Fallout: New Vegas

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  1. duncan816
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Fallout New Vegas is a very good take on the franchise even 8 years after it came out it still holds up on everything except graphics. A key note as well is graphics don't make a game, it's quality and story writing and this game does it well. The entire game was made by studio Obsidian Entertainment who which a majority of the people working there are past fallout fans from 1 & 2 beforeFallout New Vegas is a very good take on the franchise even 8 years after it came out it still holds up on everything except graphics. A key note as well is graphics don't make a game, it's quality and story writing and this game does it well. The entire game was made by studio Obsidian Entertainment who which a majority of the people working there are past fallout fans from 1 & 2 before Black Isle broke up. Meaning that the people making it will be following the lore from previous games they've made that takes place in the wild desert of the western US.

    The game does a beautiful job of giving the player freedom of choice, the option to skip it and do whatever they like. The world is a very creative take on the alternate future of the Mojave with different factions each having an in depth storyline. The gameplay has mostly held up, just point and shoot when it comes to combat. Sure it has aged but there is no real issue with it. The story is amazing along with the DLC each having a extremely deep lore. Even the DLC gives the player freedom of choice! Do you side with one or the other? Or do you kill them all? Thats the beauty of good quality fleshed out storytelling.

    Overall Fallout New Vegas is a game I will always hold dear to my heart as a favorite game of all time. The game is very good and definitely worth picking up if you haven't played it.    … Expand
  2. StriderComplex
    May 18, 2020
    10
    The game is a true rpg experience, modern role-playing games just don't compare to the immersive story and choices fallout new vegas has to offer, lets hope we get a sequel to this spin off one day.
  3. Norleft
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Sin lugar a dudas es el mejor Fallout de toda la saga, si vienes de Fallout 4 o 76 hay que decir que te vas a encontrar con algo muy distinto en este juego, no se trata de un juego de farmeo y de loot o crear tu propia base.

    Fallout New vegas es un juego que esta diseñado y pensado para rolear y si te gusta aunque sea un poco ese estilo de juego te lo recomiendo 100% porque te puede    Sin lugar a dudas es el mejor Fallout de toda la saga, si vienes de Fallout 4 o 76 hay que decir que te vas a encontrar con algo muy distinto en este juego, no se trata de un juego de farmeo y de loot o crear tu propia base.

    Fallout New vegas es un juego que esta diseñado y pensado para rolear y si te gusta aunque sea un poco ese estilo de juego te lo recomiendo 100% porque te puede llegar a enganchar y estar durante horas explorando el Yermo y mirando en cada esquina.

    No encontraras muchos tiros o situaciones forzadas para pegarse con nukes a diestro siniestro, ano ser que eso sea lo que tu quieres claro, y a eso voy. En este juego puedes hacer literalmente lo que PUTO QUIERAS, tendrás una ""historia base"" (con la cual dar contexto y saber porque estas en el Mojave) y a partir de ahí tu decidirás que ocurrirá y que haces en New Vegas, no como que facción quieres que gobierne el lugar como ocurre en fallout 4, no, aquí todo lo que hagas tiene repercusión.

    Puedes extinguir todas aquellas facciones que no te gustan (o no quieres que participen en la historia) no porque te lo diga alguien o tengas una misión para hacerlo, sino porque tu quieres y si no quieres que estén en el mapa, vas a por ellos y acabas con todos ellos.

    Y no te preocupes por si la misión principal ""se puede estropear"" porque como ya he dicho el mundo y las misiones se ajustan a tus decisiones con miles de opciones, y aquí no hay ningún tipo de personaje ""necesario"" como había en Skyrim y Fallout 4, los cuales no pueden morir porque sin ellos la trama no podría avanzar.

    Si decides diezmar una población mata a todos los lacayos que hay desde la frontera hasta su rey y mata a su "rey" (puede ser presidente, líder, rey líder espiritual o x), simple y llanamente desaparecerán del mapa. Y como no, en la radio y el mundo se hablara de lo ocurrido y afectara a otras facciones y sobretodo ati y tu papel en el mundo.

    La verdad es que es la mejor experiencia fallout que he tenido, y he jugado en este momento a el 3, 4 y 76.    … Expand
  4. Nagita
    Nov 21, 2018
    9
    Obsidian's attempt to reclaim the wasteland.
    They took the stumbling Fallout 3 and made a proper RPG out of it.
    Where Bethesda tried to force the Fallout franchise through the Elderscrolls formula, Obsidian went on and forced the Elderscrolls formula into a Fallout game. Once more emphasis is on storytelling. It is on world building, on making choices feel like they have    Obsidian's attempt to reclaim the wasteland.
    They took the stumbling Fallout 3 and made a proper RPG out of it.

    Where Bethesda tried to force the Fallout franchise through the Elderscrolls formula, Obsidian went on and forced the Elderscrolls formula into a Fallout game.

    Once more emphasis is on storytelling. It is on world building, on making choices feel like they have consequence. A step away from civil-war type patriotism, and towards a broken world with delicious choices not only black and white- but juicy shades of gray.

    Yes, the graphics was even then aging, but that was perfectly fine. You were in the post apocalyptic Mojave desert- living in a world that took itself seriously enough to make fun of itself without making of itself a cliché. Expanding on the fallout world!

    With this type of storytelling you may as well set the Brotherhood of Steel, Supermutant and whatnot aside. They will create new and just as exciting content for us- and it will make sense in the fallout universe. Imagine the world of the Legion, or their take on the Institute!

    The only thing holding them back: the Elderscrolls formula.

    With this game- I saw the promise of Fallout 3 come to fruition:
    Imagine what may come of the next game! Then there was Fallout 4.    … Expand
  5. BulgarianCritic
    Nov 21, 2018
    10
    Truly one of the greatest Fallout games that were ever made.Im a huge fan of the fallout franchise when it first came out.And i can say with 100% certainty that this is one of the best games in the franchise.The story,missions,characters,factions and everything else were so well done that when the game ended i felt like all of my choices even the little ones had a huge impact on theTruly one of the greatest Fallout games that were ever made.Im a huge fan of the fallout franchise when it first came out.And i can say with 100% certainty that this is one of the best games in the franchise.The story,missions,characters,factions and everything else were so well done that when the game ended i felt like all of my choices even the little ones had a huge impact on the world.I wish obsidian could take the fallout ip and make more games since bethesda really screwed the ip with fallout 4 and the worse of them all fallout 76… Expand
  6. Sorok17
    Nov 29, 2018
    10
    There are not many games I would classify as 10/10. The number of games that fall within that category for me, I can count on my fingers and toes. This game, is one of those games. The gameplay of Fallout 3 refined and expanded upon with a larger world, with a large cast of interesting characters, and an engaging story line. A truly open ended RPG, that allows you to do what you want, andThere are not many games I would classify as 10/10. The number of games that fall within that category for me, I can count on my fingers and toes. This game, is one of those games. The gameplay of Fallout 3 refined and expanded upon with a larger world, with a large cast of interesting characters, and an engaging story line. A truly open ended RPG, that allows you to do what you want, and every choice you make helps shape your character, and how your character plays into the world at large. Yes, there are issues within the game. It can be relatively unstable at times, even more so if modded, and there are a fair number of bugs within the game. But despite the crashing and the bugs, this game is so engaging that it makes the crashes and mods worth it. A game I go back to at least once a year, and will more than likely go back to again and again for years to come. I can't stress enough, if you are looking for a fantastic game, and the best game within the Fallout franchise, you can find it here.… Expand
  7. BungLe-Chan
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    I've gotten back into New Vegas recently, since i just got my pc fixed. I downloaded the game and all it' dlc and fired it up. I don't think i stopped playing for a good 14 hours. I still have yet to beat the game, but i just keep getting enthralled in side quests. Either way, this is game is just a perfect post apocalyptic rpg
  8. Lee_Bale
    Dec 25, 2018
    9
    This is the best game out of the three ‘modern’ Fallouts. Obsidian has improved a lot of features which many Bethesda games often suck at, e.g. player choice, story, interesting NPCs and the added reputation system. Fallout: New Vegas is actually closer to Fallout 1 and 2 than to 3 and 4, and I love it. It's just a shame that its graphics and gunplay are so outdated, even for 2010 standards.
  9. Avoidedknave
    Jan 9, 2019
    9
    Too bad that Obsidian didn´t get any time to make this game from Bethesda, imagine what they could have made without the deadlines they gave them, too bad that when it came time that Bethesda made a Game they dropped the ball
  10. Zeratex
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    A very underrated game imo.

    Sure the game had technical issues at release, but now most of them got patched and fixed. Other than that the game is an absolute masterpiece. - Great graphics - Great open world - Great RPG elements - Amazing story and side quests. - Well made shooting system with different weapons and bullets. - Hardcore mode is awesome - Music is top tier. -    A very underrated game imo.

    Sure the game had technical issues at release, but now most of them got patched and fixed.
    Other than that the game is an absolute masterpiece.

    - Great graphics
    - Great open world
    - Great RPG elements
    - Amazing story and side quests.
    - Well made shooting system with different weapons and bullets.
    - Hardcore mode is awesome
    - Music is top tier.
    - Awesome characters
    - Awesome DLC
    - Great lore.

    Simply amazing, try this game pleaase :)

    10/10    … Expand
  11. Bergen98
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    One of my most favorite games. I have played it so many times and it still amazes me so much. Incredible and interesting plot, with many possible outcomes. Reputation and karma also play a huge part, especially in the end. Quests are not repetitive, almost all of them are unique in their own way. And the dialogues, oh my god, they are amazing. Especially the ones with Lanius (no spoilers).One of my most favorite games. I have played it so many times and it still amazes me so much. Incredible and interesting plot, with many possible outcomes. Reputation and karma also play a huge part, especially in the end. Quests are not repetitive, almost all of them are unique in their own way. And the dialogues, oh my god, they are amazing. Especially the ones with Lanius (no spoilers). Music also suits the game very well.
    Only negative side are bugs, but you can consider this as part of the bargain    … Expand
  12. chatskyisretard
    Mar 7, 2019
    10
    One of my favorite games (579 hours) and best Fallout game ever made.Love it.
  13. Thegame123
    Mar 26, 2019
    10
    An amazing game with a great story, chooses, characters, and the list goes on. One of my favorite games. The best fallout game, one of my favorite games, i can't recommend it enough.
  14. kekecdrekec
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    This game is just gold!
    Do not be scared of the graphics and the gunplay of this beautiful game since they are very outdated and old (but you can mod this game to make it look muuuuuuuuuuuch better).
    The thing that makes the game golden its is LORE and STORY the story is one of the best stories of Fallout! It shurely beats the stories that bethesda tries to tell in Fallout 3 , 4 and...    This game is just gold!
    Do not be scared of the graphics and the gunplay of this beautiful game since they are very outdated and old (but you can mod this game to make it look muuuuuuuuuuuch better).
    The thing that makes the game golden its is LORE and STORY the story is one of the best stories of Fallout! It shurely beats the stories that bethesda tries to tell in Fallout 3 , 4 and... "76". You choose your path your story your character everything. You have so much freedom that it's unimaginable on todays standars to be honest. I never saw a game TODAY with this much freedom for you character and story! You can kill practicaly everyone in New Vegas and it's so awesome to either be a straight up murdered that goes and kills everything or choose to do the opposite or what ever you wish.
    Know let me start with the story il try not to spoil it il just say the basics.

    You start off the game by getting shot in the head by a character and you are revived by a doctor in Goodsprings. You want to do you revenge twords him so you go around the wasteland and you will find out that there are 3 main factions that is the NCR ( New California Republic) , Ceasars Leagon and Mr House. You choose with which faction you wish to go practicaly with democracy, fascism/nazism or indipented vegas. The game will show how brutal humanity realy is and you will find even little or medium quests on other little factions that make the game even deeper!
    After you choose your faction and do the story in the end you are in a battle of hover dam where you will decide what will happen to the other factions as well.

    The story, the freedom of the world and your character keeps the game alive ( as well mods) so I totaly suggest giving this game a 9.
    I cannot give this game a 10 because this game will love to crash sometimes and does have bugs that you have to fix which its annoying to do but when you atleast fix the majority you will enjoy this game allot!    … Expand
  15. justsomedude-09
    Jul 11, 2019
    10
    One of the best RPGs I have ever played and the story is beautifully crafted. I highly recommend this game.
  16. CountCristo
    Jul 19, 2019
    9
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  17. KimHD2208
    Sep 23, 2019
    10
    Best RPG on the market just breathetaking......the level of depth in this game...just outstanding cant wait for the Fo4NV remaster.
  18. Skate_Rock_Play
    Aug 1, 2019
    10
    This is hands down the best fallout. If only the stupid critics on this dumb website rated this game a SINGLE point higher then it was, we would have more Obsidian Fallout games. I hope all the critics that shat on this game are happy with Fallout 76 because thats what your decision got us. You guys effectively ruined Fallout. Oh well, heres to the Outer Worlds.
  19. Sopewaters
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    If you liked Fallout 3's gameplay/look but also liked the diverse choices and options provided in Fallout 1 & 2's then New Vegas is the best game Fallout can offer. Between the numerous quests, the multiple intricate options, and the setting; fallout New Vegas is a fun first person shooter that has a fun (yet wonky) shooter perspective but blows it out of the water with the differentIf you liked Fallout 3's gameplay/look but also liked the diverse choices and options provided in Fallout 1 & 2's then New Vegas is the best game Fallout can offer. Between the numerous quests, the multiple intricate options, and the setting; fallout New Vegas is a fun first person shooter that has a fun (yet wonky) shooter perspective but blows it out of the water with the different factions that all have compelling reasons for their outlooks and the player choice that seems unheard of in Fallout 3 and even in fallout 4. A definite recommend if you like open world FPS yet with an engaging story… Expand
  20. Jake44
    Sep 11, 2019
    10
    This is one of the only games I still enjoy playing. It's easily one of the most fun and easy RPGs to get into. Can kill hours in this game even after so many years. May have its bugs, but I still keep playing it.
  21. GooverDan1
    Sep 17, 2019
    9
    This game is fantastic. Is some of the best RPG games I ever played, the liberty to do whatever you want to the main Courier is something that shows why Obsidian is still talented in giving a more detailed RPG game that Bethesda will ever reach. The story, the characters, the missions, every aspect of writing in this game is something fantastic and has a very deep dialogue from time toThis game is fantastic. Is some of the best RPG games I ever played, the liberty to do whatever you want to the main Courier is something that shows why Obsidian is still talented in giving a more detailed RPG game that Bethesda will ever reach. The story, the characters, the missions, every aspect of writing in this game is something fantastic and has a very deep dialogue from time to time. All the factions here are in a grey position, so they're not 100% good or 100% evil, everyone has their good and their flaws, and that is what we want in a RPG game.

    However, this game has some flaws... and sadly are big ones, like the unexpected crashes from time to time, is something sad, because the game is awesome to play, but the crashing in it becomes annoying at times, making it impossible to play. And maybe the missions are so simple, but that's because of the lots of cut content that this game has because of the rushed development.

    But I digress, this game is awesome, and everyone with a taste of RPG need to play it at least once, is some of the best RPG shooters out there and you definetly check it out.

    My final rating for this game is a solid 9/10. Has a pretty solid gameplay, a variety of sidequest to make hours and hours of gameplay, and the replay capacity to do another decisions and routes, makes this game an awesome experience in the Mojave desert.    … Expand
  22. LeonGob
    Oct 6, 2019
    10
    It is an insult to give this game the same score them Fallout 4, This really fell like a successor from the original Fallout series. Sometimes heavy and dark, others wacky and funny. There is everything on this game. So much options. This is a must play just like Fallout 3.
  23. Reverse_U
    Feb 24, 2020
    8
    One of the best games I've ever played. The game is very similar to Fallout 3 yet feels different and definitely better. 8/10.
  24. edxtan
    May 16, 2022
    10
    Fallout: New Vegas is endlessly engaging thanks to the stellar writing and unparalleled interactivity of its world.
  25. Denis94
    Apr 12, 2020
    8
    Si te vas a lanzar a jugarlo hoy en día tienes que tener en cuenta que hay bastantes bugs y crasheos pero si dejamos ese tema a un lado... Es el Fallout con más personalidad que se a hecho nunca es imprescindible si te gusta la saga es macarra, absurdo, bestia, con profundidad y buena historia... No se puede pedir más.
  26. Dankruptdan
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    Incredible game. Amazing roll playing elements and great story, very immersive! A must play for any gamer
  27. Roland932134
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    Holy ****
    This game is for sure the best RPG I've ever played and I've played quite a lot... It's a must try...
  28. swegboi
    Dec 23, 2019
    10
    Greatest non linear RPG I have ever played. Choice matters. Who you are matters. How you tailor your character is absolutely your choice. In the wasteland there is nothing that compels you to good, nor evil. it is only you.
  29. NukaCake
    May 3, 2020
    10
    The best Fallout game ever. Obsidian polished Bethesda's game mechanics and created story more interesting than all Bethesdas's fallouts have.
  30. Prometheus1241
    Feb 4, 2021
    10
    One of the best RPGs ever made, best ARPG, and a modern classic. Simply put- a masterpiece. 10/10
  31. NonameRR
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Interesting story, great soundtrack, the game feels very real. And the dialogs - oh my God! Compared to Fallout 3 and especially F4 feels like whole another level.

    The only thing that is not good - the engine, and therefore, the shooting mechanic. That's the only negative thing I can think of. If not that - game would be the greatest of them all.
  32. ggwp17
    Mar 13, 2020
    8
    Well the game is great
  33. darcy01
    May 1, 2020
    10
    This is the best 3d Fallout experience you can get. The other 3d games largely fell short in what I expected from a Fallout game, and undermined the lore, setting and expectations from a Fallout game so much that I cringe thinking about what the IP has become. A game this timeless doesn't need a good engine, though it would help. This game demonstrates WHY Bethesda is constantly ridiculedThis is the best 3d Fallout experience you can get. The other 3d games largely fell short in what I expected from a Fallout game, and undermined the lore, setting and expectations from a Fallout game so much that I cringe thinking about what the IP has become. A game this timeless doesn't need a good engine, though it would help. This game demonstrates WHY Bethesda is constantly ridiculed by fans of the series.… Expand
  34. Drorpre
    May 7, 2020
    10
    Still, the best thing Bethesda has done with the IP. And Bethesda didn't even make it!
  35. bancandrei
    May 14, 2020
    8
    It is amazing, how this game is pretty much Fallout 3 but feels totally different. Much more akin to the old, good, titles. Freedom, that's what this is about. Some nice local stories that you can get lost in. You pretty much need multiple playthroughs to experience what it has to offer. A lot of nice throwbacks or references to the old games. This may just be the definitive falloutIt is amazing, how this game is pretty much Fallout 3 but feels totally different. Much more akin to the old, good, titles. Freedom, that's what this is about. Some nice local stories that you can get lost in. You pretty much need multiple playthroughs to experience what it has to offer. A lot of nice throwbacks or references to the old games. This may just be the definitive fallout experience for some time to come. The only downside is how your life will resemble the wasteland because of how much time you can pour into this. Okay, there may also be bugs… Expand
  36. Berner669
    Jun 4, 2020
    10
    Still the best Fallout franchise game. Atmosphere is just great. Awesome OST, fantastic quests and good locations. Needs several graphic and gameplay DLCs in 2020.
  37. Rustick
    Jun 5, 2020
    9
    Прошел дважды со всеми длс, шикарная, атмосферная игра. Огромная вариативность в диалогах, квестах и сюжете делает эту игру одной из моих самых любимейших. Минусы есть, но с точки зрения технической, все таки графика далека от хорошей и + ко всему кривоватые анимации. Но игра все равно произведение искусстваПрошел дважды со всеми длс, шикарная, атмосферная игра. Огромная вариативность в диалогах, квестах и сюжете делает эту игру одной из моих самых любимейших. Минусы есть, но с точки зрения технической, все таки графика далека от хорошей и + ко всему кривоватые анимации. Но игра все равно произведение искусства
  38. KitterKatster
    Nov 16, 2021
    9
    Made by people that actually know what Fallout is. Shame they only had 14 months or so to make the dam thing.
  39. steenbro
    Jun 18, 2020
    9
    But truth is... the game was rigged from the start.
    Fallout: NV is a incredible game made by Obsidian. In term of storywise the game is awesome.
    Only minus I can find is that rusty Bethesda engine.
  40. line2453
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Despite a lot of bugs, the story in the main episode and in the DLC makes the player immersed. Even after a few years, this game is one of my best games.
  41. underlis24
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    великолепная, лучшая игра. Обьективно говоря, лучшая игра десятилетия заслуженно. Потратил на эту игру с модами порядка 500 часов.
  42. Boomershack
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Stunning. What an RPG should be. At first I had no clue on what the game was. But then I played and was instantly immersed and pulled into the best gaming experience of my life.
  43. MurrayBeachtel
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This game is legendary in its storytelling and variety of choices and endings. Easily one of my all time favorites. The exploration is one of its best elements. Voice acting is in the next level. The only downside is it is a little buggy.
  44. Blueghost9822
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Honestly it’s an amazing game and I still play almost a decade later and I never get bored of it
  45. Newvegasbest
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    This is the pinnacle of role playing games in my opinion.The setting is fantastic,the story is deep and complex,with some of the best writing that you can find anywhere in any media ever.The game is one of the greatest ever made is my favorite game of all time.Please buy it,you will not only be getting a great game,but also supporting obsidian entertainment.Why couldn't meta critic justThis is the pinnacle of role playing games in my opinion.The setting is fantastic,the story is deep and complex,with some of the best writing that you can find anywhere in any media ever.The game is one of the greatest ever made is my favorite game of all time.Please buy it,you will not only be getting a great game,but also supporting obsidian entertainment.Why couldn't meta critic just have given this masterpiece an 85 or above,rather than an 84.… Expand
  46. ewenr
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    With many improvements over the prior game, particularly in the game mechanics, Fallout New Vegas should deserve a higher score than its predecessor, however the plot and locale did not gel with me until my second or third playthrough and it just doesn't have that special place in my heart that Fallout 3 has. Still, an incredible game and one of my all time favourites.
  47. Shalapai
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Одна из моих самых любимых игр, проходил не раз, интересный сюжет, персонажи, великолепные доп задания, интересный мир. Однозначно шикарная игра
  48. G0dnezzz
    Jul 16, 2020
    9
    Начнем с того,что я играл во все Фоллычи(даже в Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel и Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel) и я считаю,что эта часть одна из лучших в серии и вот почему:Лучший сюжет в серии,крутые доп квесты,крутые персонажи,но и в бочке меда есть ложка дегтя в виде:Пустого открытого мира.Всем пис!Начнем с того,что я играл во все Фоллычи(даже в Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel и Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel) и я считаю,что эта часть одна из лучших в серии и вот почему:Лучший сюжет в серии,крутые доп квесты,крутые персонажи,но и в бочке меда есть ложка дегтя в виде:Пустого открытого мира.Всем пис!
  49. Xeculiar
    Dec 23, 2021
    9
    how this game was made take fallout 3 and make it better. hands down best game in the series only problem is the bugs and the crashing but after installing a few mods its fine its just annoying to install mods in order to make a game work properly but its still amazing
  50. ktoxo4et
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Now finished it and it's very great and interesting RPG.Thank you, Obsidian, for this great game!xoxo❤️
  51. cptstainless
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    This is the best modern Fallout game. Absolutely excellent RPG. The writing is great, your choices feel impactful on the story and the world. Also tons of mods to play with PC. Gets a top score from me in spite of it's technical short comings.
  52. Emijah13
    Jul 21, 2021
    10
    Years later and it's still one of my favorite games. Years later and it's still one of my favorite games.
  53. RoninHC
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    best game of the series, all fallout games in the franchise should follow the blueprints Obsidian has left for a successful RPG. Bethesda could learn a lot, but I wish they would just hand off production and stick to publication
  54. Gwimpon
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Godly game no question about it. Much better than fallout 3 EONS better than fallout 4. Obsidian did literally everything better than bethesda. Give them another chance with fallout because bethesda is dragging the series through the mud with **** like fallout 76
  55. Gehsnnw
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    I would normally just abandon a buggy game like this, but this game kept me.
  56. coldnakedman
    Oct 20, 2010
    9
    I will keep this very short; There are bugs and slow downs on older systems. In terms of the gaming experience, I like the whole idea of scrounging in Post-Apocalypse and being able to craft your own gear, gadgets, mods, etc. I felt the npc interactions felt less generic and robotic than other games; char. creation with Doc Mitchell, and the "tutorial" with Sunny are good examples. ThisI will keep this very short; There are bugs and slow downs on older systems. In terms of the gaming experience, I like the whole idea of scrounging in Post-Apocalypse and being able to craft your own gear, gadgets, mods, etc. I felt the npc interactions felt less generic and robotic than other games; char. creation with Doc Mitchell, and the "tutorial" with Sunny are good examples. This won't be for everyone, but I'm loving it so far. Too bad limit demos are a thing of the past. Anyone old enough to remember playing the first chapter of Doom for free?… Expand
  57. chicago1polska
    Oct 21, 2010
    8
    Fallout: New Vegas is a solid game with intriguing characters and a more vibrant landscape than Fallout 3. The re-use of building material skins and lack of new hairstyles feels lazy, but this is only a disappointment, not a major detriment to game play. Factions provide a new dimension, although the faction system is not as in-depth as players may like. Some have complained about theFallout: New Vegas is a solid game with intriguing characters and a more vibrant landscape than Fallout 3. The re-use of building material skins and lack of new hairstyles feels lazy, but this is only a disappointment, not a major detriment to game play. Factions provide a new dimension, although the faction system is not as in-depth as players may like. Some have complained about the ability to carry faction armor, but it's enough of a drain on your weight limit you're unlikely to lug it around "just in case The new ammo system feels bulky at times, but offers new avenues of strategy to veteran players. The game has many annoyances that make me wonder how hard Bethesda was trying, especially in regards to invisible walls that make travel unduly difficult, but the writing is top-notch. If you loved Fallout 3 you'll be pleased with New Vegas, although it takes longer to immerse yourself in than it's predecessor.… Expand
  58. TripleBullet187
    Nov 3, 2010
    10
    To simply put it is amazing, idk what derpderpderp is talking about, the graphics are nice, shooting mechanics are great. Simple, no long review, my review is in the number!
  59. Don_Euclid
    Nov 16, 2010
    9
    This is an update of my previous review. The score has been adjusted upward from 8/10 to 9/10.

    Atmosphere. Atmosphere never changes, and it's everywhere in Fallout: New Vegas. The game literally drips with ambiance, clever plots, and interesting characters. In many ways, F:NV is the sequel that FO3 should have been, with much tighter writing and plenty of the series' trademark black    This is an update of my previous review. The score has been adjusted upward from 8/10 to 9/10.

    Atmosphere. Atmosphere never changes, and it's everywhere in Fallout: New Vegas. The game literally drips with ambiance, clever plots, and interesting characters. In many ways, F:NV is the sequel that FO3 should have been, with much tighter writing and plenty of the series' trademark black humor. I've been continually impressed with the actual fun factor of the game. There are no cookie cutter quests, no boring grinds. Every task is unique. Also, the sheer extremism of some of the factions can provoke a visceral reaction. You'll understand what I mean after a few brushes with the men in skirts. This is a true RPG with plenty of meat to its bones, but also a heavily tactical shooter that demands specialization and punishes hesitation. In short, the gameplay absolutely rocks. So why isn't it a ten? A handful of reasons, most of them regarding the aging Gamebryo engine. To note, the Facegen and DirectX problems that plagued earlier versions have finally been fixed, and the majority of players can now have a smooth Wasteland experience! Kudos to Bethesda, although they should have taken care of these issues pre-release.

    Loading stutters will still happen, even on high end machines. AI behavior can be downright goofy (sometimes intentionally). The graphics are noticeably dated, although still pretty. There isn't a great deal of musical variety on the radios, although incredible mods like CONELRAD and Existence 2.0 rectify this situation quite nicely. There are a whole host of minor flaws and little bugs that mar the experience. Despite this, it is an amazing game and well worth the caps... err... cash.

    The only reason I would not recommend this is if you don't like the post-apocalyptic genre in general or the Fallout series in particular. Otherwise, pony up and get ready for Vegas.    … Expand
  60. NedStark
    Nov 9, 2010
    10
    I've been playing this for a week now and I can safely say that this is my game of the year. Better in every imaginable way than Fallout 3, if you think FO3 is just "OK" or above you owe it to yourself to buy this game. Fantastic job by Obsidian. There are some technical issues but again, much less and not so severe as in FO3. All in all a nearly perfect game that can only get better (byI've been playing this for a week now and I can safely say that this is my game of the year. Better in every imaginable way than Fallout 3, if you think FO3 is just "OK" or above you owe it to yourself to buy this game. Fantastic job by Obsidian. There are some technical issues but again, much less and not so severe as in FO3. All in all a nearly perfect game that can only get better (by official patches/DLCs and the very active mod community)… Expand
  61. LCNitroX
    Oct 19, 2010
    9
    Awesome game! A lots of graphic improvements ... The audio is beautiful...
    Dont have the fallout 3 bugs... Now i cant minimize the game without crash it!
    The history takes your attention for hours!
    Recommended!
  62. HarveyD
    Nov 11, 2010
    10
    Ah, Fallout. A wonderful world, and always great to return to. This time around, with Obsidian developing it, things are looking up. For one, the story is better. While similar in parts, this time you get to chose who the "bad guy" can be (as compared to Fallout 3's Enclave being the certified enemies). This also falls in place with the Reputation system, which is very nice, although a bitAh, Fallout. A wonderful world, and always great to return to. This time around, with Obsidian developing it, things are looking up. For one, the story is better. While similar in parts, this time you get to chose who the "bad guy" can be (as compared to Fallout 3's Enclave being the certified enemies). This also falls in place with the Reputation system, which is very nice, although a bit annoying at some parts. You can now go around and get the worst karma, but as long as members of same faction don't know about it, then they will simply treat you the same. Its very nice, although it seems like you can quickly get a bad reputation with any faction very quickly, and will hopefully be fixed in future patches. Weapon mods are also in, however so far they don't seem to make a huge difference. The real winner for this game is the sheer amount of stuff packed into this world. So many quests, side quests, choices, companions, minigames, and they all seem to have different objectives. Another wonderful aspect is while violence is always acceptable, there are a lot more choices for dialogue, sneaking, and alternative methods to finish quests that, in Fallout 3, would probably end in a bloody shootout. One of the best games of the year, in my opinion, and deserves RPG of the Year, if not Game of the Year.… Expand
  63. chris092748
    Dec 26, 2010
    10
    Old engine.. lots of bugs.. but if you are like me and loved the first two that doesnt hold this game back. Bravo. now for some more characters so this can go up. fdsasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasasaasdfsadfsadfsafsdafdsafdsafdsafdsafdsa
  64. Avin1973
    Jul 27, 2013
    10
    It manages to capture Fallout I and II spirit far better than FO3. Bethesda should learn, not everything is about saving the world.
    A game for explorers and people who like good stories.
    Far better than FO3.
  65. Kriss_A
    Jul 7, 2014
    10
    Fallout 2 stands as one of my favorite games of all time, not to mention one of the best cRPGs ever made. When I heard that Obsidian Entertainment (comprised out of most of the people behind Fallout 2 and some of the developers of the original Fallout) I got giddy with excitement. Then when I realized that it will by published by Bethesda and using their engine I was sad. The reason isFallout 2 stands as one of my favorite games of all time, not to mention one of the best cRPGs ever made. When I heard that Obsidian Entertainment (comprised out of most of the people behind Fallout 2 and some of the developers of the original Fallout) I got giddy with excitement. Then when I realized that it will by published by Bethesda and using their engine I was sad. The reason is that Bethesda are your typical publisher, they don't care about games as works of art, just as products to be sold, this is reflected in both the horrendous Fallout 3, which not only dumbed down Fallout and brought in a load of mouthbreathing amoebas calling themselves "fallout fans" yet they have only played Fallout 3 which stands as the worst game in the franchise.
    Regardless, New Vegas was released, it was a buggy mess on release, this is entirely Bethesda's fault, because it was their end of the contract to handle QA and testing, they failed to deliver on that, while simultaneously giving Obsidian only 18 months to develop a RPG, that's downright satanic.
    But what about the game itself?
    Well, beneath the veneer of fecal matter that is Gamebryo there is an incredibly solid RPG, with varied gameplay, non-linear quests, proper RPG mechanics (unlike Fallout 3), extremely detailed world which fits exactly with the lore of Fallout 1 and 2 (made by the same people after all), which offered interesting moral dilemmas and respected the player enough to not dilute itself into a stupid binary morality children's book that dares to call itself Fallout.
    If you liked Fallout 1 and 2, then New Vegas will appeal to you, maybe not exactly from a gameplay perspective, it is using that terrible engine made by Bethesda after all, but it's plot, quests, characters, locations, world and writing are all outstanding and some of the best the industry has seen to date.    … Expand
  66. Lillo
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    Simply one of the best Fallout.
    Far better than Fallout 3 and 4.

    Obsidian should be the main developer of this series, mainly because they know it better than Todd Howards&Co.
  67. Sapphon
    Nov 9, 2010
    10
    If you liked Fallout 3, you may very well like Fallout: New Vegas. They have a lot of similarities; the only reason I can't be sure is that I didn't like Fallout 3, so I don't know what it's like to be you.

    If you liked Fallout 1 or Fallout 2, you probably hated Fallout 3's hackneyed dialogue writing, awful plot, cookie-cutter characters etc. and expect to hate New Vegas because it'll be    If you liked Fallout 3, you may very well like Fallout: New Vegas. They have a lot of similarities; the only reason I can't be sure is that I didn't like Fallout 3, so I don't know what it's like to be you.

    If you liked Fallout 1 or Fallout 2, you probably hated Fallout 3's hackneyed dialogue writing, awful plot, cookie-cutter characters etc. and expect to hate New Vegas because it'll be more of the same. I know *exactly* what that is like. Now that I've completed the game, though, I may definitively state - FNV is *not* more of Fallout 3. This game is what fans of the real Fallout games have been waiting for. The game is a big fat diamond covered in **** Most of the **** is Bethesda's perennially buggy engine, topped with a generous helping of rushed-release-belying content bugs. Extra stink is added in the form of very inconsistent voice acting - some is brilliant (Primm Slim, Benny), while some is inexcusably bad, with cases of actors clearly not understanding the semantics of the line they're reading, or obviously-Caucasian characters having obviously-African-American voice actors and vice versa. I began to dread encountering a similar mix-up but with the genders reversed; thankfully I never did.

    All that said, I don't think I'd turn down a diamond covered in **** if it were offered to me just because it was covered in **** and neither should you. The game is visually limited to reusing a lot of Bethesda content, but all the new art was clearly made by people who understand what the Fallout aesthetic is supposed to be like. FNV's dialogue hearkens back to the games that made the series great, exposing Fallout 3's writers for the intellectual midgets they are, and the game's plotting is compelling (for an epic hero story, which all modern RPG's seemingly must be) and flows well. You will not be left asking yourself why an incredibly obvious solution to a problem was not possible in the game; the game's factions range from darkly humorous to just dark, but they (and their actions) all make sense in context. The game allows actual choice (not merely the illusion thereof) in the player's approaches to problem-solving, and does not exhibit Press Blue To Win Syndrome. For those who didn't play Mass Effect 2, what I mean to say is that many choices have real consequences in that they are mutually exclusive - you cannot consistently have your cake and eat it too.    … Expand
  68. SL539
    Dec 26, 2015
    10
    Probably one of the best games I have ever played. Between playing it on the console and PC I've accumulated well over 1,000 hours and each hour was fun. I just wish there was more to the game. However it is not at all the developer's fault - but the publisher's (Bethesda) as they forced a mere 14 month development time period. Only 14 months. Yet somehow that game is still better thanProbably one of the best games I have ever played. Between playing it on the console and PC I've accumulated well over 1,000 hours and each hour was fun. I just wish there was more to the game. However it is not at all the developer's fault - but the publisher's (Bethesda) as they forced a mere 14 month development time period. Only 14 months. Yet somehow that game is still better than Fallout 4. Fallout: NV keeps true to the nature of the original Fallout's while BGS decides to give Fallout a whole new look, to the point where it's hardly even noticeable as a Fallout. Now I'm not going to go into all this crap. F:NV is a great game, whether it's on PC or console you should pick it up. Preferably PC because there's plenty of mods that turn this game into a gem, but none are needed. Unlike BGS' Fallouts where mods are essential to use so they're fun to play.… Expand
  69. R3YNO
    Feb 7, 2011
    10
    Don't listen to all the people who talk trash about bugs. Yes at launch the game had serious bugs, however most of them are fixed. The game took the main ideas of Fallout 3 and ran with them. The result is one of the best RPG games of 2010. If you loved Fallout 3 go get this game. However If you want to hate just save your money.
  70. Biss
    Apr 10, 2012
    10
    After first playing through I was not so impressed because of many bugs, the less wasteland-feeling if you compare it with fallout 3 and the quests were not so strong as in fallout 3.

    But with every further playthrough my love with the game grows. The hardcore mode is really great, also the factions and even the soundtrack after modding it :) Now I think FO-NV is worth a clear 10 which is    After first playing through I was not so impressed because of many bugs, the less wasteland-feeling if you compare it with fallout 3 and the quests were not so strong as in fallout 3.

    But with every further playthrough my love with the game grows. The hardcore mode is really great, also the factions and even the soundtrack after modding it :) Now I think FO-NV is worth a clear 10 which is the same rating I would give FO3    … Expand
  71. mart1982
    Nov 16, 2011
    8
    Fallout new vegas is a good game, basically if you loved fallout 3, you're getting more of that game with a vegas theme instead. A few good additions were added to, like weapon mods and companions.
  72. chronoT
    Mar 22, 2016
    8
    I recently replayed New Vegas with several graphical and game improvement mods, what a blast! I will admit the story gets a bit confusing at times, several of the missions have many steps and are hard to follow, but the overall plot is fun and can go so many ways. There are tons of weapons and many cool spots to hang out, overall it's a neat adventure. I was a bit disappointed in much ofI recently replayed New Vegas with several graphical and game improvement mods, what a blast! I will admit the story gets a bit confusing at times, several of the missions have many steps and are hard to follow, but the overall plot is fun and can go so many ways. There are tons of weapons and many cool spots to hang out, overall it's a neat adventure. I was a bit disappointed in much of the DLC though, not worth it IMO.… Expand
  73. Gamercritic777
    Oct 31, 2015
    8
    Great game, on par with fallout 3. There seems to be fans of either version thinking the other version is poor but i like them both. They have their pro's and con's and i have been a fan since fallout 1.
  74. Dethstar
    May 17, 2011
    10
    I liked it. Enjoyed it. Could have been much better though.

    Giving it an 8 largely thanks to the modding community. Its a very good game and worth buying but has a few issues. This environment and game would lend itself well to being an open world experience and far less linear than the game really is just under the surface.
  75. B1C_BO1
    Nov 23, 2011
    9
    I am aserious gamer, i do not care about beaty, i care about seriousness. I have just completed a play through, it is a good game, not great, but with a few mods, it is LIKE A WHOLE NEW GAME!!!
  76. Dennarb
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    One of the best games available from Bethesda, it has a lot of back story and a beautiful symphony of characters and story. Over all Fallout 3's story was better, but New Vegas's is not bad, and has a better combat system, great game, gamers from every genre will find something in this game.
  77. Alveron
    Oct 27, 2017
    9
    Fallout: New Vegas is a great addition to the Fallout series, the Mojave feels much more interesting than the capital wasteland of the previous fallout game. Side questing and the DLC particularly old world blues are interesting. Combat works like it did in fallout 3 being that the games share the same engine and many assets. This unfortunately is probably the limiting factor for thisFallout: New Vegas is a great addition to the Fallout series, the Mojave feels much more interesting than the capital wasteland of the previous fallout game. Side questing and the DLC particularly old world blues are interesting. Combat works like it did in fallout 3 being that the games share the same engine and many assets. This unfortunately is probably the limiting factor for this game, its clear that obsidian would have liked to craft a larger fuller world with less limitations but the engine and they systems it was developed for at the time (360, ps3) clearly could not achieve this (obviously mods on pc help immensely with enhancing the experience). never the less if you enjoyed fallout 3 then you should enjoy new Vegas.… Expand
  78. TheNoobifier
    Nov 15, 2010
    9
    A true Fallout Fan, such as me, would not care if only a few changes were made from Fallout 3, this isn't Fallout 4, but it's still a new expansion and addition, with a lot of changes in the engine, it's still a little buggy, but it's a great RPG game, and far more enhanced than Fallout 3, great storyline + sidequests keep you entertained for hours.
  79. Battlemankiller
    Dec 25, 2010
    9
    Fallout: New Vegas

    FNV had some big shoes to fill after Fallout 3 was such a success, but does it accomplish this? Yes and No. FNV has some interesting game play tweaks to make on the framework of F3, but a lot of them don't end up being as useful as you'd they they would be. Weapon modifications, different ammo types, cooking, and gambling; Are just a few of the many different things    Fallout: New Vegas

    FNV had some big shoes to fill after Fallout 3 was such a success, but does it accomplish this?

    Yes and No.

    FNV has some interesting game play tweaks to make on the framework of F3, but a lot of them don't end up being as useful as you'd they they would be. Weapon modifications, different ammo types, cooking, and gambling; Are just a few of the many different things Obsidian adds to FNV, along with reviving some old mechanics from the original Fallout games.

    Features:
    One of the first things to hit you in the face(Not just bullets)is the addition of a hardcore mode in which you'll need to feed your character, have them sleep, and what not. This is a very cool idea in theory, and if you are a player that loves flavor in games, or just wants their games to be as realistic as humanly possible then Hardcore Mode is just for you. For the rest of us there are some problems with the system that make it feel a bit incomplete. Towards beginning of the game, if you are playing Hardcore Mode, it's very hard to find liquid and cap to purchase this liquid, as merchants do run out quite often of water, and detrimental liquids are a plenty. This lead my character to steal a lot of liquid, which then made my character evil or something. At first I was reminded of being an evil character from F3 and the evil things people would say to you, or the gifts they would occasionally give me when my character was good. This is not the case in FNV, as karma plays almost no role, instead people opinions of you are replaced by their Factions feeling towards you.(We will get to factions later.) In Hardcore Mode the required resting of you character also feels like more a chore than anything else. I would find myself in the game wandering across a large open desert, no sights or sounds except the large monsters surrounding, and my character suddenly was reminded that no sleeping was bad. There is ton of ground around my character, why not just lay down and rest on the ground, why is a bed required. The Weapon Modifications in the game are interesting but any of the big fun guns don't have any worth while mods anyways. Ammunition type in FNV is required as there are many foe who simply don't take damage if you don't use Armor Piercing ammo, which again is cool is concept but fails in execution. Quests:
    Unlike F3 where you could scorn the story quests and finish dozens of other quests before anything was required, FNV has tons more story quests coming from everywhere, and each one involves factions. The factions are again a good concept but act as more of a hindrance to the game in the later levels. Some times helping one faction to advance the story makes another factions hate you to the point of killing them on sight. This is because actions towards specific factions influence their opinion of you, from happy, to non-helping, to shoot you on sight. Which makes completing some quests impossible when you accidentally screwed over a certain faction earlier, meaning you will have to give up on that quest or start the game over, as there are very few people who will even give you quests to help increase your reputation with the faction if you have killed one or two members of the faction.

    Story:
    The over all story for FNV isn't as much a story as a culmination of events that you know are going to happen from the first 10 minutes of the game. This major event is going to happen regardless of what you do, and you basicly pick a side, do some prep work, and BAM the game is done.The major problem with F3 out of the box was that the last quest in the game finished it, and you couldn't continue to play after it. FNV for some god awful reason didn't fix this and did the same damn thing.

    Whats good about the game you may ask? A lot. Everything that you liked from F3 is in this game, cool side quests, pop culture references, and more. They also include gambling and other fun mini games to occupy your time. FNV knew what F3 did right, and copied it almost exactly, but what they should have focused on was just fixing all the problems with F3 and then making a new story.

    FNV is a good game, no, it's a great game, it just has some big let downs and to top it all off, the game is a little bit glitchy. I didn't encounter my first glitch until almost 15 hours in, but it was not just a game freeze, it froze my entire computer, after one quick restart, I was back in action. I'm now about 45 hours into the game, and I've only encountered maybe 4 game ending glitches, which really isn't that bad, just save often. The game is good enough to warrent a player look past the glitches, because the game play really is that good.

    Pros:
    New Weapons, Enemies, Perks
    A much more Varied and Interesting Wasteland
    Much less stiff dialogue from NPC's
    New Game play modes and effects.

    Cons:
    Unoriginal Story
    Much less open world
    Lot of new features don't pan out
    Glitches    … Expand
  80. Itsapaul
    Jan 30, 2020
    9
    Great game. The first time through it the differences from Fallout 3 might bug you, but you really can't go back after beating it. The guns are better, damage threshold is a better system than just DR, companions are way better, there are enemies close to as scary as deathclaws (possibly even more deadly, stupid cazadores), and there's much less of a black and white "you're either veryGreat game. The first time through it the differences from Fallout 3 might bug you, but you really can't go back after beating it. The guns are better, damage threshold is a better system than just DR, companions are way better, there are enemies close to as scary as deathclaws (possibly even more deadly, stupid cazadores), and there's much less of a black and white "you're either very good or very evil" system about it. You get fewer skills and perks, but skills were easy to max out in fallout 3 anyway and you can skip over a bunch of perks in New Vegas since VATS perks aren't mandatory anymore. Overall its a nice step forward.… Expand
  81. JGPlague
    Feb 8, 2011
    9
    New Vegas improves over the vastly inferior Fallout 3. The environment is beautiful to look at, despite being in a post-apocalyptic world. Fallout 3 you were left looking at subways and rubble of the Washington D.C. area, while in New Vegas you get to see the Mojave, a much more beautiful place. The game starts in the town of Goodsprings, where the securitron Victor, a robot with a cowboyNew Vegas improves over the vastly inferior Fallout 3. The environment is beautiful to look at, despite being in a post-apocalyptic world. Fallout 3 you were left looking at subways and rubble of the Washington D.C. area, while in New Vegas you get to see the Mojave, a much more beautiful place. The game starts in the town of Goodsprings, where the securitron Victor, a robot with a cowboy personality, digs you up in what should have been your grave. Then it's time to do the character creation and the tutorial. The best part about this is how much shorter the whole process is, and the fact that you can skip around half of it.

    One of the best things Obsidian did with New Vegas (yes, Obsidian developed this game, Bethesda only published it) was what they did with the karma system. In Fallout 3, karma was a pretty big thing. Certain people will only help you if you have good or bad karma. This doesn't make sense. Fallout takes places in a post-apocalyptic world. It doesn't make sense that everything would be Black and White. Obsidian improves on this by introducing a new system - Reputation. If you help one faction, you will receive discounts in that town, or from that faction. Even helping one faction will make another faction hate you, most of the time. If you are hated by a faction, they will shoot you on site and even go as far as sending assassin's to kill you.

    New Vegas is an RPG more than an FPS. The number of actual choices you have in the game is vastly improved over Fallout 3. More speech checks, using your high strength to intimidate, finishing a quest by using high Science, Medicine, and even Barter skills. The countless references to Fallout 1 and 2 really makes me think of this game as the true Fallout 3. The sheer fact you can do a non-lethal play through - going through the game without killing a single person, is very impressive.

    My one complaint with the game is the main quest. The first time I played through it I was excited at all turns of the quests, pondering on who to side with, thinking of all the consequences. Then I did my second play through and found out that the main quest, despite having 4 factions to side with, is really just copy pasted. You do the same thing in the later part of the main quest, having to go to lesser factions and get them on your side. That is what prevents New Vegas from having a score of 10.

    The mods are a really fun part of the game. I highly suggest you do a vanilla play through, which is using no mods. Then go back a second time and mod it to hell and back. While the mods are good and highly varied, I'm not counting them as part of the score, seeing as it is purely optional and not available to PS3/360 users.

    If you want an RPG with guns, get New Vegas. If you want a shooter with RPG elements, get Fallout 3 or Mass Effect 2. It's as simple as that.    … Expand
  82. Ignatius_Reilly
    May 29, 2014
    9
    The best thing Bethesda ever did was admit their failures and let someone more competent make a REAL Fallout game. Thank you, Bethesda, I imagine it wasn't to admit to yourselves after you realized how hard it was to make FO3 and to still see it amount to nothing more than a bland mess, but you see, this is why we have professional game designers!

    These wonderful people fill our games    The best thing Bethesda ever did was admit their failures and let someone more competent make a REAL Fallout game. Thank you, Bethesda, I imagine it wasn't to admit to yourselves after you realized how hard it was to make FO3 and to still see it amount to nothing more than a bland mess, but you see, this is why we have professional game designers!

    These wonderful people fill our games with neat things like choice and consequence, character traits and abilities that matter, quest design with branching paths, intelligent world building, (no one's living on top of a bomb here, folks!) and all that stuff that seems to be a complete mystery to you guys over at Bethesda! But truly, I must thank you, for the world is a better place thanks to your tough decision to admit your failures, because Fallout New Vegas is the best RPG of the modern generation, and has done a nice job of reminding us that Fallout games actually used to be pretty fun and my gosh, interesting!

    If I had to say it has one major flaw it is the terrible engine you guys created that it runs on, because, like your game design/writing/world building/balance, it's complete and total garbage.

    So, once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart, Bethesda, for letting real game designers create this game for us.    … Expand
  83. Aux
    Nov 20, 2011
    8
    New Vegas Is basically a strongly enforced version of Fallout 3. The most amazing thing in the game is its connection to fallout 2. It so close that I was almost ready to quit because I knew what would happen, but the BAM a twist emerges and you become extremely excited. I was hesitant at the fact that there's was much less "socializing" between the main character and others. That's why INew Vegas Is basically a strongly enforced version of Fallout 3. The most amazing thing in the game is its connection to fallout 2. It so close that I was almost ready to quit because I knew what would happen, but the BAM a twist emerges and you become extremely excited. I was hesitant at the fact that there's was much less "socializing" between the main character and others. That's why I had to put down the score a bit, it's lack of characters to talk with. Its an RPG, I want to talk a lot. Besides that, great game. Totally worth buying.… Expand
  84. GenesisAlpha
    Jun 14, 2013
    10
    This is REAL fallout I expected. Fallout's identity is post-post apocalypse game, which tells us story of rising factions and rebuilding society after nuclear war. Fallout 3 was just common post apocalypse game. I think there is just one defect in this game. Ending of this game, especially Lonesome Road DLC was not very good. But overall, this is really good game and I recommend this gameThis is REAL fallout I expected. Fallout's identity is post-post apocalypse game, which tells us story of rising factions and rebuilding society after nuclear war. Fallout 3 was just common post apocalypse game. I think there is just one defect in this game. Ending of this game, especially Lonesome Road DLC was not very good. But overall, this is really good game and I recommend this game strongly.… Expand
  85. CrazySlaya
    Sep 26, 2014
    9
    One of my Favourite games. It still isn't as good as Fallout 3 but still a 9. I would give it 10 if it wasn't buggy. It has great missions, very detailed backstory to all the missions. The 2 big let downs were the bugs and the DLC. The DLC wasnt very interesting and that was the big let down to the game. Would recommend. Only buy the DLC if on sale. It is a must have game.
  86. franchert
    Dec 27, 2013
    9
    I didn't see as many major improvements over Fallout 3 here as I would have liked, the main story was definitely fun to follow, and an increase in length of the optional stories made them more fun to follow.
  87. Pakla
    Sep 14, 2014
    9
    Simply awesome game. -1 point for bugs and crashes i experienced and they are not fixed until now (example of flash bang from end of lonesome road where all weapon related stats permanently changed to 0, personally discovered it 20 hours later ... >.> )
  88. thatgamer200
    Jul 28, 2015
    10
    My god i love this game. Yes its flawed, yes there are alot of bugs, but what underneath all those bugs and glitches is an fantastic game. And i cant wait to play fallout 4
  89. AlexeySoltan
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    best part of the series . .
  90. Renendell
    Nov 11, 2010
    10
    First of all, this game was developed by Obsidian Entertainment, not Bethesda. Obsidian, a.k.a Black Isle has an impressive resume which includes Baldur's Gate 2. This is not Fallout 3. The game engine is the same, as well as the interface and the combat system, but the voice acting, dialogue and sheer volume of quests surpasses Fallout 3 in any way. If you're looking for somethingFirst of all, this game was developed by Obsidian Entertainment, not Bethesda. Obsidian, a.k.a Black Isle has an impressive resume which includes Baldur's Gate 2. This is not Fallout 3. The game engine is the same, as well as the interface and the combat system, but the voice acting, dialogue and sheer volume of quests surpasses Fallout 3 in any way. If you're looking for something 100% revolutionary. If you did not like Fallout 3 at all, or found Fallout 3 to be a mediocre game, you might be better off skipping New Vegas.

    But, if you even kind of liked Fallout 3, NV is worth picking up. I enjoyed Fallout 3, but I'm not a huge fan. New Vegas blew me away and continues to impress me every time I pick it up.    … Expand
  91. G_Mackzy
    Jul 2, 2011
    8
    Utterly amazing game, if you expected Obsidian to re-invent the wheel that was Fallout 3 you will be sadly dissapointed. Despite this they have managed to tweak the games mostly for the better but at it's core it's just more Fallout 3, and when you consider what a brilliant game that was it's not necesarily a bad thing.

    However seeing how it essentially the same game with a differant    Utterly amazing game, if you expected Obsidian to re-invent the wheel that was Fallout 3 you will be sadly dissapointed. Despite this they have managed to tweak the games mostly for the better but at it's core it's just more Fallout 3, and when you consider what a brilliant game that was it's not necesarily a bad thing.

    However seeing how it essentially the same game with a differant story I urge you to pick up Fallout 3 if you are new to the series as it can be found in stores or online for about half the price.    … Expand
  92. Dalek
    Jan 16, 2011
    9
    A very impressive game, addicting too. There is alot of quests to do and the only flaw about this game is the travelling, it takes too long and there should be some vehicles or something to make you run alot faster. There isnt much of a storyline... You're meant to deliver a package but you get betrayed and shot in the head. You get revived by a doctor and you seek out revenge to killA very impressive game, addicting too. There is alot of quests to do and the only flaw about this game is the travelling, it takes too long and there should be some vehicles or something to make you run alot faster. There isnt much of a storyline... You're meant to deliver a package but you get betrayed and shot in the head. You get revived by a doctor and you seek out revenge to kill Benny (your killer)… Expand
  93. RMW_Critic
    Dec 16, 2010
    8
    This Game has gotten a mixed comment with me. It is a typical FALLOUT game, and a such has a great reception with me. The bugs aren't noteworthy as STEAM sorts them all out and i haven't encountered any. The fact that there is no play without Internet is bad, but the additions and all the faithful exploring makes me glad that this game was brought to the public as it is one great RPG.
  94. Xyz
    Nov 19, 2010
    8
    If you played Fallout 1 & 2 and liked them, and you played Fallout 3 and didn't like it because of its weak storytelling and atmosphere this is the game for you. This one brings the atmosphere and story that we all enjoyed in first two instances and combines them with gameplay dynamics of the third. Some say its just like Fallout 3, but I say it's not. It's got the soul of the first twoIf you played Fallout 1 & 2 and liked them, and you played Fallout 3 and didn't like it because of its weak storytelling and atmosphere this is the game for you. This one brings the atmosphere and story that we all enjoyed in first two instances and combines them with gameplay dynamics of the third. Some say its just like Fallout 3, but I say it's not. It's got the soul of the first two parts, and technology of the third (Which isn't perfect, but it's still playable). Now, the only thing that prevents it from getting a perfect 10 are the bugs... They are plentiful, none gamebreaking, but funkillers all of them... So, with a few (possibly more than a few) patches this could be the greatest singleplayer experience ever... This way, its just a reminder of how gaming industry is just that, and industry... Oh, where are those good times when games were made BY GAMERS... FOR GAMERS… Expand
  95. Anthonphax
    Nov 13, 2010
    10
    Saying that this game is less than extraordinary would be a lie, that is, in terms of "RPG and action" that game is an epic, the game has it all: freedom, good story, game-play and an extraordinary game system, which is very similar to Fallout 3 (for players over time), but of course the game is not perfect, it has some glitches and bugs, but this is a very weak reason not to try thisSaying that this game is less than extraordinary would be a lie, that is, in terms of "RPG and action" that game is an epic, the game has it all: freedom, good story, game-play and an extraordinary game system, which is very similar to Fallout 3 (for players over time), but of course the game is not perfect, it has some glitches and bugs, but this is a very weak reason not to try this game, which will surely epoch.… Expand
  96. moseao
    Nov 16, 2010
    8
    Overall, this is a very good game. Decent storyline, tons of things to do, plenty of factions to work with, people to manipulate, and treasures to uncover. In a lot of ways it's what Fallout 3 should have been. The problem is, that while much needed depth and actual challenge (thank you so much for hardcore mode) was added to the uninspired and painfully exploitable Fallout 3, the price isOverall, this is a very good game. Decent storyline, tons of things to do, plenty of factions to work with, people to manipulate, and treasures to uncover. In a lot of ways it's what Fallout 3 should have been. The problem is, that while much needed depth and actual challenge (thank you so much for hardcore mode) was added to the uninspired and painfully exploitable Fallout 3, the price is even more bugs and stagnation in some pretty important areas. The shooting mechanics are no better than they were, and the bugs are many and varied. I've seen lots of mobs stuck inside the ground frantically trying to get out and I've had to load a game from 3 saves earlier to avoid a massive and recurring game ending crash. It might help to think of Fallout 3 as an alpha version of this, which would be the beta version. I'm still waiting on the finished product.… Expand
  97. sumgai
    Nov 26, 2010
    9
    Multo excellente amigos!
    Blackjack, hookers, cyberpunk, bargain & bang-bang V.A.T.S.
    Nice time-eater 4 adult gamer. So "bite my shiny metall ass!"
  98. tr33pig
    Dec 5, 2010
    10
    I understand many of the concerns raised by other reviewers however that said Fallout NV is still a great game and offers good value for money due to the hours and hours of game-play provided by the main story line and side quests. There are graphical glitches and oddly disappearing/re-appearing objects but after a while you don't really notice them. I would recommend this to any RPG player.
  99. nithen
    Dec 20, 2010
    9
    A good game, solid and entertaining. The factions were a nice change from Fallout 3. The introduction of weapon mods was an expected relief; they were one of the things Fallout 3 lacked. Character-wise the story was still quite dry but an improvement; less sappy than the father/child relationship that flowed through F' 3 with some nice role reversals as the player gains the upper hand inA good game, solid and entertaining. The factions were a nice change from Fallout 3. The introduction of weapon mods was an expected relief; they were one of the things Fallout 3 lacked. Character-wise the story was still quite dry but an improvement; less sappy than the father/child relationship that flowed through F' 3 with some nice role reversals as the player gains the upper hand in the latter parts of the game. Also a return to skills influencing quests and characters in ways not seen since Fallout 2.
    No noticeable bugs in my playthroughs; in fact it ran quite a bit smoother than F' 3.
    Nasty new enemies. More weapons. Memorable places and events. Add in the inevitable extra content which will eventually become available for purchase and fan mods it will be a very time consuming and pleasant experience for any gamer who likes RPGs or first person shooters.    … Expand
  100. Creepy_kelly
    Dec 30, 2010
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Allright, i have played fallout 3 a lot (could imagen 300 hours) which means i know the new universe. Well i think fallout nw is a lot more difficult and theres alot more things to learn. Well i dont even fully understand the new game and the manual doesen't provide an answer (like how to use a reload bench) but it can be me who is stupid. The great stuff is that you fell like its the same univers but alot diffrent with new weapons and one new skill. I must say its entertaining but a litle more city would be nice. Well thy have introduced alot of new things bu i think they would have needed to push a bit more. Its agreat game and if you liked fallout 3 this is a MUST HAVE. I suggest that you try theinternet for some help (falllout wiki for example). Well if haven't tried fallout before it might seems a litle difficult and i would recommend to buy it but you have to take an hour or two to learn it. Well it desrves 8 because its fallout but a litle to "hard" and only a few new things.… Expand
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#17 Best PC Game of 2010
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#1 Most Discussed PC Game of 2010
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#2 Most Shared PC Game of 2010

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84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. GameStar
    May 27, 2011
    88
    Quotation forthcoming.
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  2. GameZone
    Apr 21, 2011
    65
    Despite Obsidian's fan-service, Fallout: New Vegas is a heaping pile of bugs.
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  3. GamingXP
    Mar 18, 2011
    82
    Fallout: New Vegas looks like an Add On to Fallout 3, but that should not mean, that it's a copy of its forerunner. It scores with an great atmosphere, nice story and all the typical and awesome Fallout features.
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