to send your people out into the wild for supplies, caps, and exp). It also keeps the art aesthetic and music of the series.

    The graphics shouldn't test the limits of your smart phone or tablet and according to some websites the game can even be emulated on PCs using an Android emulator (so yay for that). Many are complaining about the controls being a little testy on the smart phone side of the game but over time these should be fixed. For now you may encounter the occasional bug where you can't select a vault dweller unless you close and reopen the game or even a bug where your vault door will stay open (I have no idea if this actually affects the game or not as I didn't want to test it out).

    It's an addicting game that will make you constantly want to keep an eye on your little mountain side village. You'll encounter Rad Roach invasions, Raider attacks, and if you are very unlucky, a Devil Claw attack. You'll have to equip your people with the appropriate weapons and clothing to survive and move them room to room based on threats and other situations.

    Ultimately this is a free to play game that requires nothing other than your time. There are no in game ads (for those who don't want to pay) and the only thing you ever may want to give Bethesda other than your cash is a vote on the game's respective marketplace. So give it a try and I think you will be surprised how refreshing it is to actually have a FTP game that doesn't force you to dish out your hard earned money.    … Expand
  6. ITZZZPERRY
    Aug 7, 2015
    8
    Fallout is an enjoyable distraction available on the App Store. It's addictive and fun, although it could also be seen as limited in capacity. This is definitely worth a pickup, though, as it is free.
  7. tsakiym
    Jun 23, 2015
    8
    Great game. Free, Offline, no pay to win and super addictive. I spent many hours on this game. It's super simple and enjoy full. Good job Bethesda :).
  8. benjiman75
    Aug 4, 2015
    10
    Great game that captivates and keeps you glued to the screen with its simpleness yet difficulties you can be stuck to this game for a day and only think its been an hour! Defiantly recumbent it
  9. X_Gizmo_X
    Aug 12, 2015
    10
    This is one of the best mobile games I have ever had the honor to play. It is unlike any other building game. In my case I find the game to be unique with an art style perfectly suited for what the game is.
  10. rodericrinehart
    Jun 19, 2015
    8
    Very fun mobile game with no pay-to-win and can be enjoyed completely offline. As far as mobile games go (which I score differently than console and PC), it is pretty damn good. Other great ones: Hearthstone, Hitman Go, Plants vs Zombies, Plague Inc., Kingdom Rush, Monument Valley.
  11. FrostGames
    Jun 29, 2015
    10
    The best game of this kind just for one reason: completely optional IAP, in contrast to the "Tiny..." series that are full of it. And also has the FallOut vibe. RECOMMENDED.
  12. XDavidX
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    The game is just amazing. I love play this game. For me this game is amazing ! Nothing more to comment because this game is amazing ! I rate this 10/10
  13. c0ld3st
    Aug 19, 2015
    10
    This is a really fun game with a great personality. I really like that you can equip and rename and train individual dwellers. It really adds something to the simple resource generation basis of the game. It makes the experience much more 'personal', if you want to make it that way.

    Ignore all the people who are complaining that it's p2w. You get enough lunchboxes from completing in    This is a really fun game with a great personality. I really like that you can equip and rename and train individual dwellers. It really adds something to the simple resource generation basis of the game. It makes the experience much more 'personal', if you want to make it that way.

    Ignore all the people who are complaining that it's p2w. You get enough lunchboxes from completing in game 'quests' that you can easily build a successful vault. My first vault was over 120 occupants without spending any money. You just have to take the time to plan and resist the temptation to build too quickly and over extend your power.

    My second vault I bought lunchboxes. Usually, If I spend several hours on a free game, I try to give back a little. The purchase made everything very easy, as my dwellers were well equipped and I had more 'rare' dwellers.

    I would recommend this game strongly to anyone who likes builder type sims, and also anyone who likes the fallout universe.    … Expand
  14. JoshLuck1995
    Jun 19, 2015
    9
    This is the best mobile game ever made. I am playing it on my iPhone 5s, I do not own an ipad so i cannot say how performance is on that but from what ive played (a few days worth now) its simply amazing. This is the first mobile game i have ever got into as im not really a fan of iOS games but this has me hooked and i even spent 17 pound in game! IF this game has this effect on me then iThis is the best mobile game ever made. I am playing it on my iPhone 5s, I do not own an ipad so i cannot say how performance is on that but from what ive played (a few days worth now) its simply amazing. This is the first mobile game i have ever got into as im not really a fan of iOS games but this has me hooked and i even spent 17 pound in game! IF this game has this effect on me then i cannot imagine what it will do if your a hardcore mobile gaming fan!!!!!!!… Expand
  15. TheQuietGamer
    Jul 24, 2016
    9
    An interesting spin-off for the Fallout franchise that puts you in control of your very own vault. It's your job to build it, grow it, and keep the inhabitants happy. Things like crafting, collecting supplies, and sending your vault dwellers out on quests really capture the feel of the Fallout universe.

    The free-to-play nature of it is handled incredibly well. You really can do    An interesting spin-off for the Fallout franchise that puts you in control of your very own vault. It's your job to build it, grow it, and keep the inhabitants happy. Things like crafting, collecting supplies, and sending your vault dwellers out on quests really capture the feel of the Fallout universe.

    The free-to-play nature of it is handled incredibly well. You really can do everything and not spend any money. The microtransactions are barely noticeable. You can still feel like you are making progress while waiting on the timers.

    Various updates have removed the need for almost constant attention the game required before. Now you can take some time off and not have to worry about your vault being in horrible shape when you return. They finally fixed it where you can pick up play it whenever you feel like rather than having your time with it being dominated by the game's needy nature.

    It's a completely free-to-play spin-off that feels completely part of the Fallout universe. Building and managing your very own vault can be a blast. The pick up and play at your own leisure nature of it makes it worth a look for any Fallout fan. It's also worth a look for those who enjoy these kinds of building sims and don't want to feel like it's constantly shaking you down for money.    … Expand
  16. SrPepe
    Jun 23, 2018
    8
    Este juego es excelente y super adictivo. NO es para nada un PayToWin, una cosa es pagar para mejorar tu calidad de juego (Clash Royale), y otra para acelerar procesos, es un juego FREE TO PLAY para CELULAR, obviamente que de algún lado van a tener que sacar plata, y está muy bien que lo hagan en que el jugador tenga la posibilidad de acortar tiempos y no en que el jugador la use paraEste juego es excelente y super adictivo. NO es para nada un PayToWin, una cosa es pagar para mejorar tu calidad de juego (Clash Royale), y otra para acelerar procesos, es un juego FREE TO PLAY para CELULAR, obviamente que de algún lado van a tener que sacar plata, y está muy bien que lo hagan en que el jugador tenga la posibilidad de acortar tiempos y no en que el jugador la use para mejoras obligatorias.
    Me encanta y es muy divertido.    … Expand
  17. DigitalDivision
    Aug 5, 2016
    10
    Fallout Shelter is a addictive game that u will never missed each day when u start playing it, but the design are absolutely great and this isn't like u will spend everything and u gotta use some things wisely, the quests are great and I like the new enemies, also the pets are the best, so I give this a 9/10
  18. BobaMarjanoic
    Jul 4, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fallout Shelter is a very good game, better than any of those stupid microtransaction games. Its worth getting it!… Expand

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71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 39
  3. Negative: 1 out of 39
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Sep 1, 2015
    85
    Fallout Shelter is a decent free-to-play title, as it never begs for money and you can play it relatively easily without spending a dime. It's also a prime example of marketing. By releasing the game just after the announcement of Fallout 4, Bethesda made an excellent example of capitalizing the IP. [Aug 2015]
  2. Attack of the Fanboy
    Aug 23, 2015
    70
    Fallout Shelter is an enjoyable but ultimately shallow experience. It’s set apart from others of its ilk by making its transactions truly and completely optional — though sorely tempting.
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  3. TheAppzine
    Aug 20, 2015
    70
    Thankfully, Fallout Shelter's nostalgic aesthetics (which imitate signs and other written materials seen in Fallout 3 and New Vegas) mostly outshine the issues of the game's shallow nature.
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