Fallout 3: The Pitt

 Xbox 360
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Thunderbolt
    70
    It’s still not particularly polished, however, as I experienced a couple of crashes and some audio glitches with character speech, but other than that this is a fairly solid expansion that captures what makes Fallout 3 so good.
  2. Xbox Achievements
    70
    If you're a fan of Fallout 3, this is an enjoyable way to return to the game, though the story doesn't quite match up to the caliber of the better quests from the main game. Those who felt they didn't get their money's worth from Operation Anchorage are likely to feel the same way here, as this DLC pack also runs between 3 and 5 hours, depending on how much time you spend ingot hunting.
  3. GameCritics
    65
    The Pitt doesn't offer a lot of impressive loot to score, collecting items for that last achievement is more trouble than it's worth, and the struggle-with-a-twist to free Pittsburgh's slaves (or not) is over before you know it.
  5. Worth Playing
    60
    As much as it pains me to say it, if you buy The Pitt, then you are essentially giving Bethesda money for nothing. Sure, you get a few more hours of play time in a new city, but nothing here is more substantial or worthwhile than any of the dozens of side-quests included in the original game.
  6. games(TM)
    60
    The Pitt just isn't satisfying enough in any area to truly earn a recommendation for any reason other than it's more Fallout 3. [June 2009]
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  7. Absolute Games
    57
    Unlike Operation: Anchorage, brief, dullish adventures in Pittsburgh are actually worth $10. It seems Bethesda has finally found the right formula for Fallout 3 expansions, although it’s far from being perfect.
  8. SpazioGames
    55
    Operation Anchorage was a good DLC due to an appreciated change in action-games dynamics; The Pitt turns back to the RPG style with great level design, fantastic new weapons and new enemies that should be the stars in any gore-party. Despite of this, this downloadable content hasn’t a solid storyline and it’s full of paradoxical situations due to bad-interactive NPCs... Only for Fallout 3 true fans, willing to forgive tons of glitches.
  9. Gaming Age
    50
    Given the art design alone, The Pitt is an interesting addition to the Fallout 3 universe. Outside of that, it's half-baked and feels more like a leaked alpha than an actual retail game. Hopefully the third DLC, Broken Steel, is delivered with a little more care.

Awards & Rankings

72
#72 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
76
#76 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 72 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 72
  2. Mixed: 33 out of 72
  3. Negative: 2 out of 72
  1. OnAnarchy
    Mar 20, 2012
    8
    I disagree with some of the other reviewers, I think we must evaluate the DLC as a stand-alone experience. That being said, the Pitt wasI disagree with some of the other reviewers, I think we must evaluate the DLC as a stand-alone experience. That being said, the Pitt was good. It gave you a desolate feeling of misery and provided some interesting theoretical questions. I enjoyed the 'fight your way out' concept as it made things feel as though I had just stepped out of the vault again. Overall the Pitt was a good place to explore, and provided a good companion to the core game.… Full Review »
  2. TheQuietGamer
    Feb 4, 2011
    9
    The Pitt is by far the best DLC for Fallout 3 the atmosphere is great, the story is amazing, and the new weapons and enemies are outstanding,The Pitt is by far the best DLC for Fallout 3 the atmosphere is great, the story is amazing, and the new weapons and enemies are outstanding, graphics and sound are as great as ever, my only complaint is that it is really short and it doesn't add any new side quests, however this is worth the price of admission and a bunch of fun.… Full Review »
  3. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    9
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!!!!!!!! the pitt
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