Fallout: New Vegas

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5712 Ratings

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  1. Krepost
    May 7, 2012
    4
    Remember fallout tree when the surrounding environment was interesting to explore? That's gone. The game is a series of hubs with enemies. The guns are cool, yeah, and some of the game mechanics have been refined, but there is no improvement. The story is pretty cool. There are so many bugs in the release edition that the game was unplayable to me. Fallout three was my favourite game ofRemember fallout tree when the surrounding environment was interesting to explore? That's gone. The game is a series of hubs with enemies. The guns are cool, yeah, and some of the game mechanics have been refined, but there is no improvement. The story is pretty cool. There are so many bugs in the release edition that the game was unplayable to me. Fallout three was my favourite game of all time, so my high expectations may have led me in to a massive let-down. Be careful of bugs (even more numerous than FO3) and boring walking.… Expand
  2. IrritAnt
    Oct 31, 2010
    5
    While the Fallout universe is undeniably fun and compelling, New Vegas is badly let down in the quality department, a criticism levelled at Fallout 3 and Oblivion as well.

    While the game is bug-ridden (creatures spawning inside rocks, the player falling into cracks in the geometry, etc.) the greatest flaw is in the writing. The story is cumbersome and boring; the dialogue is dull, wordy,    While the Fallout universe is undeniably fun and compelling, New Vegas is badly let down in the quality department, a criticism levelled at Fallout 3 and Oblivion as well.

    While the game is bug-ridden (creatures spawning inside rocks, the player falling into cracks in the geometry, etc.) the greatest flaw is in the writing. The story is cumbersome and boring; the dialogue is dull, wordy, repetitive and uninteresting; the voice acting lacks any real direction - character lines are delivered limply, even by the "big name" actors. Inappropriate casting choices also hamper immersion (the choice of John Doman as Caesar is particularly bizarre).

    Bethesda - get better writers and better voice directors. Your game has once again been sabotaged by a lack of quality.    … Expand
  3. Comradephate
    Feb 10, 2011
    1
    This would be a 9/10 game if it was playable. It has a lot going for it - for one thing, the writing is infinitely better than FO3. It's an interesting story, and a lot of fun... in theory. Even after a few patches, the game is completely unplayable. I beat the game soon after it came out, and put it up. I just got it back out to work on trophies, and within 20 minutes it has frozenThis would be a 9/10 game if it was playable. It has a lot going for it - for one thing, the writing is infinitely better than FO3. It's an interesting story, and a lot of fun... in theory. Even after a few patches, the game is completely unplayable. I beat the game soon after it came out, and put it up. I just got it back out to work on trophies, and within 20 minutes it has frozen twice, and a companion has gone hostile on me and is now out of the game forever, for no apparent reason. This isn't even a beta release. This is a really **** alpha release, from a company that should know better. Extremely disappointed.… Expand
  4. Turd_Furgeson
    Dec 30, 2011
    2
    This game is nothing more than an over priced expansion of Fallout 3. The gameplay and graphics are exactly the same, and while there are new weapons, the most useful are the weapons also found in Fallout 3.
  5. jugger_dk
    Oct 11, 2015
    2
    SRY but this is what I can spring after playing about 5% of the game. If you succeed to get any further the score might be too low.

    Simply loved Fallout 3 - was so immersed. Same thing with New Vegas - however, when walking south from the initial town, NV stops working, and throws me to the desktop. ... and my savegames can not be loaded anymore - hence the low score.    SRY but this is what I can spring after playing about 5% of the game. If you succeed to get any further the score might be too low.

    Simply loved Fallout 3 - was so immersed.

    Same thing with New Vegas - however, when walking south from the initial town, NV stops working, and throws me to the desktop.

    ... and my savegames can not be loaded anymore - hence the low score. Uninstalling.

    Hoping Fallout 4 is a bit more stable.    … Expand
  6. nickstormm
    Apr 4, 2020
    4
    The game genuinely looks terrible for the year it was created in. Mods are required to make it an ok experience but otherwise its pretty bad. The story and locations are well written and it adds a lot to the lore, but the gameplay, guns and combat all feels really clunky.
  7. Jester2372
    Jul 29, 2012
    1
    This is the first FALL OUT game I have played and I want my 1.5 hours back. WOW is all I can say. This is the most annoying game I have ever played. Slow, boring, horrible graphics, very slow, annoying and a waste of time and money. Luckily I only paid $8 for it. WAY TOO MUCH! How can anyone rate this high? Apparently those who do have very low expectations and are easily amused.This is the first FALL OUT game I have played and I want my 1.5 hours back. WOW is all I can say. This is the most annoying game I have ever played. Slow, boring, horrible graphics, very slow, annoying and a waste of time and money. Luckily I only paid $8 for it. WAY TOO MUCH! How can anyone rate this high? Apparently those who do have very low expectations and are easily amused. Anyone and I mean anyone who likes this game is either retarded or been in prison the past 25 years and does not know any better.… Expand
  8. ccrogers15
    Nov 17, 2011
    3
    for what was a very creative and fun game series, fallout NV and 3 set an all time low. Sure, fallout 3 and NV pulled the series to 3d and open, and i admit it was kind of fun, but that fun was ruined by the major bugs, freezes, glitches and crashes i experienced on my copy. it happened on my PC,ps3 and 360 copies so its not my system. This is a very crap game that does not deserve afor what was a very creative and fun game series, fallout NV and 3 set an all time low. Sure, fallout 3 and NV pulled the series to 3d and open, and i admit it was kind of fun, but that fun was ruined by the major bugs, freezes, glitches and crashes i experienced on my copy. it happened on my PC,ps3 and 360 copies so its not my system. This is a very crap game that does not deserve a sequel. If 4 gets made, it must not be developed by obsidian and not use that crap gamebryo engine. I cant even tell you how bad the DLC makes it. Its unplayable after 3 hours gameplay. its like it purposly freezes to tick you off!… Expand
  9. Ghoster
    Jul 23, 2012
    0
    Probably most boring game ever. If we put aside graphics from around 1997. this game is still boring. To play that you don't need any shooting skills at all. If you want a lot of playing hours just to walk and talk around you buy this game.
  10. theNILE
    Dec 8, 2011
    3
    If you liked Fallout 3, you'll probably like New Vegas, it's very similar but honestly the ridiculous bugs (mostly introduced by the patches) caused me much annoyance, there were some common bugs which were never solved. The game was felt a bit more compact than Fallout 3 although shorter. I honestly think the game is good but I can't give it a good score because of the outrageousIf you liked Fallout 3, you'll probably like New Vegas, it's very similar but honestly the ridiculous bugs (mostly introduced by the patches) caused me much annoyance, there were some common bugs which were never solved. The game was felt a bit more compact than Fallout 3 although shorter. I honestly think the game is good but I can't give it a good score because of the outrageous development and updates.… Expand
  11. ehvo
    Jun 15, 2011
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game until you come to find that the game doesn't end as Fallout 3 with the DLCs, where you could continue playing the same player after you finish the main game. I really don't get this from the developers, it's just lazy and ridiculous. If you want to play any DLC you have to load a previous save file as if you have never finished the game. Freaking stupid.… Expand
  12. Mr5306
    Jul 14, 2011
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you like broken betas and no support from a team that is to busy making DLC to fix the problems with this pile of "bugs", them it is a must have! And do not think that is expansion pack for fallout 3 innovates in any way from its great predecessor. Don´t waste your time and money on this, wait for Deus EX: HR instead.… Expand
  13. Captain_Awesome
    Apr 16, 2011
    0
    Fallout 3. It brings back so many good memories of the Capital Wasteland, of heroism and sacrifice, of a amazingly deep and beautiful world. Needless to say, I pre ordered New Vegas as soon as I could. Worst choice I ever made. I dropped 65$ on this peice of garbage. I gave up after 12 hours of bugs. It literally does not run for me. I was hoping patches would fix the game breaking issues,Fallout 3. It brings back so many good memories of the Capital Wasteland, of heroism and sacrifice, of a amazingly deep and beautiful world. Needless to say, I pre ordered New Vegas as soon as I could. Worst choice I ever made. I dropped 65$ on this peice of garbage. I gave up after 12 hours of bugs. It literally does not run for me. I was hoping patches would fix the game breaking issues, but instead, they made a DLC instead of fixing the game. I wasted 65$ on a alpha project that will never get updated. It looked like it had potential to be fun, but failed to live up. The weapons looked cool, but since they didn't make any noise... NPCs are bugged, landmine knock you down, and even if you don't die your stuck on the ground until you reload a old save or die. Thats just the start. Getting stuck in the planet, ect ect. I will never buy a product from Bethesda until it is in the 20-30$ price range. I'm just so disapointed. This gamehad sooooo much potential but unfortunently, IMHO, the worst game of all time. This coming from a hardcore F03 fan. If you need me, I'll be hanging with three dog.… Expand
  14. Spartan111
    May 17, 2011
    5
    This game didnt surprise me which is a bad thing i half expected it to be as boring as Fallout 3 but no, it took it to the next level . The environment is still excrutiatingly boring( yes it is in a wasteland but thats no excuse). The game has no feeling of progress, you just feel like you stay the same strength throughout the game. The graphics are exactly the same. But we all no thatThis game didnt surprise me which is a bad thing i half expected it to be as boring as Fallout 3 but no, it took it to the next level . The environment is still excrutiatingly boring( yes it is in a wasteland but thats no excuse). The game has no feeling of progress, you just feel like you stay the same strength throughout the game. The graphics are exactly the same. But we all no that this was just a game to keep ourselves with busy before Skyrim comes out where hopefully the real effort will be put in. This game is a weak, mediocre, unimprovement upon a less boring piece of **** and I will never play fallout again. cough cough oblivion is better cough cough.… Expand
  15. hannibalektr
    Aug 9, 2012
    1
    Seems to be complete garbage to me... the graphics are horrible, it's like playing half life 1, that is not exaggerating either. The acting is below par and the game is buggy.. I have an i7 560Ti and 8ghz ram.. on ultra settings this game looks like a big greasy something I just dropped in the toilet.

    Don't believe the other reviews. Fallout 3 wasnt any different. Probably were great    Seems to be complete garbage to me... the graphics are horrible, it's like playing half life 1, that is not exaggerating either. The acting is below par and the game is buggy.. I have an i7 560Ti and 8ghz ram.. on ultra settings this game looks like a big greasy something I just dropped in the toilet.

    Don't believe the other reviews. Fallout 3 wasnt any different. Probably were great games after playing pac man and asteroids though, I don't doubt that.    … Expand
  16. whatever523
    Oct 25, 2015
    0
    Low violence version = low score review

    The game wasn't even in danger of being censored or anything, it was just pure laziness on Bethesda's part to avoid the German violence rating process.
  17. voltaire22
    Feb 6, 2012
    0
    Bethesda is now infamous for its laggy, buggy, and glitchy games. Fallout: New Vegas is no exception and continues in the proud tradition of making a mockery of customers by charging $60 for a broken piece of plastic garbage.

    Now, is it fun? I suppose it is some fun in the traditional fallout sense. Admittedly most bugs, glitches, and lags aren't quite game-breakers. However, the    Bethesda is now infamous for its laggy, buggy, and glitchy games. Fallout: New Vegas is no exception and continues in the proud tradition of making a mockery of customers by charging $60 for a broken piece of plastic garbage.

    Now, is it fun? I suppose it is some fun in the traditional fallout sense.

    Admittedly most bugs, glitches, and lags aren't quite game-breakers. However, the save-game file sizes and the constant need to turn the PS3 on and off just isn't worth the hassle.

    Will Bethesda ever patch up the thing, though? I doubt it. One needs only take a look at Bethesda's record of shoddy patching.

    Bethesda's quality control borders on the criminal.

    Now, I know people vary wildly in personal opinion and expectations of the game, but the fact that this piece of garbage got 7.9 is nothing less than a conspiracy on the part of critics and if not, Bethesda lied to EVERYONE.    … Expand
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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.
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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!"
  25. 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.
  26. 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
  27. 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
  28. liho1eye
    Dec 30, 2010
    7
    Another massive Fallout game. Massive amount of content, side quests (and ways to complete them), weapons, perks and other junk. I have wasted 180 hours on this one and not sorry for any of them.
    On the down side game is pretty buggy. Bugs with scripting, bugs with graphics, quests, world physics... I wish they'd already pick a new engine for the series.
  29. giskard
    Jan 17, 2011
    8
    Fallout New Vegas is one of the best Role Play Games available for scifi fans that I have seen in a long time. Deus Ex 1 being ranked as one of the other classics I enjoy. Fallout NVs game play is that of an RPG rather than a shoot as was the case with Fallout 3. So its a little different to play. But when you figure that out and stop charging in to the wasteland guns blazing, thingsFallout New Vegas is one of the best Role Play Games available for scifi fans that I have seen in a long time. Deus Ex 1 being ranked as one of the other classics I enjoy. Fallout NVs game play is that of an RPG rather than a shoot as was the case with Fallout 3. So its a little different to play. But when you figure that out and stop charging in to the wasteland guns blazing, things settle down and become fun. Unfortunately the game has save game issues that lead to saves becoming useless sometime after level 15, usually before level 30. Turning off auto save, quick save and any other save and sticking to manual saves seem to help but after 200 hours of play, I have never made it to level 30 without my save corrupting. So good game, work buying but bugs are killing it.… Expand
  30. Oook
    Feb 4, 2011
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good game but with some terrible crashes. Numerous crashes to desktop that force you to save far more than the actual difficulty of the game requires.

    By far the worst bug is one that prevents me from completing the game the way I want to because an NPC will not trigger despite repeatedly reloading and restarting the quest. This is happening after the major patch that was released too.

    For fans of the original Fallout games this has some areas that have a similar feel to New Reno which is never a bad thing. There are a lot of decent quests that feel a lot darker than FA3, which is quite frankly how a fallout game should feel.

    Also I have had Boone say he will not fight NCR troops then proceed to headshot them when I am not even attacking(I was wearing the Brotherhood of Steel power armour) Although it is not as bad as the Brotherhood troops that ran into a car and died or despawned before entering the building with you in Fallout 3.

    I would give this a 9 if it wasn't for a bug that has wasted 40 hours of my play time but making the game unfinishable. Things like this are just not acceptable Bethesda - I always use the latest system drivers and windows updates for windows 7. This will make me seriously question buying another Fallout game.    … Expand
  31. Judge3030
    Jun 20, 2012
    9
    This ended up being a really enjoyable game. I had my doubts when I first picked it up but I was pleased with what I found. I expected a rehash of fallout 3 but I found that the material did not feel too tired or dry. Now the game is not without faults even after this long and all the patches to fix issues people have had. I still have a weird audio issue in some sections of the game whereThis ended up being a really enjoyable game. I had my doubts when I first picked it up but I was pleased with what I found. I expected a rehash of fallout 3 but I found that the material did not feel too tired or dry. Now the game is not without faults even after this long and all the patches to fix issues people have had. I still have a weird audio issue in some sections of the game where I get feedback and have seen a few funny glitches along the way. Some of the more empty areas feel a bit wasted. I played on default difficulty and thought it was mostly a cakewalk. The real fun of the game comes from the journey, the interesting characters and character building. Each of the dlc had a different feel to it and some were better than others. For example dead money was a bit restrictive more about survival and Old world blues was funny and interesting. The character models really need some work though as they are still as ugly as hell. Don't play this expecting it to be an fps. It is more rpg than anything.… Expand
  32. Kaizer
    Nov 15, 2018
    9
    It's a great Game and great Fallout game. I've spent hundreds of hours on it and don't regret it. Thank you Obsidian.
  33. Although
    Aug 6, 2012
    10
    The best open world rpg. I have not seen any other open world rpg where the quest give the freedom to decide and the world is opened for player. there is really freedom. Guess you get ctd too many times but unfortunately Obsidian didnt get enough time to finish this work. And yes the story is great really great. So summary thanks Obsidian!!!
  34. MellerYeller
    Jun 12, 2011
    9
    If you've never played the original Fallout games and are expecting an environment and narrative equal to Fallout 3s you will most likely be disappointed. However unlike in FO3, New Vegas feels much more open and offers many more paths to take and more content to enjoy like the original Fallout 1 & 2. That openness combined with that great Fallout formula we all enjoy makes me love NewIf you've never played the original Fallout games and are expecting an environment and narrative equal to Fallout 3s you will most likely be disappointed. However unlike in FO3, New Vegas feels much more open and offers many more paths to take and more content to enjoy like the original Fallout 1 & 2. That openness combined with that great Fallout formula we all enjoy makes me love New Vegas just as equally if not a bit more than some of its predecessors. My only big gripes are that it doesn't have that "wow" factor and immersion of Fallout 3 and that even after patches, it is incredibly buggy for a game that's been released this long.… Expand
  35. Mofoso
    May 30, 2011
    9
    Fantastic game in every way. But when comparing to it's predecessor Fallout 3, this game comes off as subpar. Only features that beat Fallout 3 would be it's interesting gun customization features which really mixes things up. Bethesda seemed to have maintained Fallout 3's game play and story line length with great replay value. Great game especially if you enjoyed Fallout 3 and defiantlyFantastic game in every way. But when comparing to it's predecessor Fallout 3, this game comes off as subpar. Only features that beat Fallout 3 would be it's interesting gun customization features which really mixes things up. Bethesda seemed to have maintained Fallout 3's game play and story line length with great replay value. Great game especially if you enjoyed Fallout 3 and defiantly worth playing.… Expand
  36. ILFM
    Jun 15, 2011
    9
    This game is very good, and interesting, and brought me a lot of hours of fun, but something about it, never, ever could live up to Fallout 3. In Fallout 3 when you did quests, you were heavily rewarded for your work, and it gave you reason to do them, in this game, a quest reward is nothing more but exp and a few caps usually, worthless. I'm trying to judge this game by itself as it's ownThis game is very good, and interesting, and brought me a lot of hours of fun, but something about it, never, ever could live up to Fallout 3. In Fallout 3 when you did quests, you were heavily rewarded for your work, and it gave you reason to do them, in this game, a quest reward is nothing more but exp and a few caps usually, worthless. I'm trying to judge this game by itself as it's own unique game, but in regards to Fallout 3 this game is totally a 4 or 5 as a direct comparison. The story in Fallout 3 was much better. This story is weak, but I'm not saying you shouldn't play Vegas, you should. But I am saying if you have to choose between this and F03, go with F03...… Expand
  37. FEARme
    Jun 21, 2011
    10
    I have spent about 70 hours in Fallout new vegas, seriously. I've finished the game for about 3 times, and it doesn't seem boring to me. I love Fallout new vegas, it has a freedom for you to choose and to discover. Which is a lot of fun. Although the game is call: Fallout NEW VEGAS however I never travel to NEW VEGAS unless something did wrong. Great gameplay, great music, great mapI have spent about 70 hours in Fallout new vegas, seriously. I've finished the game for about 3 times, and it doesn't seem boring to me. I love Fallout new vegas, it has a freedom for you to choose and to discover. Which is a lot of fun. Although the game is call: Fallout NEW VEGAS however I never travel to NEW VEGAS unless something did wrong. Great gameplay, great music, great map designs, great races, great selections, great RPG. However there were a lot of bugs all over the waste land which pissed me off so many time. And thats the only problem so far.… Expand
  38. BiggyT
    Jul 9, 2011
    10
    Amazing game. I enjoyed the story, game-play, and environment much more then FO3. The modding community is great as well. I liked the more out doors combat much more in nv then fo3, the characters seem more life like as well. I highly recommend it.
  39. slipyhedz
    Jul 19, 2011
    7
    Not as fun if compared to F3. F3 seem to have more substance in terms of the storyline and its sub quests. But FNV is not all bad. I would give it a solid 9 if it wasn't for the horrible in-game bugs. Some of these bugs even render certain side & unmarked quests not completable.
  40. TheMaximalist
    Aug 26, 2011
    9
    Fallout New Vegas is an FPSRPG open world from Fallout 3 developer Obsidian. Even though it crashes constantly while you play its realistic immersive and pure fun. You are a courier that gets shot in the head for the item that your delivering. You then have to track down the men who shot you and take on various side quests through a post apocalyptic wasteland. You feel so good getting allFallout New Vegas is an FPSRPG open world from Fallout 3 developer Obsidian. Even though it crashes constantly while you play its realistic immersive and pure fun. You are a courier that gets shot in the head for the item that your delivering. You then have to track down the men who shot you and take on various side quests through a post apocalyptic wasteland. You feel so good getting all these different perks and skills to enhance the experience such as wild wasteland if your feeling particularly wacky. The gunplay is solid and you can choose to talk sneak or fight your way in to various places. You can make friends with certain gangs or just blow everyone to pieces. It looks and sounds amazing and I personally think it was one of the best games of 2010. Overall Fallout New Vegas provides a fun experience and I will be playing it for years to come. I'll Give it 9
    This review is on my blog where you can soon find a walkthrough on at url http://maximalistgtg.blogspot.com/2011/08/fallout-new-vegas.html    … Expand
  41. Narduw
    Jul 22, 2011
    8
    Very good game with an intelligent and immersive gameplay. The game gets very easy after a couple hours of play and the hardcore mode doesn't affect as much as I would like but still, the game is very good and adds a lot compared to Fallout 3.
  42. FlyYellowMoon
    Jul 27, 2011
    7
    It's a bit dull having to run from place to place in order to discover a "new location". It's a bit slow but i enjoy it overall. It does crash but I think it might just be my PC; i had the same issue with both Bioshock games.
  43. XxDdgaMerxX
    Jul 30, 2011
    10
    An amazing game and another great addition to the Fallout series!, explore the Mojave and see the war torn post apocalyptic New Vegas! and take on another great and classic Fallout story definitely worth the buy for anyone and a must have for Fallout and RPG fans another 10/10 for another great Fallout game and don't forgot the awesome mod! :)
  44. Aodecim
    Jul 30, 2011
    10
    Being my first Fallout game, this game truly took me by surprise. I played and finished Oblivion right before this and New Vegas truly kicked me off the stool. I went back to Fallout 3 (am currently playing it) after playing NV and the changes made by Obsidian was very well thought-out and I had a much better experience and immersion with NV than F3. Wonderful game.
  45. rickrey
    Jan 18, 2015
    7
    Excellent game that can be played forever. Lots of fan based mods that extend its playability and life. Download the free game editor and make your own mods. It's all great fun.

    The game itself falls short of Fallout 3 by quite a bit in both the quality of missions and the detailed of the levels. Fallout New Vegas takes part in the Mojave Desert whereas Fallout 3 takes place in    Excellent game that can be played forever. Lots of fan based mods that extend its playability and life. Download the free game editor and make your own mods. It's all great fun.

    The game itself falls short of Fallout 3 by quite a bit in both the quality of missions and the detailed of the levels. Fallout New Vegas takes part in the Mojave Desert whereas Fallout 3 takes place in Washington DC, a much more interesting, feature rich and complicated area.

    Both games crash a lot, usually when you don't want it to crash. Thankfully, there's a mod (CASM) that will automatically save the game periodically so the player doesn't have to replay too much to recover, but it's still annoying. Why can't the developer fix it? Bad points for the developer - you know who you are.

    Steam deeply discounts this game from time to time with all the DLCs. Wait for the sale then scoop it up.    … Expand
  46. smashemup123
    Aug 1, 2011
    10
    This game is one of the best I have ever played. The fact that you can make you own ammo, add mods to you weapons and other stuff like that is amazing. In my opinion it is a massive improvement of fallout 3.
    Also once I had completed the game there were many different expansions and mods you could use to make the game a little more interesting.
  47. Diraffe
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    An extremely fun game. It doesn't quite match the perfection of Fallout 3, but it is very good nonetheless. It is also a great standalone game, which you don't have to have played any other Fallout games to play.
  48. Macintrasher
    Aug 7, 2011
    6
    While I love the game for allowing you to 'customize' your character in terms of being a melee/assault/sniper type of character with the weapon customization, as well as the inclusion of the Hard Core mode for added realism, it's still the same Fallout as #3, in that it's not only the exact same game by design, it's extremely buggy and just as crash prone as the original! I can't tell youWhile I love the game for allowing you to 'customize' your character in terms of being a melee/assault/sniper type of character with the weapon customization, as well as the inclusion of the Hard Core mode for added realism, it's still the same Fallout as #3, in that it's not only the exact same game by design, it's extremely buggy and just as crash prone as the original! I can't tell you how many times, regardless of operating system, I was walking along doing my thing when the screen would go black and the 'Fallout:NV has committed an illegal operation' error would come up and screw up everything I was doing! SHAME ON YOU, BETHESDA!!! THIS IS THE VERY REASON I DIDN'T WANT TO BUY THIS GAME IN THE FIRST PLACE!!! My dumb ass fell for the hype... They had FOREVER to solve the problems of Fallout 3 (to which we haven't seen a patch in an eternity), as well as the problems of New Vegas (which they did recently, but introduced new crash issues in the Boomer compound, among other areas), but very little effort was taken to solve any of the glaring issues for both games, and they both suffer the same inherent issue, in that I can't go for so long before my experience is completely crushed because the game decides to crash or do something really stupid. The design of the game is solid in terms of the options it gives the players and the potential immersion it offers, but the bugs and constant crashes will leave you wanting for other games that can hold your attention for longer than when a fly walks across your monitor. Why is it that walking onto a room that has corpses has to have the 'limb splattering' sound when I walk in (not to mention how corpses ragdoll to the ground when you load)? Why is it that when rag doll'd corpses interact with certain areas of the terrain do they suddenly go spastic and start flopping around the screen like sock puppets getting whipped around by an invisible hand? Why do the radio announcers refer to in-game content that hasn't happened yet, like how 3-Dog talks about the re-activated water purifier after I walk out of the vault at the beginning of the game, or how Mr. New Vegas is talking about 'the courier shot in the head that's made a full recovery' mere minutes after seeing the Goodspring's landscape for the first time in a new game?

    This game is plagued with problems that were clearly carried over from Fallout 3's engine. Crash-prone, inconsistent and as destructive to the immersion as a land mine during a walk in the park. The improvements in the game can't make up for a game that's completely broken on a programming level. All I can hope for is that the DLC can fix what extremely few patches couldn't, though given from past experience it'll only compound the issue further and infuriate gamers like me further....    … Expand
  49. Sealreth
    Aug 8, 2011
    8
    Good game, but its no match for fallout 3. I do not really mind its the same as fallout 3.
    only good for the mod people ^^, I only mind that it looked empty sure its a desert but still.
    they could have made it look nicer.
    biggest difference, the story line is a bit lame comparing to Fallout 3, also the armours and weapons were less nice, a matter of taste ^^ Sealreth,
  50. TheSigil
    Aug 10, 2011
    10
    Fallout New Vegas is so much better then Fallout 3 cause at least this time you can finish the game with 4 different ending. NCR or Caesars Legion most of the time I would go for Caesar cause I just like being evil, its so much easier when you are evil :D
  51. lolcatz
    Aug 15, 2011
    9
    i have never played fallout 3 but if its anything like or even better than this ill be amazed whether im doing a main quest or just **** around killing cazadors its one of the funnest games ive ever played and i have not even gotten to play dlc yet which im sure wont disappoint
  52. slayton22
    Aug 23, 2011
    9
    Awesome game, but the story doesn't quite deliver like Fallout 3. Gameplay is great, only occasionally leaving you wondering what exactly was supposed to be going on in a quest.
  53. Schlafanzug
    Oct 13, 2011
    8
    Great game with many new aspects like Hardcore mode and Great amount of factions, but it is not FO3 FO3 is AMASING. Otherwise this is a Great game,but i personally prefer FO3
  54. qwertyy
    Sep 11, 2013
    9
    it improves a lot from fallout3,so many things i think i do not need to say it again.
    just,i think the fallout 3 main story is better than fnv,it is about finding father,but not just revenge.
    but fnv has more freedom gameplay in almost every big place,u always can find a quest to do,good or bad,u can choose it,but not like fallout 3,at last u still will be an angel,so it give some    it improves a lot from fallout3,so many things i think i do not need to say it again.
    just,i think the fallout 3 main story is better than fnv,it is about finding father,but not just revenge.
    but fnv has more freedom gameplay in almost every big place,u always can find a quest to do,good or bad,u can choose it,but not like fallout 3,at last u still will be an angel,so it give some players another nice choice.
    so,except the main story,all things improve a lot,much more like a wild west explore     … Expand
  55. pingo209
    Oct 9, 2011
    10
    my faverit game il think that this game is the best of my collection the best!the bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthemy faverit game il think that this game is the best of my collection the best!the bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe bestthe best… Expand
  56. keefbaker
    Nov 12, 2013
    9
    Not quite as great as Fallout 3 but then that's because the setting of New Vegas is less interesting to me personally than the ruins of Washington DC. However, it has a fantastic storyline, some interesting refinements and the nice hardcore mode.
  57. BalborValis
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Now that New Vegas has finally been patched to a stable state I can say it is much better than Fallout 3 in terms of storyline and player experience. Fallout 3's main story ending is too linear and many of the game locations and characters seem too disconnected from each other.
  58. Skyrim-Is-Trash
    Dec 23, 2018
    10
    A true sequel to Fallouts 1 and 2. Excellent writing, factions and choices. Strong RPG mechanics both in gameplay and in dialogue.
  59. StrategosLC
    May 8, 2017
    10
    Obsidian proves yet again that they are masters of storytelling.

    Pros: + Incredible multi-faceted story and characters + Interesting locations + Improves slightly upon FO3 + Good DLC Cons: - Graphics can be somewhat underwhelming (especially by modern standards) - Movement and interaction can feel clunky - Engine feels dated - First person aiming (while a good idea) isn't    Obsidian proves yet again that they are masters of storytelling.

    Pros:
    + Incredible multi-faceted story and characters
    + Interesting locations
    + Improves slightly upon FO3
    + Good DLC

    Cons:
    - Graphics can be somewhat underwhelming (especially by modern standards)
    - Movement and interaction can feel clunky
    - Engine feels dated
    - First person aiming (while a good idea) isn't implemented very well

    I love how this game feels dark and mature, like what you would expect from a post-apocalyptic wasteland scenario. It really adds a lot of depth that FO3 forsook when they decided not to address the maturer side of living post-apocalypse. Get this game for the story; that is truly where this game shines.    … Expand
  60. BraceHare
    Jul 12, 2012
    10
    Better than Fallout 3. Fallout 3 delivers a fairly conventional gameplay experience with a fairly conventional story delivered in the way which has been traditional for video games (IE, mostly linear narrative juxtaposed with gameplay). It is a solid game, but it is pretty much just a game. New Vegas does a much better job of delivering a WORLD, which in turn makes it a better exampleBetter than Fallout 3. Fallout 3 delivers a fairly conventional gameplay experience with a fairly conventional story delivered in the way which has been traditional for video games (IE, mostly linear narrative juxtaposed with gameplay). It is a solid game, but it is pretty much just a game. New Vegas does a much better job of delivering a WORLD, which in turn makes it a better example of a game insofar as gaming as a medium is concerned. It does things that could not be done in other mediums. It also holds considerably more charm and less wangst, which helped it along quite a ways with me.… Expand
  61. greywolf00
    Apr 28, 2013
    9
    After FO3 I was hesitant to grab this. FO3 felt so bland and never pulled me into the world. New Vegas on the other hand feels much more like the original 2. Massive map with tons of areas to explore, more quests, everything feels more alive, and imo better written. Would love to give it a 10 but the annoying bugs totally prevent that. Falloutwikia has work arounds for bugs which fixedAfter FO3 I was hesitant to grab this. FO3 felt so bland and never pulled me into the world. New Vegas on the other hand feels much more like the original 2. Massive map with tons of areas to explore, more quests, everything feels more alive, and imo better written. Would love to give it a 10 but the annoying bugs totally prevent that. Falloutwikia has work arounds for bugs which fixed pretty much everything I encountered. And for those of you that hate FPS/over the shoulder shooters there's an amazing 3rd person view mod that allows you to zoom out to WoWish distances. Shooting is a bit harder but if you're using VATS it doesn't matter. Worth grabbing if you didn't really enjoy FO3 as it is different.… Expand
  62. Banhammer0
    Nov 12, 2013
    8
    Quick summary: A very good game that can be great if you can overlook some of it's flaws, probably most open-worlded game aside from TES games. You might not like the game's not-very-serious approach and poor level design. Focus was put on RPG part of the game rather than the Action part. Heavily modable which is a great asset. For the current price it is worth it.

    New Vegas is a worthy    Quick summary: A very good game that can be great if you can overlook some of it's flaws, probably most open-worlded game aside from TES games. You might not like the game's not-very-serious approach and poor level design. Focus was put on RPG part of the game rather than the Action part. Heavily modable which is a great asset. For the current price it is worth it.

    New Vegas is a worthy sequel to Fallout 3, a game with it's own unique feel like no other game. The problem is do you like this particular feel For a post-apocalyptic themed game New Vegas is a very lively place. Everywhere you go you find a new location, meet a new NPC or fight new enemies. It almost feels like an atomic war never happened except for burned out ruins covering the land and Geiger counter ticking from time to time. The unique feels largely come from the fact that in this alternate world, when the atomic war happened the world culturally was in the 50s (although technology was much more advanced), and this lead to creation of a strange setting to say at least, full of tremendously absurd and bizarre stuff.
    I personally do not like this light-hearted approach and would prefer a more serious approach to the post-apo topic, with a darker and heavier atmosphere (think Metro 2033).

    The game offers you a vast world and almost total freedom. You are free to shoot anyone you like, make friends and enemies as you see fit, go anywhere and take anything you want and the world will react to your actions. While this is sounds and definitely is cool, the obvious issue this brought up is the world feeling kinda plastic, not often reacting to your character's actions like it should, which is why you will find yourself sticking to some pre-defined paths more often than not, just to avoid breaking immersion, although if you played F3 you will find here a great improvement over that title.

    The Action part of this Action-RPG is not very good. Enemies are mostly braindead, rushing you with meele weapons or just standing in plain sight shooting you. Cover system is non-existant at all. Guns and weapons in general do very little damage decereasing the immersion further it's just not immersive when you have to shoot someone wearing casual clothes 10 times in the chest to kill him.

    Here we come to probably the greatest problem of this game, which is the difficulty level.
    Even played on very hard the game is just not hard, there isn't any challenge awaiting for you. You faceroll absolutely everything, being a one man army even if you do not pick combat skills, even at lowest levels. It's funny when a squad professional soldiers armed to the teeth warn you to stay away from a certain place because it is full of bandits and they are waiting for reinforcements to take them out, while you can just walk in there on level 1 and stomp them even on very hard of course after you get out they react like nothing has happened, making the world feel shallow and plastic.

    Levels are designed terribly, with reused assets everywhere, repeatable locations and cut into cells so small it's often laughable. I know this game is a bit old, but still you see the obnoxious loading screen way too often while travelling through Mojave. If you want to snipe enemies from distance or storm a building full of raiders you can't because the world is basically made of hundreds/thousands of tiny cells, each building floor (sometimes even single rooms) being separated with a loading screen. Wonderful !

    The GOOD THING about Fallout:NV is the massive amount of content. There are so many quests and dialogues in this game, so many types of guns, enemies etc. that you won't be bored quickly. There are many ways to solve each quest and obstacle, adding replayability as you can't spec into everything in one game unless you cheat. And there are mods that add even more !

    Overall I give this game a good 7/10, spent a good chunk of time in this world, I'm just not into this crazy wacky theme Fallout games have, and this game had many other issues but it was still fun for a long while.
    Recommended for Fallout veterans, RPG fans, not really for FPS fans or people who like serious approach.    … Expand
  63. DrownedDrone
    Jul 29, 2012
    9
    I can undestand why people are annoyed that the engine of Fallout: New vegas wasn't changed since FallOut 3, but I can't believe after playing this game that it got a lower score. In fact, considering the alternative (I am thinking about how I miss mass effect 1 dispite the graphics improvements in 2 and 3 that sucked)- I wish that every good or decent game had another go like in falloutI can undestand why people are annoyed that the engine of Fallout: New vegas wasn't changed since FallOut 3, but I can't believe after playing this game that it got a lower score. In fact, considering the alternative (I am thinking about how I miss mass effect 1 dispite the graphics improvements in 2 and 3 that sucked)- I wish that every good or decent game had another go like in fallout new vegas, where the graphic is changed but everything else is improved. You probably already heard of the hardcore mod- but this game have so much more. Right- Puting a faction clothes doesn't feel like hitman, sneaking with a silencer pistol and hacking computers isn't like splintercell (Through the minigame is better) And butchering people at the strip isn't GTA (I admit I didn't try that one), but you have the choise and this is what matter. The reputation-karma system is a giant improvement, this is no longer a fight between good and evil which I hated in fallout 3. The brotherhood of steel is in the gray zone again- not evil and not good, but there are much more factions here- every town has its own opinion of you, every gang, tribe, republic- and its working. The gameplay requires that you skip some missions, because if you want to achieve something beyond money you can't just take every contract you are given (Or maybe you can? I didn't try that one either) The ending is great- There are not only many diffrent "big" decisions but you also need to think what are consequnces of you decisions- The NCR give order, but is this what the people of Primm really need? The brotherhood of steel have good people, but won't killing them now prevent an un-needed blood spilling? Is Mr. house really aiming for better tommorow, or did the power made him a heartless crazy old man? Or maybe things will be better off if I will be the one in control around here? And I admit I don't have the answers to all those questions yet- because I made other decisions
    Another big imporvement is the companions- Not only easier to control with the companion wheel but also much less linear. Talking to them, depending on the conversation, can reveal new side missions that improve loyality and change how the game ends, at least for those pals of yours. Some companions have different traits and some have different behaviour- like Boone, who will engage every Legion man he sees without asking or caring about the consiquences. My review is already getting too long for most people to read- so I will sum up and say this is a good game, much improved fromt he previous fall out 3 and I suggest getting it when the price is right. I don't agree about this game replay value- The game is big time consumer and is simply too long to play again for me. And thats exactly why I had to make my decisions, and live with them.
    Oh and one more thing, this time is bad- For a game that long, with so much hours in the open, I would much expect a much better and varied music- If this game happens in the 2200+, how come the music is from 1500? IS that really all that survived? I know not every game can afford GTA: Vice city soundtrack and talkshows, but come on, I am craving for water in the middle of nuclear desert- Do I really have to hear this old song AGAIN?    … Expand
  64. BatmanLover
    Dec 24, 2012
    7
    I'm a veteran of all the real Fallout games; in other words, Fallouts 1-3. New Vegas, built with the engine of Fallout 3 and recycling a massive amount of themes and elements from all the previous games (almost all the music from Fallout 1 and 2 are reused) and almost every significant faction makes a reappearance. The amount of content is simply staggering; since the game salvages theI'm a veteran of all the real Fallout games; in other words, Fallouts 1-3. New Vegas, built with the engine of Fallout 3 and recycling a massive amount of themes and elements from all the previous games (almost all the music from Fallout 1 and 2 are reused) and almost every significant faction makes a reappearance. The amount of content is simply staggering; since the game salvages the cancelled Van Buren's (what was to be the original Fallout 3 prior to Bethesda's involvement) ideas and elements.

    The gameplay is extremely similar to Fallout 3 due to technical reasons, but the game has been improved and changed in several ways: VATS has been greatly reduced in efficiency (it's harder to hit opponents with it and the 90% damage reduction is now 25%) and many quests grant alternate solutions to those with the correct skills. Even though speech is still the most important skill for easier quest completion, other skills are also factored in, unlike with Fallout 3.

    One excellent addition to the Fallout 3 formula is the fact that you must choose a side. You are allowed to defect and betray factions, but in the end, you must pick a side. This gives the game replay value, something that was lacking in Fallout 3 as every quest pretty much had the same goal regardless of your playstyle; only the means to reach the end changed.

    But, the negative. The horridly poor animation that plagues all of Bethesda's releases haunts even this Obsidian release. Characters are lifeless robots, animals move in awkward ways and your 3rd person character still cannot strafe - he or she begins a sort of reverse moonwalk if you want to strafe.

    I really would want to grade this game a 7 or 9, because all the elements are there. But I can't, and no one should by any means rate this game above 8 for a singular good reason: it is one of the buggiest games in existence. Missing textures, quest glitches, music playing when it shouldn't, sounds missing, constant crashing, rampant save game corruption and so on. Fallout 3 was not a perfect game but at least you could play it (post-patch) without fear of losing your progress forever. Fallout: New Vegas remains in a permanent alpha-state and is a horrifying testament of Obsidian's technical inadequacies. Fallout fans will love New Vegas even with its flaws. As for the rest... better just buy Fallout 3, because it is nearly as good, and without all that ugliness that the rampaging horde of bugs bring along to the party.    … Expand
  65. squidgee
    Sep 2, 2012
    7
    Fallout New Vegas feels a lot like Fallout 3 which is a bit disappointing if you were expecting something vastly different.The graphics look sightly outdated though that isn't really that major. During the majority of the New Vegas, the gameplay was engaging as I was always looking forward to finding new weapons, exploring and leveling up, though that level of fun starts to wear down whenFallout New Vegas feels a lot like Fallout 3 which is a bit disappointing if you were expecting something vastly different.The graphics look sightly outdated though that isn't really that major. During the majority of the New Vegas, the gameplay was engaging as I was always looking forward to finding new weapons, exploring and leveling up, though that level of fun starts to wear down when every enemy you meet can die from a single shot from your gun and when you reach the level cap which isn't hard to reach at all.… Expand
  66. Xineombine
    Sep 28, 2012
    7
    I knew this wouldn't live up to it's predecessors and it shows, If Bethesda actually cared, this would have been a masterpiece like bioshock was, they didn't try and it blatantly shows. Don't get me wrong, I personally enjoyed new vegas and all it brought to the table, it's just that it didn't inspire the feelings of awe I got from fallout 3, it was just too familiar.
  67. Jerome89
    Apr 27, 2012
    8
    This is a great RPG, this is how I like RPGs to be done. Good character development options, choices that matter and alter your path visibly (good replayability), quests that involve you more than "bring me 10 mushrooms" and a lot of dialogue checks and options. I'm not a fan of postnuclear worlds, but this game kept me playing and wanting for more. The dlcs are worth the money. GreatThis is a great RPG, this is how I like RPGs to be done. Good character development options, choices that matter and alter your path visibly (good replayability), quests that involve you more than "bring me 10 mushrooms" and a lot of dialogue checks and options. I'm not a fan of postnuclear worlds, but this game kept me playing and wanting for more. The dlcs are worth the money. Great music, great atmosphere. The bad things are generally on the technical side, bugs, glitches, ugly and outdated game engine. The animations and combat are not good either. The overall experience is comparable to Fallout 2, another great game that I probably replayed like 10 times. And I just discovered New Vegas now...… Expand
  68. M4A3E2
    Jul 12, 2012
    7
    This is Fallout done right in terms of story, characters and quests. Generally an improvement over Fallout 3, however some aspects still fall frustratingly short: the difficulty is rather imbalanced, the game engine is unstable, and there's a heavy emphasis on dialogue over gameplay this time around. Lots to nitpick about, and sadly there will be no more official updates. This is somethingThis is Fallout done right in terms of story, characters and quests. Generally an improvement over Fallout 3, however some aspects still fall frustratingly short: the difficulty is rather imbalanced, the game engine is unstable, and there's a heavy emphasis on dialogue over gameplay this time around. Lots to nitpick about, and sadly there will be no more official updates. This is something of a 'do-it-yourself' experience, as it's hard to imagine anyone getting an optimal experience without mods, or house rules on their gameplay. A diamond in the rough, but it can be a 9/10 if you persist in finding mods to fit your playstyle.… Expand
  69. Amig
    Jun 19, 2012
    9
    A worthy successor of the series, and what Fallout 3 should've looked like in the first place. No more empty, featureless world, **** dialogue and 5 people to voice a whole cast of characters. Obsidian took the best parts of F3 (what little there was) and F2, and created something beautiful. Add to that the abundance of fan made modifications, and you'll get a game that's pretty muchA worthy successor of the series, and what Fallout 3 should've looked like in the first place. No more empty, featureless world, **** dialogue and 5 people to voice a whole cast of characters. Obsidian took the best parts of F3 (what little there was) and F2, and created something beautiful. Add to that the abundance of fan made modifications, and you'll get a game that's pretty much immortal. It may not be perfect (the bugs!), but it's close.… Expand
  70. VegetaGrayskull
    Jun 18, 2012
    10
    My character had a scouter in this game and I was able to break the fourth wall and engage in emergent gameplay to direct the scouter at the game itself to measure its power level.

    This game's power level is OVER NINE THOUSAND!
  71. Chris_DK
    Jul 7, 2012
    10
    Fallout New Vegas is a great RPG game. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic Las Vegas. After being shot in the head, and dug up from a grave by a robot you set out to find the people that tried to kill you and stole something you were suppose to deliver. Factions are fighting for the Mojave Wasteland, and you decide which ones you want to join, or you can go your own way. There is much toFallout New Vegas is a great RPG game. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic Las Vegas. After being shot in the head, and dug up from a grave by a robot you set out to find the people that tried to kill you and stole something you were suppose to deliver. Factions are fighting for the Mojave Wasteland, and you decide which ones you want to join, or you can go your own way. There is much to explore and so many decisions to make. There are many weapons and armors to obtain. The game has so much content, you can spend hours playing it and not getting tired of it.… Expand
  72. hellcat5
    Jul 26, 2012
    8
    Thank God New Vegas didn't crash when I tried to load it. As it stands with Fallout 3 game of the year edition through steam, I cannot run the game unless I'm not connected to the internet. Sad. Fallout 3 New Vegas runs smoothly through steam, in ultra mode for me without any issues. I can enjoy this. Thank God. Fallout 3 New Vegas I can play without interruptions, fully immersed.
  73. Gabcd
    Aug 6, 2012
    7
    3+/5 (Kinda good) So, you've played Fallout 3 with all its DLCs, and now you try Fallout: New Vegas. You notice there is nothing "really" new about it, except it's kinda different. It's good, but the game feels like a big DLC for Fallout 3, so it's KINDA good.
  74. DrBuzzKill
    Aug 5, 2012
    8
    Fallout new Vegas is a good game because it had the original members of Fallout making it. Great story, amazing game and it runs great on my PC. The sad part is that the ass clowns at Bethesda own this game now! This game was well done and is a Million times better then that piece of trash called Fallout 3. Bethesda blow it out your ass! This great game gets an 8 out of 10! MostFallout new Vegas is a good game because it had the original members of Fallout making it. Great story, amazing game and it runs great on my PC. The sad part is that the ass clowns at Bethesda own this game now! This game was well done and is a Million times better then that piece of trash called Fallout 3. Bethesda blow it out your ass! This great game gets an 8 out of 10! Most importantly this game is actually FUN!… Expand
  75. Wesch
    Aug 9, 2012
    10
    Great RPG game. Contains much of action, it brings us one of most opened world in games with such highly developed quest's. Story is less epic than in FallOut 3, which in my opinion deserves 8, but New Vegas brings us true and more probable story. If someone doesn't mind the RPG segment, he can also concentrate on the gameplay, which brings lot of fun. Sniping is very enjoyable part, allGreat RPG game. Contains much of action, it brings us one of most opened world in games with such highly developed quest's. Story is less epic than in FallOut 3, which in my opinion deserves 8, but New Vegas brings us true and more probable story. If someone doesn't mind the RPG segment, he can also concentrate on the gameplay, which brings lot of fun. Sniping is very enjoyable part, all of weapons (energetic, firearms, melee) are developed and gives a way to end whole game with it. Epic game.… Expand
  76. LethalThreat
    Dec 29, 2012
    7
    This game wasn't what I expected, it didn't feel post-apocalyptic like Fallout 3, all F:NV was honestly was just a desert with nothing around but the main quest places. I did enjoy it though for the companions and guns, also gambling in the casinos were fun. There was also alot of bugs, for me, and from what I've found it was because there were to many things happening like being able toThis game wasn't what I expected, it didn't feel post-apocalyptic like Fallout 3, all F:NV was honestly was just a desert with nothing around but the main quest places. I did enjoy it though for the companions and guns, also gambling in the casinos were fun. There was also alot of bugs, for me, and from what I've found it was because there were to many things happening like being able to choose from four sides, when I went in to see what was wrong I think it was because of this. If it were like Fallout 3 where you were sided with the BoS or just one group there wouldn't be as many bugs. Either way it was some what enjoyable.… Expand
  77. russ-angel
    Oct 12, 2012
    7
    I bought the Ultimate Edition in the Steam special,about £7.99,and there is one hell of a lot of game for that price.These days I play about an hour max each time on a game as Ive played so many over the years I'm sort of hard to please.I cant even have an hour on NV because it crashes before I get there,slowdowns and crashes on a real high end PC shouldn't happen these days.I haveI bought the Ultimate Edition in the Steam special,about £7.99,and there is one hell of a lot of game for that price.These days I play about an hour max each time on a game as Ive played so many over the years I'm sort of hard to please.I cant even have an hour on NV because it crashes before I get there,slowdowns and crashes on a real high end PC shouldn't happen these days.I have done all the tweaks and configs for multi core to no avail.An amazing game behind the scenes spoiled by sloppy delivery as far as I'm concerned.On a positive note,besides the bugs its a great game to explore and have fun.I loved the B52 at the bottom of the lake and the various little secrets,and there is a lot that the game offers in scope and enjoyment,and its definitely worth picking up if you are after a truly open world and detailed environment.I would have gone higher than a 7 if it wasn't for the endless restarts and nuances that you have to put up with.… Expand
  78. giorov
    Aug 20, 2012
    10
    great game if you have a powerful computer, also play with all expansion packs and dlc's and updated to latest version. last but not least if you want to play fallout new vegas in all its glory with no cut content use these mods: http://newvegas.nexusmods.com/users/3010984# . and remember to read the notes first!
  79. cossayos
    Nov 3, 2012
    9
    Gripping and highly addictive game that provided me with countless hours of fun. Obsidian did most things right and even when you think you've seen all, there's still that little unexplored area providing something new.
  80. cameler1989
    Dec 6, 2012
    7
    I think it would be wise to summarize Fallout New Vegas in the following way;

    The graphics are not an improvement over Fallout 3 at all. The voice acting and dialogue scripts are so hideous they will make you want to exit the game. The Quests are quite well done, especially the DLC content which breathes some fresh life into the stale game. The atmosphere is well done and you    I think it would be wise to summarize Fallout New Vegas in the following way;

    The graphics are not an improvement over Fallout 3 at all.

    The voice acting and dialogue scripts are so hideous they will make you want to exit the game.

    The Quests are quite well done, especially the DLC content which breathes some fresh life into the stale game.

    The atmosphere is well done and you can tell that there was a good effort made at trying to immerse the player in the game world.

    What I really want to say though, is that this game is quite unspectacular for a Fallout title. What does Fallout mean? It means witty dialogue, Role playing elements, with just the right sprinkle of FPS gameplay that so many of our Asperger's suffering Call of Duty brothers need so badly. However, in Fallout 3 and New Vegas, the RPG, atmospheric, and witty dialogue elements have been completely eliminated. Stale voiceovers from people that you can tell don't give a damn about their roles ruin the sense of immersion. One of the most touted new features, the gun mods, really add nothing to the overall grand scheme of things, except allowing the younger audience to feel cool somehow. I mean... really? Patrolling the Mojave almost makes you wish for a nuclear winter? Come on now, what is this kind of dialogue? It gets so stale so very fast.

    Moving on, the quests are actually well done, giving your character CHOICE for the first time since Fallout 2. It was a BADLY NEEDED element from previous games and left a smile on my face. I loved the quests even if they were very watered down because of the three pathways you could take in the game. This is probably as politically incorrect as American companies will ever get in this generation of sterile mass gaming, so its nice to see a slaver faction like Ceasar's Legion. I liked the Old World Blues setting as well, with clever dialogue and good quests overall. I feel like the DLC's had better quality quests than the main game.

    The graphics are unfortunately hideous. This is sadly due to the fact that XBOX 360 graphics are quite old and the system can not handle many characters on the screen at the same time along with so many textures. They really did have to strip down so many areas to make the game Xbox compatible. Freeside had to be divided into two areas, which is pathetic. I mean, Vegas itself had to be divided into two areas, which is even more disturbing. There is an inexplicable fence that completely and utterly breaks all immersion once you see it. Another thing which irked me so much was this focus on the city of New Vegas itself. I mean, you've got this itch to go and see the place that everyone touts as the last untouched city on earth, and you can see it from a long distance as well. It shines in the night time and it is very alluring to wary travelers in the Mojave. However, once you do get to the city, words can not describe how underwhelming it is. The architecture is very bland, there are limited characters and NPC's. It feels so rushed and it is very disapointing. I would describe it kind of like how the Imperial City felt when I was playing Oblivion so many years ago, but I digress.

    The guns, as expected, are really well done and with the help of the modding community this game has a larger arsenal than any of the biggest FPS titles out there, rivaled only by battlefield 3, which really doesn't mean anything at all for a so called Role Playing Game. This doesn't mean that there are no RPG elements here, there are many many more than in Fallout 3 and the system I do appreciate. I mean, they really did a good job integrating perks and traits to make your character feel more unique than the generic Caucasian male that most folks will be playing as. Overall, I would give this game a fair 7.0 on the scale. I wish I could give it more because it is a Fallout title, and I know that Obsidian gave it their all to produce something that is interesting on such a terrible gaming engine and for such a terrible piece of hardware like the 360, but you still cannot be excused because it is what it is. This is a good game that gets rather stale, feels stale compared to Fallout 3 (You will not notice many graphical differences, even the useless clutter items are mostly the same), but has many of the beloved classical rpg elements like traits, perks, gun mods (if they are rpg traits), CHOICE in which side to take on many matters, which enemies to make, which friends to make. But again and again, the horrific dialogue will have you turning the volume down and looking around to make sure no one is watching you listen to such cheesy dialogue as this game has. It is that shamefully written.

    Overall, once again, a 7.0 worth checking out for one play through.    … Expand
  81. Valiko
    Dec 19, 2012
    10
    This was a really fun game and i enjoyed how the quest weren't linear, you could just saw screw the world and kill everyone, then become king of the wasteland. as well as hundred of side quest and smooth controls, this game has a enjoyable hardcore mode where you have to mind enemies and manage supplies, as well as worry about starving, passing out, and getting dehydrated. People alsoThis was a really fun game and i enjoyed how the quest weren't linear, you could just saw screw the world and kill everyone, then become king of the wasteland. as well as hundred of side quest and smooth controls, this game has a enjoyable hardcore mode where you have to mind enemies and manage supplies, as well as worry about starving, passing out, and getting dehydrated. People also don't recognize you if you are in brotherhood of steel armor and will treat you differently, no just like some random person, as well as your influence on what you do.… Expand
  82. rampageingapes
    Apr 28, 2013
    10
    The game has a great story line, good action, and great graphics much like Fallout 3. I wasn't sure about buying this game when I did because I had heard about how it was constantly glitching but luckily all of the problems have already received patches and the version on Steam was completely up to date. I absolutely loved this game and hope that there is another installment to this seriesThe game has a great story line, good action, and great graphics much like Fallout 3. I wasn't sure about buying this game when I did because I had heard about how it was constantly glitching but luckily all of the problems have already received patches and the version on Steam was completely up to date. I absolutely loved this game and hope that there is another installment to this series in the works. DLCs aren't that great though.… Expand
  83. HenryCase
    Dec 25, 2012
    9
    A worthy descendant to the original two Fallout games by Interplay. If you liked the Fallout 3 game engine, but missed the southern sandy atmosphere of Fallout 1 & 2 this is your game. It even features parts of the original Mark Morgan soundtrack of the first two games.
  84. LexSmithy
    Dec 10, 2013
    8
    Fallout New Vegas is easily one of my most favourite games of all time, but before I can explain why it is great, I have to explain where it falters. Mainly, the worst problems with it are the bugs, the console versions of the game are definitely more glitched out and you repeatedly run into invisible walls, failed animations and errors that can completely take out a good few minutes ofFallout New Vegas is easily one of my most favourite games of all time, but before I can explain why it is great, I have to explain where it falters. Mainly, the worst problems with it are the bugs, the console versions of the game are definitely more glitched out and you repeatedly run into invisible walls, failed animations and errors that can completely take out a good few minutes of your time. But otherwise, these are sparse and do not fully detract from the experience of Fallout.

    Gameplay wise, Fallout doesn't differ too much from Fallout 3 at surface level, but there are some key changes to the gameplay that, in my opinion, make it better. Firstly, skill checks are implemented, instead of having a dodgy percentage system for speech, you now need to have a certain requisite, whether you meet or fail the requirement makes your playthrough unique, and immerses you further into the world of post-apocalyptic Nevada. Another really interesting concept is Hardcore mode, which gives the game a real edge and turns it more into a survival game, as you are forced to take into consideration heavier loads, dehydration, starvation and tiredness, I'd recommend that you turn on Hardcore mode, as you can always turn it off if you feel frustrated about the dehydration element to it. Finally, companions are far easier to manage, the companion wheel really allows you to make more strategic decisions with the companions, while it can seem a little fiddly, compared to opening up a talk box all the time it can cut corners very quickly, it definitely makes using companions more worthwhile.

    However, while gameplay is clearly important, it is a bit of a guilty pleasure for me to say that F:NV really blows Fallout 3 out of the water with it's writing. Fallout New Vegas is heavily faithful to the original two games, but isn't afraid to introduce it to new boundaries, the NCR makes a welcome return, but adding Caesar's Legion as the opposing force really takes the karma system in ways that Bethesda could only dream about. Fallout 3 was very much a battle between good and evil, New Vegas is far more complex than that, do you side with the bureaucratic NCR, who want to take over everything yet be unable to pledge their promises? Or the more aggressive and ruthless, but disciplined Legion? Or maybe you decide to go all out against them by yourself or as the pawn of Mr House, the mysterious baron of New Vegas? The multiple depths, pathways and choices you make really matter in New Vegas, making it a far more rewarding experience than Fallout 3. If you look at the amount of quests both games offer, as well as the diversity of voice actors, dialogue, factions, characters, enemies, weapons and overall content, you realize that Fallout 3 gets utterly trumped. While some argue that they prefer the atmosphere and location of Washington DC over the Nevada desert. I genuinely prefer the atmosphere of Nevada. (Irrelevant note, but Nevada even has vegetation! A desert in the middle of nowhere has more life in it than the former capital city of the US!) Another, final element as to why this game is better is because of the humour overall. Obsidian really captured the dark, cynical but also bizarre humour of the original fallout games, one that really sticks with me is a super mutant who comes every night to annihilate a farmer's brahmin with a minigun because he got angry about them making noise while he was asleep.

    Overall, while Fallout 3 is a decent game, New Vegas is far superior. Perhaps I am being overly generous with my score, as a game should really be built on the strength of it's gameplay and the gameplay is not strong enough on its own. But this makes me only hope that we can get another 'real' fallout game.    … Expand
  85. thatdude
    Jan 6, 2013
    7
    Fallout 3 was one of my favorite games to date. its atmosphere and open world made the game believable and very re-playable, I must have played through fallout 3 at least 5 times. fallout new Vegas however while still having the same atmosphere and gameplay has been a bit of a disappointment. the world is not as open as fallout 3. by placing deathclaws and other advanced enemys in certainFallout 3 was one of my favorite games to date. its atmosphere and open world made the game believable and very re-playable, I must have played through fallout 3 at least 5 times. fallout new Vegas however while still having the same atmosphere and gameplay has been a bit of a disappointment. the world is not as open as fallout 3. by placing deathclaws and other advanced enemys in certain spots of the world, the game FORCES you to take a linear path taking the longest route to get to new Vegas. making every discovery of the world not nearly as satisfying as in a huge open world where every direction is a new adventure. and the world looks the same size as FO3 but most of the map is inaccessible from cliffs and invisible walls. the quest lines are mostly all the same and make the game a lot less re playable and you cant continue to play your character at the end of the game, a HUGE mistake they made in FO3 they had to fix in a DLC why make the same mistake twice?!?!?!

    That being said, the game still has some great features. the iron sights are a welcome change, the new weapons and weapon upgrades are very nice and the conflict of the story really make the game very interesting, this game is still a fallout game in my eyes and true fans to the series will defiantly want to play it, I'm just hoping they make the next fallout game more like fallout 3    … Expand
  86. GarrettStrahan
    Jul 7, 2016
    10
    Honestly I lost how many hours I played this game. I have played this game 3 or 4 times. I know my father has played this game 3 or 4 times as well. Each playthrough is about 150 hours+, so you do the math. Plot = A+. Gun Battle gameplay B+. Characters =A. Graphics of that time A+. Crashes to the system = D.
    The constant crashes to the system are a bummer but the total gameplay experience    Honestly I lost how many hours I played this game. I have played this game 3 or 4 times. I know my father has played this game 3 or 4 times as well. Each playthrough is about 150 hours+, so you do the math. Plot = A+. Gun Battle gameplay B+. Characters =A. Graphics of that time A+. Crashes to the system = D.
    The constant crashes to the system are a bummer but the total gameplay experience is worth all the problems. I don't want to ruin the story if you have not played this masterpiece but its great, you really feel as if your important and powerful and people are really counting on you.
    The DLCs are classic.    … Expand
  87. Coliha
    Feb 14, 2013
    8
    I love this game. While it may not be the best game in the world it is one of my favorites. I like the fact that this game was completely independent of fallout 3 as far as story line goes and that it is based in my home land. I am a desert dweller and immediately bonded with my character over the familiar look to the surroundings.

    This game was a blast for me because of all the mini    I love this game. While it may not be the best game in the world it is one of my favorites. I like the fact that this game was completely independent of fallout 3 as far as story line goes and that it is based in my home land. I am a desert dweller and immediately bonded with my character over the familiar look to the surroundings.

    This game was a blast for me because of all the mini games and the side plots, some of which I must admit were a bit twisted (that's why I loved it!) The game also has a companion feature that lets you to find and recruit companions to help you in tight situations.

    I also enjoyed the different feel that the story line had from fallout 3. Instead of the feeling of a society fresh from the ashes of a nuclear holocaust you get that freshness of a society that is finally strong and headed on the fast track to reaching "old world glory".    … Expand
  88. EvilTerrorizer
    Mar 10, 2015
    3
    Basically the same game as Fallout 3. I mean even the computer part was the same... cmon! If you play this game longer than 30 hours it is because you're bored and trying to get your money's worth...
  89. rantingwaj
    Jan 5, 2020
    10
    Still perfect even after years. A bit lite on content for some factions and a bit buggy (very easily fixed with mods) but that is because Bugthesda rushed Obsidian so much.

    Amazing game and its in my top 5 RPG games of all time!
  90. BlackWidow
    Sep 16, 2020
    7
    Since I wrote reviews for FO3 and FO4, it seems only fair to write one for FONV. Now, I know a lot of people feel that FONV is the best in the series, but I disagree. As with all my reviews, everyone has their own opinions, and I will give mine on New Vegas.

    The Good Survival Mode Good Voice Acting Nice Weapon Selection/Modification The Bad Same Character creation Same UI    Since I wrote reviews for FO3 and FO4, it seems only fair to write one for FONV. Now, I know a lot of people feel that FONV is the best in the series, but I disagree. As with all my reviews, everyone has their own opinions, and I will give mine on New Vegas.

    The Good

    Survival Mode
    Good Voice Acting
    Nice Weapon Selection/Modification

    The Bad

    Same Character creation
    Same UI
    Same Graphics
    Weak DLC
    Weak Protagonist (The Courier?)
    Boring Story
    BOS (Brotherhood) was dumbed down
    World looks too pretty to be post-apocalyptic
    Less exploration
    Characters are less memorable

    As you can see (at least for me) the bad far out weighs the good. I feel that NV is a very overrated fallout game. Fallout 3 is much better. Obsidian (and with all due respect) looks as if they just copied a lot of stuff from FO3. So yeah. Not a horrible game, but certainly not a great game, and surely not up to par with FO2 and FO3. Again, a very overrated game. I'll give it a 7, because although I didn't like it as much as the previous titles, it's alright. But at least for now, FO3 still rules the series.    … Expand
  91. JackBaronLIX
    May 7, 2013
    10
    Several Years after its release and a few hundred hours later, I still find myself playing this great game. If you enjoy open world games, shooters, rpgs, or are curious about games like this, I highly recommend it!
    I've played through it multiple times and I still want to see the other endings for myself, so it keeps me coming back! I only wish the facial animations were a bit better.    Several Years after its release and a few hundred hours later, I still find myself playing this great game. If you enjoy open world games, shooters, rpgs, or are curious about games like this, I highly recommend it!
    I've played through it multiple times and I still want to see the other endings for myself, so it keeps me coming back! I only wish the facial animations were a bit better.
    Possibly my favorite game of all time!    … Expand
  92. MysteriousRage
    Jul 22, 2013
    9
    Fallout New Vegas is a massive improvement from Fallout 3. Featuring better writing, better characters (actually have personalities), a better and more open ended choice based story, and a better gameplay.
    I found myself more addicted to New Vegas as time went by. I ended doing about 5 solid playthroughs-to see different endings and outcomes from the choices I made. There are also a lot    Fallout New Vegas is a massive improvement from Fallout 3. Featuring better writing, better characters (actually have personalities), a better and more open ended choice based story, and a better gameplay.
    I found myself more addicted to New Vegas as time went by. I ended doing about 5 solid playthroughs-to see different endings and outcomes from the choices I made. There are also a lot more quests and characters to interact with. Much more lively than Fallout 3 and much more to do.

    Gameplay improvements include the companion wheel, hardcore mode, being able to aim down the sights, return of the faction system (which is put into full gears and used perfectly). NV also contains elements of Van Buren and is more connected to the original two Fallouts.

    There are two big gripes though. One would be the game world. As unique and interesting a post apocalyptic Las Vegas sounds, it is not executed very well. Largely due to engine limitations, Vegas is small and a bit underwhelming in size, and the Mojave Wasteland is largely open desert and feels more like a Frontier than anything. Kind of like Fallout 2's wasteland. The second is obvious, the bugs and glitches. There are a lot. I've encountered 1 game breaking glitch and many crashes, character bugs and freezes.

    New Vegas is still largely an ambitious RPG, having almost everything be based on the choices you make. Combine that with the amount of things to do and people to interact with, you'll find yourself thoroughly engrossed in this game    … Expand
  93. DukeRaoul
    Jul 16, 2013
    9
    A really excellent game. I'd give this game a 9.5 rather than a 9 if possible, I'm subtracting the 0.5 due to it having its share of flaws, as any game would have however, it earns the 9.5 on entertainment value alone.
    What makes this game superior to Fallout 3?
    Fallout 3, while in itself a fun, sandbox roleplaying game, doesn't match up to New Vegas. New Vegas is a refinement of the    A really excellent game. I'd give this game a 9.5 rather than a 9 if possible, I'm subtracting the 0.5 due to it having its share of flaws, as any game would have however, it earns the 9.5 on entertainment value alone.
    What makes this game superior to Fallout 3?
    Fallout 3, while in itself a fun, sandbox roleplaying game, doesn't match up to New Vegas. New Vegas is a refinement of the formula found in Fallout 3. For starters, the writing has been significantly tightened up much more interesting, believable and quirky characters exist along with a vastly improved main story while it's still nothing incredible, it's still undoubtedly superior to the lackluster plot line found in Fallout 3.
    As said before, by no means is Fallout 3 a bad game. By rating New Vegas so highly in comparison, it's simply a testament to what great fun New Vegas is. It's quite understandable that this game isn't for everyone. Though I thoroughly believe most people will find the unique charm to the game alluring as they explore what remains of Nevada and Las Vegas. The Fallout franchise once again creates a subliminal post-apocalyptic atmosphere, mixed in with surreal science fiction elements that creates an experience quite like no other (except in other Fallout games).
    To me, Fallout 3 didn't have any particularly charismatic NPCs to deal with. In New Vegas, you encounter an array of intriguing individuals, from the enigmatic Mr House to the brutal Caesar and his Legion, along with other major and minor characters along the way such as Benny, Jason Bright and recurring super mutant Marcus. All of these characters prove to be highly interactive and interesting to talk to, with their at times ambitious yet absurd goals and developed backgrounds.
    To summarise New Vegas in one word, I would choose choice. Quite literally every NPC in New Vegas is eligible to be killed quite unlike Skyrim, where I found it more common that the NPC would be invincible rather than someone I could actually defeat. You might be wondering what the big deal is that you can kill characters in a video game. The truth is, New Vegas does an excellent job at building up characters, from how it goads you to hate Benny, or to fear Caesar leading to something spectacular when you get the opportunity to show these characters what you think of them not that this is a game all about killing, of course. In fact, conversation and interaction often leads to their often misunderstood motives being explained to you, forcing something of a morale dilemma as you try to decide who to vouch for in the barren wastelands.
    Other than that, there almost isn't a single quest where two to four alternatives aren't presented to you to go about dealing with it. As an example, I'll use likely the first real quest you encounter, 'Ghost Town Gunfight'. The quaint village of Goodsprings is under attack by bandits. The obvious choice for most people would be to defend it but how to go about doing that? You can speak to the various villagers for support, Doc Mitchell offering you medical supplies, or you can convince Trudy to rouse up more townspeople to aid you in the fight. Or how about you simply kill Joe Cobb, the leader of the bandits' (or 'Powder Gangers' as they're known) before he can lead the assault?
    However, the choice doesn't end there. You can opt to go and help Joe Cobb instead leading to you pillaging the town alongside his thug-like allies. After killing everyone in Goodsprings, you can go to where the Powder Gangers have holed up and engage in an entire quest chain where you help the Powder Gangers in their anti-NCR activities. All from just a single quest; there being dozens of quests to do. The main story itself has at least four separate factions you can join (one being yourself), with entirely different quest chains along the way.
    If RPGs in general interest you, if the apocalypse interests you or heck simply just good games interest you, then definitely give New Vegas a spin. You may not fully grasp the appeal at first, but after you realise just how much is available to you to do, all of it being fully developed and interesting, it's a game you can't stop playing until you've explored every nook and cranny.    … Expand
  94. braeden
    Jul 9, 2014
    9
    Making decent sequels for successful games isn't easy. Sequel should pay some kind of respect to original game, but also offer new content and be self-contained enough to not feel like bunch of recycled ideas. New vegas manages to find this balance nicely. Basically you get more of the same Fallout goodness and it still feels fresh enough to keep you interested.

    New feature worth    Making decent sequels for successful games isn't easy. Sequel should pay some kind of respect to original game, but also offer new content and be self-contained enough to not feel like bunch of recycled ideas. New vegas manages to find this balance nicely. Basically you get more of the same Fallout goodness and it still feels fresh enough to keep you interested.

    New feature worth mentioning is the faction system, where you gain reputation (good, bad or mixed) based on your actions. Different groups will react differently to you, based on your past actions towards them. Every group will also have their own conflicting agendas and it can be hard to try please them all. I think the system worked quite nicely and added some depth to the game and character interactions.

    Only major shortcoming are the DLCs which pretty much suck. I guess 'Old world blues' was near decent, but interrupting the main plot for ~10 hours to do something completely unrelated just didn't work for me. Also honorable mention to 'Lonesome road' which was boring as hell, but at least you could quit playing it without completing the whole DLC.    … Expand
  95. kingdomofomins
    Jun 25, 2013
    8
    I would have given this game a 9/10 but the bugs and not a lot of interesting side quests especially when you r with the ncr oh and the map is smaller then fallout 3's, but in general fallout new vegas is good game and still kicks skyrim's ass still i recommend it and by the game now and get mods and all the dlcs they'll make this game fun as hell
  96. Mildred
    Dec 13, 2013
    10
    Obsidian,and all that involve the creation of this game, I salute you! This is one of the best RPG well...THE BEST GAME I'VE EVER PLAYED IN MY 30 YEARS OF LIFE!

    At first I'm very skeptical about this game. Many people say it's buggy like hell. But in my experience, which means 100+ hours of gameplay with all DLCs, the game got bugs only 2-3 times (like getting stuck on the rocky    Obsidian,and all that involve the creation of this game, I salute you! This is one of the best RPG well...THE BEST GAME I'VE EVER PLAYED IN MY 30 YEARS OF LIFE!

    At first I'm very skeptical about this game. Many people say it's buggy like hell. But in my experience, which means 100+ hours of gameplay with all DLCs, the game got bugs only 2-3 times (like getting stuck on the rocky surface). And it crashes a lot less than FO3.

    Aside from those technical issues and some quirky combat moment, this game is top notch. High role-playing element, many addition to combat (like special attack), a lot of quests with choices, great story that get you involved and really feel like you are a character living and making every decision that will effect the outcome which might be a little change of other characters or a whole story-path.

    I was to give it 8 but there is one thing that make me raise it to 10. It is the ending on my first playthrough. It's very impressive. I feel like all my 100+ hours playing this game really matter. Not only the main story ending some of DLCs endings are also great heartwarming, awesome or sad depend on how you complete it    … Expand
  97. Stepanchi
    Jul 7, 2013
    9
    One can only rejoice for Obsidian: they take a big project, a series of output almost the same level, delivering a bit of fun to fans, much more fans of role-playing games, they create their Fallout 3 is better but the official did not change.
  98. cidgrad01
    Oct 18, 2013
    8
    I enjoyed this but not as much as Fallout 3. It’s fun, immersive, interesting story, and very well made overall but if you’ve played Fallout 3 it feels like more of the same so it’s missing that “new” factor. Also, I do not like how they nerfed the VATS system. Killing baddies with VATS in F3 never got old for me and I miss all the gratuitous slo-mo deaths. You have to treat New Vegas aI enjoyed this but not as much as Fallout 3. It’s fun, immersive, interesting story, and very well made overall but if you’ve played Fallout 3 it feels like more of the same so it’s missing that “new” factor. Also, I do not like how they nerfed the VATS system. Killing baddies with VATS in F3 never got old for me and I miss all the gratuitous slo-mo deaths. You have to treat New Vegas a lot more like a standard FPS since there is no perk to instantly refill your AP after making a kill and VATS is generally much less useful besides.

    Aside from those two points, though, excellent game.    … Expand
  99. jcakes
    Oct 20, 2013
    9
    Only buy this game if you like questing, exploration, retro-futurism and classic western music. You can mod, or not, to your tastes, but the retail game is a exploration rpg with strong Cold War overtones. As a long time fan of the Fallout universe, I would say this is my favorite Fallout game. I liked Fallout 3, but was frustrated by the lack of imagination in the world architecture,Only buy this game if you like questing, exploration, retro-futurism and classic western music. You can mod, or not, to your tastes, but the retail game is a exploration rpg with strong Cold War overtones. As a long time fan of the Fallout universe, I would say this is my favorite Fallout game. I liked Fallout 3, but was frustrated by the lack of imagination in the world architecture, and banality of the quests. If you like more of a open world feel, as I do, this is might be the game to get of the two. There are quite a few minor bugs throughout (especially in Old World Blues DLC), but not any game breakers. You will have to reload here or there, and the graphics are dated (they date back to at least 2007). If you are a level capper, but don't want to do all the DLC, you will be frustrated, as you probably will have to depopulate the world significantly to reach level cap. The mainline story is easy to finish even on hardcore mode, but if approached as an exploration rpg it is a fun game. If you do not enjoy exploring or doing side quests then this is not the game for you. Also, this game is best played in first-person mode and with a game controller (I prefer XBOX 360). It is a console port, but playable. The menu is intentionally bad (in the vein of retro-futurism). Think BASIC meets plasma/laser weapons. Glass soda bottles and type writers meets holo-projectors (Dead Money DLC). It's a wacky game world but it's worth giving a look.… Expand
  100. Idiocracy
    Sep 30, 2013
    10
    You know how you play a great game, like Fallout3, and say wow I wish I could play that exact same game again but just a little different, well then you're in luck!!! New Vegas came out and said, how would you like to play Fallout 3 again except in a desert and with a little more content!!! HOORAY said I!!! Let me be CLEAR by saying theres MORE TO THIS than just a Fallout3 DLC, but at theYou know how you play a great game, like Fallout3, and say wow I wish I could play that exact same game again but just a little different, well then you're in luck!!! New Vegas came out and said, how would you like to play Fallout 3 again except in a desert and with a little more content!!! HOORAY said I!!! Let me be CLEAR by saying theres MORE TO THIS than just a Fallout3 DLC, but at the same time its not some brand new game. It'd be nice if you were a bit more daring in making changes, but at least this way I don't have to talk about how amazing 3 was and how New Vegas it up. Just different enough for you to play it 4 more times after having played Fallout3 5 times… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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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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Metascore
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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