Fallout 3

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8.5

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  1. fnenamg
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    It's an FPS game with an appealing atmosphere, but it feels somewhat lacking in certain aspects.
  2. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!!!!!!!! fallout 3
  3. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    An absolutely fantastic game, i loved it when it was released. It gave me so many hours of pure fun.
  4. GameMan2005
    Aug 22, 2023
    8
    Easily the best game Bethesda has ever made. This is a fantastic game with fun gameplay and an engaging world and interesting characters.
  5. JayLemad
    Jul 16, 2023
    9
    Es una obra maestra. Uno de los mejores RPG jamás creados. Los escenarios, los personajes, las oportunidades, las opciones, todo. Bethesda demostró con creces que son los maestros del RPG occidental.
  6. ObsessedMeat
    Jun 6, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. I play this game every two or three years; i envy those of you whom have never played it, since you can experience this atmosphere for the first time.
  7. RTCWFAN
    Jun 1, 2023
    9
    Best part of the series and one of the best RPGs ever. Just satisfying to listen to the great songs in the in-game radio and enjoy the apocalypse. Overall rating: 9.3.
  8. ilovebirdsalott
    May 11, 2023
    9
    This game is easily one of the best fallout games, enjoyed it a lot and it honestly has the best map!
  9. Formula3
    Jan 29, 2023
    8
    Bom jogo, recomendo... muitas horas de vicio.
    Jogado novamente recentemente.
  10. farrrullll
    Jan 27, 2023
    9
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  11. Stio
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    Fallout 3 wird selbst nach mehreren dutzenden Stunden nicht langweilig Die spielwelt ist offen und vollgepackt mit interessanten Sachen Die Dialoge mit den npc's sind angenehm und fesselnd. Für mich der beste Fallout teil .
  12. Beeshu
    Dec 28, 2022
    8
    In my opinion, this game is still superior to Skyrim. It's a fantastic post-apocalyptic RPG with that Bethesda-style freedom and storytelling that everybody loves. Go anywhere, build your character, loot and explore. Become a hero, a mercenary or a heartless murderer. Fallout 3 has its fair share of bugs, glitches and visual limitations, but it's still a must-play for fans of massive openIn my opinion, this game is still superior to Skyrim. It's a fantastic post-apocalyptic RPG with that Bethesda-style freedom and storytelling that everybody loves. Go anywhere, build your character, loot and explore. Become a hero, a mercenary or a heartless murderer. Fallout 3 has its fair share of bugs, glitches and visual limitations, but it's still a must-play for fans of massive open worlds that will take you hundreds of hours to fully experience.… Expand
  13. hector_bcn98
    Nov 3, 2022
    8
    Casi una década después de probarlo en su infame versión de PS3 con su vergonzoso rendimiento, disfrutar de este Shooter RPG me ha traído la experiencia que estaba esperando: correr durante horas por el páramo y las ciudades destruidas a manos de mi fusil, sintiendo que estoy dentro casi de un survival horror por el cuidado que hay que tener de los recursos, ha sido mucho más divertido deCasi una década después de probarlo en su infame versión de PS3 con su vergonzoso rendimiento, disfrutar de este Shooter RPG me ha traído la experiencia que estaba esperando: correr durante horas por el páramo y las ciudades destruidas a manos de mi fusil, sintiendo que estoy dentro casi de un survival horror por el cuidado que hay que tener de los recursos, ha sido mucho más divertido de lo que creía. Aún así, está lejos de ser perfecto, sobre todo a nivel gráfico.… Expand
  14. Bigturd12
    Sep 2, 2022
    10
    One of the top RPG's of all time highly recommend. My favorite game of all time.
  15. Bocru987
    Jul 27, 2022
    10
    Great Fallout game, and definitely good for its time. Nothing else to really say.
  16. Elii0955
    Jul 27, 2022
    10
    RPG classic that is one of the greatest rpgs of all time. Wow what a classic.
  17. conorj69
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best game ever … Expand
  18. Montag100
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    The Best game of all time! Best narrative storytelling! Best Music and Sound! Phenomenon gameplay VATS System! Enormous game, incredible in every way!!!
  19. ANTtheKNEEEE
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Amazing game growing up for me. It was the first time i could find guns enjoyable in a RPG. The shooting wasnt great but you worked with it.
  20. FabricioNery
    Mar 7, 2022
    9
    The third best Fallout of all, after Las Vegas and Fallout 4. With rich dialogues and captivating story, where decisions have to be careful because it has consequences at the end of the game
  21. grazdaninnibiry
    Feb 14, 2022
    0
    нет русского языка в цифровом магазине xbox. Причем есть оффициальная русская версия с полной локализацией на пк. Игре уже 14 лет, 14 лет жалуемся а язык так и не соизволили добавить.
  22. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 28, 2021
    8
    Atmosphere: 9
    Enjoyment: 8
    Gameplay: 7
    Graphics: 7
    Music: 7
    Story: 7
    Total: 7.50
  23. Slckaer
    Dec 16, 2021
    8
    Played on Series X with backwards compatibility.

    I finished this game way too quick. There is much more to do. I had fun playing this game :)
  24. nurfedx
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    One of the best games to the series and an All-time Classic. Also, the last Decent Fallout Game!
  25. FilthyTim
    Nov 11, 2021
    4
    Another Bethesda game with no soul. Cleared all story and DLCs, love only radio in this game and aesthetics
  26. StonePwnReviews
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    Hopefully this gets remastered someday so I can dive back into the gritty dark world of post-apocalyptic DC.
  27. isaacm
    Jun 11, 2021
    9
    not the goat fallout game but its up there. revolutionized open world rpgs and still holds up to this day.
    the real great stories i think are in the side quest. the main quest isnt as good as nv. but still one of my all time fav games.
  28. Dom007
    Feb 13, 2021
    7
    This game has a cool atmosphere and theme but that's all I really like about it. It's main story is very weak and way too short, although the dlc's do make up for this. The characters are somewhat good but mostly forgettable, and like all Bethesda games its very bug persistent. The dlc's do somewhat make this game better, but I just didn't enjoy it as much as I wanted too unfortunately.
  29. YigidOx2
    Jan 31, 2021
    6
    There are features that come to mind when it comes to Fallout. Nothing less, no more. The dark theme is a bit annoying, but of course it would be absurd to be chirping after nuclear. However, they could not achieve that balance. I think it's better to play NV and 4 instead. But maybe you can really like the story. Then this game would be very good.
  30. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 20, 2020
    9
    OVERALL - 94%

    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics (for time) - 7/10
    Story - 9/10
    Game Length - 8/10
    Characters - 8/10
    Level/Area Design - 8/10
    Atmosphere - 9/10
    Sound Effects - 8/10
    Soundtrack - 8/10
    Replay Value - 8/10

    Probably the most realistic depiction of nuclear fallout of any game.
  31. EmeraldDolph
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I enjoyed it very much, it has a good gameplay and various side quest. There are some glitches like some characters will disappear for no reason and you will make a really long jump and take the fall damage.… Expand
  32. genesisdoes
    Oct 2, 2020
    7
    Fallout 3 was the long awaited return of the post apocalyptic role playing series that had been locked away in a vault for over 10 years. Under new developer and publisher, Bethesda, the series was changed to a first person roleplaying game with heavy emphasis on real time combat. It was critically acclaimed at the time but has since dwindled in reputation and I can honestly see why.

    I    Fallout 3 was the long awaited return of the post apocalyptic role playing series that had been locked away in a vault for over 10 years. Under new developer and publisher, Bethesda, the series was changed to a first person roleplaying game with heavy emphasis on real time combat. It was critically acclaimed at the time but has since dwindled in reputation and I can honestly see why.

    I first played Fallout 3 in 2008 and had honestly never played a game like it. I played it very consistently on Xbox 360, not doing much outside of exploring. This is why I never beat the main quest until now. Upon playing it, I definitely wasn't blown away. I played through this game the day after I beat Fallout: New Vegas and that might be the worst thing you can do if you want to appreciate this game. It's by no means a bad game but with a mediocre story, less interesting environment and worse combat than New Vegas, I have little reason to go back to this one.

    Fallout 4 may have even less roleplaying elements than Fallout 3 but at least it offers me things that New Vegas can't such as building settlements and the vast character customization. Sadly, despite it's obvious quality, I can't see myself revisiting Fallout 3 very often.
    I beat this game in November of 2019.    … Expand
  33. Cementer200
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    Fallout 3 is a masterpiece. Fallout 3 is a open world role playing game set in a post apocalyptic Washington DC with a retro futuristic style. The main quest is great and the side quests are also great.
  34. MatthewDavisMed
    Sep 22, 2020
    9
    Fallout 3 does an excellent job of telling it's story, add a good amount of content to keep the player going, and adds so much re playability. It's truly my favorite in the series.
  35. tjcrochet
    Jul 21, 2020
    4
    This game is incredibly buggy. But I think anyone who knows anything about Bethesda knows that their games are complete bug-fests.
    Now with the obvious out of the way, I honestly have only done a full play-through once, I have tried to play through the game over, and over, but I can’t bring myself to do it. The beginning is really boring. Most side-quests weren’t interesting to me. And    This game is incredibly buggy. But I think anyone who knows anything about Bethesda knows that their games are complete bug-fests.
    Now with the obvious out of the way, I honestly have only done a full play-through once, I have tried to play through the game over, and over, but I can’t bring myself to do it. The beginning is really boring. Most side-quests weren’t interesting to me. And near the end I just wanted to finish the game.
    And especially now that time has passed, this game has not aged well, even though Fallout: New Vegas which uses the exact same engine and with almost the exact same mechanics still somewhat feels fresh.
    I would give this game a 5 if the game wasn’t so buggy. But since it is 4/10.    … Expand
  36. Meeleepit
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Took me forever to play this back in the day on my Xbox 360 but damm. 264 hours i invested in this gem of a game.
  37. GioGiorno
    Jun 28, 2020
    7
    Não sei muito o que achar desse jogo, ele me inseriu no mundo de Fallout antes de começar a jogar o 4. O sistema de mira é muito precário, mas as main quests e side quests são muito bem feitas e como você pode ESCOLHER como fazer algo é muito bom! A missão de explodir ou não a cidade é questão de como você pode seguir o jogo sendo o anjinho e fazendo o bem a todos ou diabo na terra pósNão sei muito o que achar desse jogo, ele me inseriu no mundo de Fallout antes de começar a jogar o 4. O sistema de mira é muito precário, mas as main quests e side quests são muito bem feitas e como você pode ESCOLHER como fazer algo é muito bom! A missão de explodir ou não a cidade é questão de como você pode seguir o jogo sendo o anjinho e fazendo o bem a todos ou diabo na terra pós apocalíptica.… Expand
  38. meop
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    This game is fabulous. If you haven't played it, you should. The gameplay is top notch. However there are some minor problems that keep it from being perfect. They are strictly related to the nature of a console based game. If you want the very best experience and mod options play it on PC.
  39. Jessicaw
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    Excellent open world, fun story and an overall great RPG. The music is also amazing and weirdly works perfectly for destroying mutants and raiders.
  40. KoshVorlon
    Jun 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing! I absolutely loved the fact that it changed according to the choices you made. I also loved the fully-fleshed out characters even the crazy one! As a former disc jockey, I got a kick out of the multiple radio stations available too, I especially liked Three Dog! That actor was spot on as a disc jockey!!!! I'm aware this game is inspired by Harlan Ellison's "A boy and his dog", but wow, it also echoed "Book of Elijah" and "Mad Max" as well. Really well done !!!… Expand
  41. SimonHofling
    Mar 5, 2020
    7
    While I did enjoy parts of this game, one thing that quickly became very obvious was that this was a dumbed down and shallow action-oriented world compared to the bizarre worlds of Fallout 1 & 2 which were ripe with black humor, cultural references and moral ambiguousness. Bethesda essentually made a sci-fi action rpg and placed it within the Fallout universe, while ignoring many keyWhile I did enjoy parts of this game, one thing that quickly became very obvious was that this was a dumbed down and shallow action-oriented world compared to the bizarre worlds of Fallout 1 & 2 which were ripe with black humor, cultural references and moral ambiguousness. Bethesda essentually made a sci-fi action rpg and placed it within the Fallout universe, while ignoring many key concepts of what was defining elements of Fallout in terms of storytelling, dialogue and style. As part of this, different factions, groups and characters were reimagined in a way that I do not consider to be coherent with what was presented in the original games. All in all, it is obvious the target group for this game wasn't fans of the original Fallout games, but rather fans of Bethesda games. If playing Fallout 1 & 2 was like reading a captivating russian sci-fi novel, playing Fallout 3 was more like watching a hollywood action movie.… Expand
  42. MLR_9902
    Dec 17, 2019
    6
    Fallout 3 started of very well with high potential. I instantly became addicted to playing and enjoyed it right up until near the endgame which was when I realized how incredibly short the main story is, then there's the side missions which really aren't that interesting to play as well as that they aren't worth the rewards. This really took the fun out of it for me. I got tired goingFallout 3 started of very well with high potential. I instantly became addicted to playing and enjoyed it right up until near the endgame which was when I realized how incredibly short the main story is, then there's the side missions which really aren't that interesting to play as well as that they aren't worth the rewards. This really took the fun out of it for me. I got tired going through the same formula. So after I finished the game I uninstalled it. To me Fallout 3 is good but forgettable at best. I really don't think it's worth all the praise.… Expand
  43. Pardoow
    Oct 20, 2019
    10
    Top 5 games of all time hands down. The characters, quests and enemies are absolutely endless. There’s so much content, but it never feels like filler, just hundred of hours exploring and discovering every inch of what this game has to offer. Best.Game.Ever
  44. RememberMeWell
    Sep 30, 2019
    10
    My favorite game of all time. Gameplay, characters, and the world is so interesting. I lose track of time playing any fallout game, but more so in this one
  45. gamingconsumed
    Sep 19, 2019
    10
    This game is phenomenal. If you see it, pick it up immediately. No second thoughts, just do it. The VATS, to the attention of detail in the world, you could play for hours.
  46. ServoTheGreat
    Jul 20, 2019
    10
    Its like new vegas in the sense that it is in my top 5 Favorite Games of All Time but is not as great as fallout new vegas. Still a must play. Amazing game.
  47. brendo214
    May 21, 2019
    8
    The story was kind of meh, but there were plenty of outstanding side quests that made up for it.
  48. RafaelBarrera
    Feb 25, 2019
    10
    I spent near 200 hours of my life playing this. I started playing it after TES IV : Oblivion, and the similarity of controls made it easier to me just as the interactions with NPC's. It is a really good RPG: good quests and important decisions can affect in a severe way, good customization... I miss the old times in which bethesda made jewels like this... MUST-PLAY
  49. RealCritic93
    Dec 11, 2018
    0
    A bugged boring game just like most of bethesdas games. World is very bland with not much to do except run around and look at dead stuff and broken down buildings. Yay.
  50. weirdmagican21
    Nov 20, 2018
    9
    controls are really the only problem with this game that is my only complaint
  51. Cyklon
    Nov 17, 2018
    10
    Amazing. So immersive I lost approx 180hrs !! Nothing else needs to be said
  52. CenkAlp
    Oct 15, 2018
    8
    Hikaye = 7
    Oynanış = 7
    Grafikler = 6
    Sesler = 7
    Keyif = 9
    Atmosfer = 10
    Süre = 9
  53. BrettSiebenhaar
    Aug 10, 2018
    8
    This was my first time entering the Fallout universe. I was not disappointed. I really had no idea what I was getting into, but once I left the vault and saw the Capitol Wasteland for the first time, I was blown away. This adventure took me on an emotional rollercoaster and I loved every second of it.
  54. bguthrie116
    Aug 6, 2018
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I admittedly have not played very many RPG games, but I recently picked up Fallout New Vegas and I loved it! I was really excited to play Fallout 3, because I loved how I got to pick what team to be a part of. On my first New Vegas run, I sided with the Legion, and it was awesome. So when I played Fallout 3, I was very underwhelmed. Not because I was comparing it too harshly to New Vegas, but because I can't stand the Brotherhood. They are annoying and I just flat out don't like them. So seeing that is the only team you can join, I was very disappointed. BUT, the world is gorgeous. I absolutely felt immersed in the barren, dark and desolate world of Fallout 3, but that was all there was to offer. The locations were pretty bland, I did not care for its "dungeons" which were just halls of super mutants to kill. The quests were pretty boring, but admittedly I did not do as much exploring as I could have. I had a very hard time stocking up on things like bombs, bullets and caps, which I appreciated so that I didn't feel like a god in the wasteland. But overall, I was pretty unimpressed. I won't play it again, but I can understand why somebody else might enjoy it.… Expand
  55. SenanGaming
    Mar 7, 2018
    10
    Fallout 3 is an absolutely amazing game, and I'm still playing it in 2018. It has a style of gameplay that will never grow old for me, the fact that you can make every character different. One time I could play as a scientist and then the next time I could play as a scavenger. This formula is what keeps the game relevant today, the utter replay value. I also really like the way there areFallout 3 is an absolutely amazing game, and I'm still playing it in 2018. It has a style of gameplay that will never grow old for me, the fact that you can make every character different. One time I could play as a scientist and then the next time I could play as a scavenger. This formula is what keeps the game relevant today, the utter replay value. I also really like the way there are so many quests and each one has it's own spin on Post-Apocalyptic life in the wasteland. I would recommend that you would buy the GOTY Edition so you can continue your adventure through The Capital Wasteland and enjoy all the amazing DLCs.… Expand
  56. Charlybs
    Jan 22, 2018
    7
    Un Skyrim pero post-apocalíptico en la ciudad destruída de Washington D.C. Muchas misiones secundarias. Graficamente no sorprende. Mundo abierto muy grande, muchos objetos, muchas horas de contenido pero puede llegar a aburrir.
  57. YASIFAIZI
    Jan 20, 2018
    10
    Fallout 3 is a great apocalyptic game
    its not just empty its full of things to do, side activities, exploration many more
    you can also play it FPS or TPS
    great story and gamplay machinecs.
  58. Cpillow
    Nov 16, 2017
    9
    "Fallout 3" is quite simply one of the best games that I have ever played. Exploring the Capital Wasteland and historic landmarks in Washington D.C. is an absolute joy, and the characters you will run across in your journey are memorable. The quests presented are also unique and differ from destroying a whole town to having to stop super-heros from fighting in the town square. If there is"Fallout 3" is quite simply one of the best games that I have ever played. Exploring the Capital Wasteland and historic landmarks in Washington D.C. is an absolute joy, and the characters you will run across in your journey are memorable. The quests presented are also unique and differ from destroying a whole town to having to stop super-heros from fighting in the town square. If there is any downside to this game, it is that the graphics aren't quite what they used to be, and the sewer system can become very confusing and frustrating at times. With all of that being said, Fallout 3 is a game that I have been playing since 2011, and I have had multiple playthroughs. With each play-through, I have found something I appreciate more about the game then dislike about it.

    DLC: Fallout 3 the main game is great, but with five DLC packs as well, there is plenty of content that will keep you occupied. Point Lookout is my personal favorite, as the gloomy atmosphere, open exploration, and great climax are among Fallout 3's best moments. Operation Anchorage is a decent expansion with fun stealth elements, but is over relatively quickly. The Pitt offers some great moments, with some real moral dilemmas, and also great gladiatorial fighting. Broken Steel is noteworthy thanks to its raising of the level cap, and completing the Fallout story-line.

    These fist four expansions range anywhere from great to just good, but then there is the final expansion Mothership Zeta. This expansion is horrible for a number of reasons. For one, ending the whole Fallout 3 game with a terrible DLC is really not the way to go out. While there is an interesting premise here, and some genuinely cool moments with being out in outer-space, the game-play for the most part is terrible. There is no exploration available as you are restricted to just a single ship, the weapons the aliens provide are not that imaginative, and the difficulty is much too extreme. The final "boss" battle is incredibly weak also.    … Expand
  59. Epik_Ninnja
    Aug 12, 2017
    8
    This post-apocalyptic action-RPG offers engaging gameplay, a great leveling system, an awesome targeting system (VATS) and a branching story that changes depending on your choices. However, the actual shooting mechanics are poor even for 2008 (and being an RPG doesn't excuse poor mechanics). Also, the story is quite a lot shorter than I expected and side quests are less abundant than I'mThis post-apocalyptic action-RPG offers engaging gameplay, a great leveling system, an awesome targeting system (VATS) and a branching story that changes depending on your choices. However, the actual shooting mechanics are poor even for 2008 (and being an RPG doesn't excuse poor mechanics). Also, the story is quite a lot shorter than I expected and side quests are less abundant than I'm used to from Bethesda. It's still very much worth a playthrough in 2017 but don't expect the amount of content from Oblivion for example.… Expand
  60. JackTaylor23
    Jul 26, 2017
    8
    This is a great game but it does have its flaws. I love the Fallout series and as this being Bethesda's first attempt at the Fallout series they succeed with flying colors, even though the game is grey and green. Overall Fallout 3 gets an 8 out of 10 in my book and my Buy it Seal of Approval.
  61. Broyax
    Apr 13, 2017
    8
    Ce Fallout rebooté des limbes de la 2D et transfiguré par Bethesda est bien plus qu'un Oblivion avec des flingues (et heureusement d'ailleurs !) : il restitue avec brio l'univers baroque de la licence et l'implante dans une magnifique interface, intuitive et très maniable.

    Certes, les dialogues sont parfois creux et l'histoire ne casse pas toujours des briques (mais éclate souvent des    Ce Fallout rebooté des limbes de la 2D et transfiguré par Bethesda est bien plus qu'un Oblivion avec des flingues (et heureusement d'ailleurs !) : il restitue avec brio l'univers baroque de la licence et l'implante dans une magnifique interface, intuitive et très maniable.

    Certes, les dialogues sont parfois creux et l'histoire ne casse pas toujours des briques (mais éclate souvent des têtes au ralenti...) et la mise en scène est plutôt à la rue (malgré quelques bonnes idées) en raison de cette vue subjective permanente et l'animation des personnages fort médiocre.

    Pour autant, l'ambiance se révèle fabuleuse, le moteur 3D très performant et l'inédit combat au VATS ne fait pas regretter le vieux tour par tour. L'évolution du perso selon le fameux système SPECIAL (des vieux Fallout) et la durée de vie très longue grâce au côté très "bac à sable" du jeu en monde ouvert font de Fallout 3 le digne successeur de ses aînés et disons-le carrément, le renouveau de la franchise !    … Expand
  62. TheHumbleGamer
    Apr 6, 2017
    10
    Never doubt the addictiveness of Fallout 3.
    I did not play this game until last year (2016) for various reasons I won't put in this review. But suffice to say, from the moment I got out of vault 101 I was absolutely hooked, and for the next 129 hours I traversed, explored and experienced a world so bleak, with a story that's even bleaker, that it kept me thoroughly engaged in and effort    Never doubt the addictiveness of Fallout 3.
    I did not play this game until last year (2016) for various reasons I won't put in this review. But suffice to say, from the moment I got out of vault 101 I was absolutely hooked, and for the next 129 hours I traversed, explored and experienced a world so bleak, with a story that's even bleaker, that it kept me thoroughly engaged in and effort to help anyone I could by any means necessary.

    If you pick this game up and get at least a couple hours into it, I doubt you will will put it down.
    This IS the greatest open world RPG ever made.    … Expand
  63. BlakDak666
    Mar 23, 2017
    10
    Fallout 3 proves to be one of the best open world games of all time, and while it has many problems that can easily be argued that Fallout New Vegas does better, the world and content was just unmatched for me. After spending 300 hours doing all the main quests and side missions (base and all dlc included), I spent 300 more just going on my own and doing my make believe adventure andFallout 3 proves to be one of the best open world games of all time, and while it has many problems that can easily be argued that Fallout New Vegas does better, the world and content was just unmatched for me. After spending 300 hours doing all the main quests and side missions (base and all dlc included), I spent 300 more just going on my own and doing my make believe adventure and having such fun doing it. I truly felt that the game had the best way to bring out exploration and reward the player well. It holds a special place in my heart for just how fun a post-apocalyptic survival game could be even when the content would run dry.… Expand
  64. Barnes1987
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    This game seems like Oblivion with guns at the start, but you will soon realise that it is so much more. What an amazing game this is and if you pick up the GOTY edition then you will not be disappointed as it adds 5 full storyline DLC's to the already great game that is Fallout 3. A game that must be played.
  65. Serotam
    Nov 20, 2016
    8
    My perspective here may not seem the same as many others mainly because I had played this game for the first time several years ago and had gotten stuck within the first half hour or so and then ended up playing Fallout 4 on Xbox One soon after it was released for that console. My review here would be different if I had played this Fallout game (Xbox 360) for several hours and had madeMy perspective here may not seem the same as many others mainly because I had played this game for the first time several years ago and had gotten stuck within the first half hour or so and then ended up playing Fallout 4 on Xbox One soon after it was released for that console. My review here would be different if I had played this Fallout game (Xbox 360) for several hours and had made significant progress before playing Fallout 4 on Xbox One. Since I had played that for several hours and made significant progress before doing the same on Fallout 3 for (Xbox 360), I can't help but compare this to Fallout 4 on Xbox One which may make it easy for me to be overly critical here.

    The game play / controls for this game do seem a bit dated when comparing to Fallout 4 on Xbox One. For starters, you can't sprint unless your weapon is holstered. This is especially frustrating and impractical when you wish to get behind cover or simply run away from enemies while engaged in combat. You can't always successfully fight back while in the open especially when you're outnumbered or outgunned. Secondly, you can't aim down the sight of any weapons, (even rifles) which is especially important or needed when shooting from far away. Holding the left trigger will only zoom in on the target a little bit and this is not nearly as effective as using your sight unfortunately since your still looking at the same cursor. This brings me to my second point. The cursor will only light red while aiming at a target when your approximately thirty feet away. This is also frustrating and impractical considering enemies will more likely be able to attack your or shoot you several times before you can do any real damage to them. It also doesn't help that you weapon will not fire until the right trigger is held down practically all the way for most weapons. This is especially frustrating since it makes it that much easier to miss your target and, in a game where ammo can be scarce at times, this makes achieving progress in certain areas that much more challenging when ammo is required to successfully win in combat. What makes the game a little easier but still somewhat unrealistic is that the A.I. is not nearly as intelligent as those in Fallout 4 on Xbox One. Feral Ghouls are especially a good fit for this example as they will walk out from a room or area and attack you and then run back from where the came from. This should look silly to most games although they can at least breathe a sigh of release if there health or ammo happens to be low at that particular time. Also, the stealth bar on the top center of the screen is not nearly as helpful or innovative as the one in Fallout 4 on Xbox One. In that game, the brackets will move closer to the center of the word indicating how soon or likely an enemy will be alerted and the word will change to caution once they are alerted. Once the word changes to caution, the brackets will move closer to the center of the word indicating how likely they will actually spot you and that attack you soon after.

    The rest of the game play should mostly fit or seem fairly comparable to that of Fallout 4 on Xbox One. Your character still has a pip boy on his wrist to access his status including at least health points and radiation, skills, attributes, items including weapons, aid, miscellaneous or junk and also quests and both the local and world maps. The controls are somewhat similar in that you have access to the V.A.T.S. targeting system which involves which target to shoot at, where to shoot them and also how many times to shoot them and the ability to switch targets as well. Targeting specific body parts is especially helpful should you wish to wound them but not kill them. The story is pretty similar in that your involved in an open world role playing game but this time, you're in Washington D.C. instead of Boston. What's also different is that you're looking for your Dad and ultimately the truth as to why he intentionally disappeared instead of looking for your son who was captured. Both of these instances occur fairly early in the game's story-line and gives you motive to not only survive, but also seek answers from those you encounter around the capital wasteland or areas within.

    Game play / controls aside, the sound in this game should meet a gamer's standard expectations or possibly even exceed their expectations. The sound of the game could get mixed reviews. Although most of the weapons and enemies sound realistic, your character has no voice in this game. This is not necessarily a huge let down but misses out on some added realism offered in Fallout 4 on Xbox One.

    This game is worth your while whether you're experienced for this genre or not but it may seem underachieving when comparing to the much newer Fallout 4 on Xbox One. The stories are somewhat similar. The game play may be far different in some ways although this should't detract from how enjoyable it is in it's own right regardless.    … Expand
  66. BrennanMP
    Sep 30, 2016
    8
    Shotguns. One of the types of guns there are, but there aren't much shotguns at all. In fact, including the other DLC's there are only three types of shotguns it seems. I'm just going to hope that there will be more shotguns, or at least more things to do to help modify it to my liking.
  67. Sarticus1516
    Jun 7, 2016
    10
    When this game came out, it was better than sex. Seriously, I played through this game literally 9 times and only cheated once so that I could get the Experimental MIRV early in the game for... an experiment. This game was like sex, except I had it.
  68. rickymed00
    Jan 15, 2016
    10
    Play this game in 2016, and what i have been missing. An awesome game and with the dlc´s a long and very good one.

    Everything you can want in an action/adventure/fps game
  69. InkstaindWretch
    Jan 6, 2016
    9
    About a decade after it was released, Fallout 3 is still one of the most fun, immersive video games ever produced -- a terrific blend of role-playing games, open world adventures and first-person shooters in a beautifully-realized post-apocalyptic setting. It is easy to get the hang of and incredibly addicting once you do.

    There's a pretty compelling main storyline but as in the best    About a decade after it was released, Fallout 3 is still one of the most fun, immersive video games ever produced -- a terrific blend of role-playing games, open world adventures and first-person shooters in a beautifully-realized post-apocalyptic setting. It is easy to get the hang of and incredibly addicting once you do.

    There's a pretty compelling main storyline but as in the best open world games, you can also just explore and generally dick around without incurring any penalty if you'd rather do that. The gameplay mechanics, especially the "VATS" combat system, are fun and the writing and voice acting are solid. There's all manner of amusing, eccentric characters to meet and several fearsome badguys to fight. You gotta love that wacky, old-time music on the radio too.

    The Washington, DC setting is a great part of it. It allows for some truly stunning visuals as you explore the national mall and this apparently sparked some really clever writing in the storylines as well.

    As a resident of the D.C. metro area, I have a particular love for it. Holding off hordes of badguys is especially fun when you realize you are literally standing in your own backyard. Including a cool DLC adventure set in what was obviously inspired by Maryland's eastern shore, where I used to live, is just the icing on the cake.

    There are some downsides. The graphics are still good but the animation sometimes shows its age and odd glitches happen periodically. While the game's DC wasteland is appropriately stark and eerie for a post-apocalyptic world, the fact that pretty much everywhere in the game uses the same desaturated grey-green color palette does wear on you after a while. And while the game starts off pretty challenging, it gets progressively easier as your character levels up and develops a fearsome arsenal of weapons and high-tech armor, ultimately draining some of the fun.

    Still, this is an essential part of any gamer's library.    … Expand
  70. cobaltskky
    Nov 28, 2015
    2
    Blah. Slow movement. Clunky interface. Feels like a game out of the past. I couldn't handle how slow it moved - the story, the action, the movement. It's simply a plodding hulk of a game, like most Bethesda games. Could not recommend, even if you have hundreds of hours on your hand, they would be better spent playing several different video games than this single bloated fat man of a game.
  71. Troublewalking
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    If you buy Fallout 4 for XB1 after 10 days you get a code to redeem this game for free, as part of the backwards compatible 360 games for XB1.

    I love Fallout 4 for XB1, but getting Fallout 3 for free 10 days later just puts it over the top. Just more Bethsaida open world, rpg, post apocalyptic game to love. If you love these types of games you will love Fallout. A perfect series to    If you buy Fallout 4 for XB1 after 10 days you get a code to redeem this game for free, as part of the backwards compatible 360 games for XB1.

    I love Fallout 4 for XB1, but getting Fallout 3 for free 10 days later just puts it over the top.

    Just more Bethsaida open world, rpg, post apocalyptic game to love. If you love these types of games you will love Fallout. A perfect series to keep you busy as you wait for the next Elder Scrolls installment for XbI.    … Expand
  72. Ser_Olly
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    While Fallout 3 was a fun game and a nice "Elder Scrolls" approach to the Fallout series, I still felt like I was playing "The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion with Guns." Don't get me wrong, "Oblivion with Guns" is a fantastic concept, but much of the game's mechanics are derived from a game I already played in 2005 (Oblivion), so to say Fallout 3 was innovating the industry would be ignoringWhile Fallout 3 was a fun game and a nice "Elder Scrolls" approach to the Fallout series, I still felt like I was playing "The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion with Guns." Don't get me wrong, "Oblivion with Guns" is a fantastic concept, but much of the game's mechanics are derived from a game I already played in 2005 (Oblivion), so to say Fallout 3 was innovating the industry would be ignoring history. Many of my friends who believed Fallout 3 was a revolution never played Oblivion. Many of my friends who believed Skyrim was a revolution never played Oblivion. The Fallout 3 experience was not a ground-breaking one for me. Was it fun? Of course. Was it ground-breaking? Not at all.… Expand
  73. andree1991
    Nov 10, 2015
    7
    When i played fallout 3 i could only think of 3 things, gray, depressing, and tons of content. It's gonna last you hundreds of hours but some people may be put off by the looks and feel at the beginning. If you're willing to dig deep enough, you will find an awesome game
  74. Mrgrimreaper
    Nov 5, 2015
    9
    Sure, the graphics maybe outdated, but Fallout 3 makes up for the best gaming experience still till this day.

    On the side note, please get Fallout 3: Game of Year edition for hours of your post-apocalyptic journey of the Capital Wasteland. Where do I start with this game? Fallout's combat system is really solid, if you're familiar with Oblivion imagine you can pause the fight, and    Sure, the graphics maybe outdated, but Fallout 3 makes up for the best gaming experience still till this day.

    On the side note, please get Fallout 3: Game of Year edition for hours of your post-apocalyptic journey of the Capital Wasteland. Where do I start with this game? Fallout's combat system is really solid, if you're familiar with Oblivion imagine you can pause the fight, and pin-point attacks by using this unique mechanic called, "V.A.T.S."

    I would gladly summarize the game's story, but luckily, I'm not that type of person. Please check Fallout 3. I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  75. Hemp316
    Sep 7, 2015
    10
    Fallout 3 is An odyssey into A nightmarish reality in which Mankind's worst fear has been realized-Nuclear annihilation.This reality is set into the future,but with A 1950's motif where America fights A continued World War 2 ultimately against the Chinese.The American transition to Nuclear power puts A stranglehold on the Chinese as they grow ever desperate for Oil to fuel theirFallout 3 is An odyssey into A nightmarish reality in which Mankind's worst fear has been realized-Nuclear annihilation.This reality is set into the future,but with A 1950's motif where America fights A continued World War 2 ultimately against the Chinese.The American transition to Nuclear power puts A stranglehold on the Chinese as they grow ever desperate for Oil to fuel their Civilization and military campaign eventually invading Alaska and getting repelled back.After A small time of continuous peace the Chinese start World War 3.Those lucky enough to make it to Nuclear safe enclosure called 'Vaults' stay safe for several generations as the rest die whether from the initial blasts or radiation poisoning that was to come.200 Years later,you assume A role of A Son of An important Scientist in Vault 101 in what is now known as the Capital Wasteland.The game is essentially in first person,but thanks to V.A.T.S. (Vaulttec Assisted Targeting System) you can zoom in and depend on your weapon and skills of said weapon you can predict A particular shot with stunning effects.Your P.I.P. Boy is your ultimate guide and reference to everything in the world including yourself.The main quest is looking for your disappeared Father,however you will discover all kinds of side quests that will divert you for hours and hours on end.There is so much to d and explore it literally feels like you're actually experiencing all this for yourself.You meet new Allies,enemies and gain abilities to survive in A unforgiving world and you will shape the future of this land like any that has come before you or since.Can you survive the Wasteland Vault Dweller?We'll see.… Expand
  76. AetherFinn
    Aug 8, 2015
    10
    The best game we can have the best experience in the open worlds games awesome guns the pipboy everything its good i wait fallout 4 with the best hopes 10!
  77. Ry4nW2014
    Jul 21, 2015
    10
    I love this game I have put 40 hours into it without the DLC it so much fun I been staying up late just to play it. It's a must buy if you love fallout and if you are new to the fallout series.
  78. nono5551212
    Jun 27, 2015
    2
    I know this is an old game but boy was it terrible. Go here do this... go here get that... I hate fetch quests and this game seems like one big fetch quest... I bet the story is horrible... I gave up...
  79. Termin8ter
    May 27, 2015
    9
    Once again Bethesda the masterpiece maker has once again made another masterpiece: Fallout 3. This is the ultimate post-apocalyptic game, it's scary, intense and a lot like Mad Max. The only flaw I noticed was it's annoying difficulty, it got pretty hard sometimes. I really love how Fallout 3 is super realistic, I felt like an actual survivor in an apocalypse, scavenging items for yourOnce again Bethesda the masterpiece maker has once again made another masterpiece: Fallout 3. This is the ultimate post-apocalyptic game, it's scary, intense and a lot like Mad Max. The only flaw I noticed was it's annoying difficulty, it got pretty hard sometimes. I really love how Fallout 3 is super realistic, I felt like an actual survivor in an apocalypse, scavenging items for your survival. You will need weaponry, food, aid kits and plenty more things to survive in the unforgiving radioactive wasteland. Buy this game.… Expand
  80. Lagamedog
    Mar 3, 2015
    10
    This game is my favorite game ever. I liked how you could explore the open world and do any thing you wanted to do. Every year I try to play this game so I don't forget the game. Each time I play I try to do things that I have not yet done in the game. Overall one of the best games I have played.
  81. jcarl663
    Feb 14, 2015
    10
    I'm not one of those guys who just throws around 10's. As someone who has gotten the full 100% on this game, I can say that it truly is one of the best games ever made. Fallout 1 and 2 had the old isometric, top down rpg style. These games were great, amazing even, but they weren't like this. This game defined what a western rpg can really be. From the depressing to the utterly hilarious,I'm not one of those guys who just throws around 10's. As someone who has gotten the full 100% on this game, I can say that it truly is one of the best games ever made. Fallout 1 and 2 had the old isometric, top down rpg style. These games were great, amazing even, but they weren't like this. This game defined what a western rpg can really be. From the depressing to the utterly hilarious, to the incredibly rewarding feeling of leveling yourself up from a nobody to a walking wall of death, everything about this game is just done perfectly.… Expand
  82. Dionysus777
    Feb 5, 2015
    8
    Fallout 3 How i adore thee still a great game even with all your technical problems. My question to you is. Will bethesda ever hire great programers? Caz they know how to make great rpgs. Or maybe they could atleast keep them in development until somebody play tests them? I know i know they're complicated games well so is my brain.
  83. ConnKon
    Jan 24, 2015
    8
    It's a huge openworld RPG with an amazingly crafted atmosphere and setting with a good storyline along with it. It took me about 6 hours before I really got into it and started enjoying it though, it's not just a game you pick up.
    The best things about this game for me were the characters and all the ways you could interact with them, the fantastic post-apocalyptic setting with 50s/60s    It's a huge openworld RPG with an amazingly crafted atmosphere and setting with a good storyline along with it. It took me about 6 hours before I really got into it and started enjoying it though, it's not just a game you pick up.
    The best things about this game for me were the characters and all the ways you could interact with them, the fantastic post-apocalyptic setting with 50s/60s (Bioshock-esque) themes and the huge world with so much to explore.
    The combat mechanics were satisfying and so was equipping yourself with cool new gear. The story kept me intrigued and certainly had it's moments (especially if you influenced them), but the ending wasn't too grand in my mind.
    Technically it's a good looking game but it does suffer from quite a few issues. Slight screentearing and random glitches do plague this game, but it's no game-braker. The original score didn't impress me either though the old school music made up for it in a way. One thing that did annoy me throughout the game is the LARGE focus on looting/grinding. It felt like I spent half my time 'playing' this game sorting my inventory and buying/selling stuff. Getting a companion in the game helps a lot carrying stuff so get one ASAP.
    Also I felt like there was just too much content in the game. If you're a huge openworld RPG fan and like to drop hundreds of hours in a game, you can with Fallout 3. But for someone that just wants to play an awesome game and then move on to the next they could've streamlined Fallout 3 a lot in my mind.
    Conclusion: If you like these kind of games and have some time to spare, certainly pick it up. To compare: it's better than Bioshock but not as good as Half-Life 2 in my opinion. 8.4/10    … Expand
  84. johnbobs1
    Jan 16, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I playing Oblivion and Skyrim and falling in unashamedly falling in love with them both, I heard about their Bethesda sibling, Fallout 3. It was allegedly a game with a big reputation, and being made by Bethesda, I knew I would one day have to buy it, despite not being particularly partial to shooting / action games.
    Fallout 3 is of course far from being an all out blaster, and involves plenty of exploration and variation in its quests. The game backgrounds are also a feast to look at; majestic, atmospheric and brilliantly drawn.
    However, despite all of this I was still ever-so-slightly let down by the game. I just couldn't quite get into it in the same way as I had with the Elder Scrolls series. While not entirely dis-similar to those games, Fallout 3 feels like the slightly inferior distant cousin that you never quite got on with (?!).
    Graphic backdrops may be superb, but foreground objects that litter the game, such as shopping trolleys, rubble, boxes etc etc are often poorly drawn and blocky. Character animations could also have been better. Quests are a little repetitive and and the fighting sequences are often frustrating and not particularly imaginative, despite the addition of a specialized slo-mo style combat system.
    Overall, I found myself pleasantly occupied for quite a few days by this more than competent game, but I was never particularly immersed in it. I have since put in down and found myself with little urge to pick up where I left off.
    A decent but thoroughly over-rated game. Buy Skyrim instead!    … Expand
  85. MrCommonSense
    Jan 8, 2015
    9
    Though it's graphics are now long outdated this game is still one of my favorite games of all time. The ambiance is chilling and every aspect of this game blends together flawlessly. The story is a bit short but is is deep and supplemented with many fun side quests and cool characters. The music, enemies and creatures and npc characters are all uniquely fallout and will be hard wired intoThough it's graphics are now long outdated this game is still one of my favorite games of all time. The ambiance is chilling and every aspect of this game blends together flawlessly. The story is a bit short but is is deep and supplemented with many fun side quests and cool characters. The music, enemies and creatures and npc characters are all uniquely fallout and will be hard wired into my brain for the rest of my life. The only reason i'm not giving this gem a perfect score is because it's color shading is a bit off and it makes everything look kinda greenish and there are a few minor glitches. Do yourself a favor and go buy the GOTYE of this game now.… Expand
  86. Luffy_toons
    Dec 11, 2014
    10
    It's the best game I've ever played, I will spoil nothing, no matter who you are, or what type of games you like, it is worth getting, just get game of the year edition if you do,
  87. Calebd2
    Dec 9, 2014
    10
    This is as about flawless as a game can get. Sure there are some glitches here and there, but the sheer scope of this game is unmatched. The hours are limitless that you can spend on this and still find something new. Easily one of the top games of all time.
  88. jordans-revenge
    Nov 15, 2014
    9
    Quick Review:
    Atmosphere: 9/10
    Game play mechanics: 7/10 Replay value: Moderate Overall Review: Fawkes good I'm going to start by saying I. Adore. This. Game. That being said, let me start. There are a few things that make this game a 9/10 for me. The thing that truly sells Fallout 3 for me is its beautiful atmosphere. I remember when I first walked into the crumbling and rotting    Quick Review:
    Atmosphere: 9/10
    Game play mechanics: 7/10
    Replay value: Moderate
    Overall Review: Fawkes good

    I'm going to start by saying I. Adore. This. Game. That being said, let me start. There are a few things that make this game a 9/10 for me. The thing that truly sells Fallout 3 for me is its beautiful atmosphere. I remember when I first walked into the crumbling and rotting ruins of DC, and it blew my f'ing mind. I cannot have more praise for the landscape of the game, I think I spent more time just wandering around than I did anything else. Another great thing about the game is that it will keep you busy. With 59 quests (main, side and repeatable) in the main game, and with the DLC adding 35 more, you'll get you money worth from this game. I did all of them, and loved every second of it. No game is perfect though. The skill system can make the game slightly difficult at first, and fairly easy once you've reached the level cap. To me, though, this wasn't an issue. It just made the game seem a little more realistic. There's no true iron sights (you cannot look down the barrel of the gun), so if something like that really bothers you, sorry. There is a targeting system in place, making aiming slightly easier, though it momentarily pauses in game action and has been known to glitch. Speaking of which there are, of course, glitches (some of which cause you to turn your system off and back on again). The game freezes occasionally, so save often. Along with that, there's little character development with side characters. In a game like this, it didn't bother me, but knowing more would have been nice. Overall, I adore this game, and highly recommend it to anyone who's an RPG veteran or just wanting to try out the genre.    … Expand
  89. rebeccaandisaac
    Nov 7, 2014
    2
    This game is the most overrated of all time. This game is awful. It is an empty mess with no direction. The first 20 minutes of the game are playable, but the rest is just a bore and a mess.
    The game is empty. There is nothing in it. Like Skyrim, the story is boring and driven by doing mindless story tasks for some random NPC that you talk to.
    Press A a bunch of times, scroll through the    This game is the most overrated of all time. This game is awful. It is an empty mess with no direction. The first 20 minutes of the game are playable, but the rest is just a bore and a mess.
    The game is empty. There is nothing in it. Like Skyrim, the story is boring and driven by doing mindless story tasks for some random NPC that you talk to.
    Press A a bunch of times, scroll through the boring text, find out you have to talk to some other dude, walk halfway across a completely empty, completely thoughtless, completely boring map to find some other random NPC so you can unlock a silly story mission so you can talk to some more boring people.
    It is a very dull game. It gets huge praise because of its silly illusion that you are a survivor in this giant open world. But the open world is empty! There is nothing to do in it. Boring task, that's all that's in it. Boring tasks that detract from the game feel, detract from the characters and even the story!
    And the gameplay is nothing short of a insult to what the game is. Take a terrible game, make it a first person shooter and that's how you complete the turd trifecta.
    I can see why people would find this game "interesting" but a First Person Shooter with no charm and no innovative features that make it feel worth playing, in an empty world, boring NPCs and even dull graphics doesn't sound like a good time to me.
    Game of the Decade? Please. Sit down turn on this that you love so much and run around with a gun in a that empty world and accept that one boring task from that ugly NPC that you skipped because you thought it was boring and then tell me its a good game.
    This is not what a good game is.    … Expand
  90. thenoobsrevenge
    Nov 1, 2014
    10
    Fallout3 is my favourite video game of all-time. It is an amazing experience with an awesome DLC and great character voice over. Sure there might be a few graphical errors, but the gameplay definitely makes up for it. A ten out of ten score from me. No question about it.
  91. Rem
    Oct 15, 2014
    8
    Stepping out of the Vault, players undertake a breathtaking journey through the Wasteland in Bethesda's rendition of the Fallout series. One thing that Bethesda always promotes with each of their games is the growing amount of freedom to play the game how you want. Go anywhere, befriend or kill anyone, ignore the main quest altogether it's up to you. Along the way you soak in the stunningStepping out of the Vault, players undertake a breathtaking journey through the Wasteland in Bethesda's rendition of the Fallout series. One thing that Bethesda always promotes with each of their games is the growing amount of freedom to play the game how you want. Go anywhere, befriend or kill anyone, ignore the main quest altogether it's up to you. Along the way you soak in the stunning view of a decimated Washington D.C., but look too closely and you'll see that the textures are rough and pop-ins are frequent. Many complain about technical problems ruining their games like corrupted files and freezing, but none of those were present for me. Instead I only got clipping, pop-ins, and excruciatingly long load times, nothing good but they're not as bad as people say.… Expand
  92. FalloutAddict56
    Sep 25, 2014
    10
    This game is the best role-playing game ever, in my opinion. This game has the perfect blend of story, gameplay, atmosphere, weapons, characters, etc., and it also is a huge landmark for Bethesda, because the company was hardly even noticed until this came out, and helped with some of their biggest games like Skyrim. I do hope that their next Fallout will be will take a lot of hints fromThis game is the best role-playing game ever, in my opinion. This game has the perfect blend of story, gameplay, atmosphere, weapons, characters, etc., and it also is a huge landmark for Bethesda, because the company was hardly even noticed until this came out, and helped with some of their biggest games like Skyrim. I do hope that their next Fallout will be will take a lot of hints from 3, and even a few from New Vegas, if the do then I think that Fallout 4 will be the best role-playing game to date, and this, should obviously help.… Expand
  93. LongSlayer
    Aug 6, 2014
    10
    Fallout 3 is an unforgettable experience. The setting of Fallout 3 is very unique, I haven't seen anything like it at all; it's a post-apocalyptic world set in Washington D.C. and other parts of the east. It does a very good job with the environment such as abandoned buildings, towns, and national monuments. There is so much to explore, and it's exciting to discover new places to scavengeFallout 3 is an unforgettable experience. The setting of Fallout 3 is very unique, I haven't seen anything like it at all; it's a post-apocalyptic world set in Washington D.C. and other parts of the east. It does a very good job with the environment such as abandoned buildings, towns, and national monuments. There is so much to explore, and it's exciting to discover new places to scavenge weapons, armour, and necessities that are needed to survival. The missions are fun and exciting and the characters you meet along the way are great in their own way. The combat system works great, and I haven't seen it in another game. The leveling system is great also with many skills to increase and perks to choose rom to make your character more powerful. Fallout 3 is an amazing adventure, and it's a must play.… Expand
  94. LostNexusGamer
    Jul 26, 2014
    8
    This game's big, and it will last you a long time in playability. For me though it felt like Oblivion in a lot of ways. Gameplay, graphics, and the leveling system in general feel like Oblivion. Yes, Fallout 3 is set in a wasteland, but I was disappointed because both games don't seem to far apart. The game runs the successful formula, but for me it offered nothing new and not a lot of innovation.
  95. Rollie
    Jul 20, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nothing says I love you than placing a grenade in someone's back pocket and watching them explode.

    Fallout 3 is by far THE BEST game I have played, one of my personal favourites that I have played and completed a numerous amount of times!

    You start off as a baby down in vault 101, sadly your mother dies not long after she gives birth to you. (All aboard the feels trip). James (Your father) leaves the vault when you grow up. The immediate thought is "what a complete **** but he leaves for the right reasons, so your job is to escape the vault yourself and go looking for your dad!

    Sounds simple enough? Nope... When you leave the vault you see yourself surrounded by a complete wasteland which stinks to high heavens of radiation in most parts, due to the "nuclear apocalypse".

    Fallout 3 takes place in the year 2277, it's a post apocalyptic sci-fi action role-playing open world game. It has multiple DLC's too, like that doesn't sound good enough right?

    Even though it's in the future, it still seems like an early 1950's era.

    There is so much to do in this game, from pickpocketing people, breaking into people homes stealing their supply of food or you can be a good person and leave their stuff alone, either way, it will effect your karma.

    Karma plays a huge roll in this game, if you steal from somebody, break into their apartment, lock-pick safes that you're not supposed to, you will get bad Karma from doing so. However... If you're being a little **** on the game there is always ways to get your karma towards the good side! This does not mean pleasuring a homeless man for a bottle of water... It certainly doesn't mean that at all...

    The life you pursue in the game has its advantages and disadvantages. Be careful what you do and how you do it, killing someone for their clothes is an acceptable excuse.

    If you haven't played it, get to it! You're missing out on such a huge fantastic game Bethesda has to offer!

    10/10. (Think I might go and play some of it now!)    … Expand
  96. RobertoSolo
    Jul 2, 2014
    10
    I'll start by saying that if you liked Elder Scrolls Oblivion and Skyrim, Then you might like this as it was created by the same company. Anyway the game is an open world game based in a wasteland. The first time you see the massive area that you get to explore you will be shocked. With a good story and plenty of side quests, You will spend a load of time on this game. No matter whichI'll start by saying that if you liked Elder Scrolls Oblivion and Skyrim, Then you might like this as it was created by the same company. Anyway the game is an open world game based in a wasteland. The first time you see the massive area that you get to explore you will be shocked. With a good story and plenty of side quests, You will spend a load of time on this game. No matter which direction you decide to go, You will find something, It could be a destroyed building, a house, a sewer, etc. With plenty of perks to choose from once you level up and all kinds of enemy's to kill. Random events occur which could be simple like someone trying to rob you or give you a quest. Loads of weapons to use, Ranging from a pistol to plasma laser. Overall this game is one of the best games i have played. I have played since it was first released and went back to it plenty of times. This is my favourite game of all time.… Expand
  97. Chowda
    Jun 23, 2014
    10
    I have been playing indies and old school games for a while and decided to go back to Fallout 3.....I finally realize how great this game is. Music, atmosphere, weapons, armour, NPCs....a blend of perfection.
  98. BrettT
    Jun 8, 2014
    10
    Fallout 3 is one of the greatest open world RPGs on the Xbox 360. With a vast, explore-able, post-apocalyptic Washington D.C., and a handful of memorable moments for you to uncover yourself, Fallout 3 is a must own. The DLCs are for the most part worth it, the game does not hold your hand through every section, and you can play it and enjoy what it offers without even doing a single story quest.
  99. KovacsBowman
    Jun 7, 2014
    9
    *..a sublime game, rich and deep.*

    Fallout 3 remains one of my favourite games of all time, set in a post apocalyptic world you are the would be hero or murderer of hundreds of people and creatures. This is a free-roam game where you decide where to go and what missions to complete. And is in my opinion the finest example yet made. To say this game is big would be an understatement!    *..a sublime game, rich and deep.*

    Fallout 3 remains one of my favourite games of all time, set in a post apocalyptic world you are the would be hero or murderer of hundreds of people and creatures. This is a free-roam game where you decide where to go and what missions to complete. And is in my opinion the finest example yet made.

    To say this game is big would be an understatement! The world spans a huge wasteland with further expansions available through purchase.

    In some ways this is like Oblivion, in the sense you build up your character and take your own chosen path. But this is where the similarity ends. Whereas it takes a huge amount of time an energy to expand a character in Oblivion and to progress, Fallout is much more arcade style - quick and dirty!

    With this in mind, it is a shame that Fallout 3 starts off so slow. Leaving you with that ebbing feeling of slow, painful gameplay. Far from it, turns out the first 20 minutes of the game is all about creating your character from birth to the current state, picking skills, traits and the start of your evil, good or don't give a dam path.

    Once through the section the world is your oyster, pick a path and try your luck!! When it comes to missions and locations, they are almost endless. There are a huge amount of side missions with lots of "easter egg" type outcomes or locations, so many i'm not sure if I have ever found everything there is to do.

    The weapons array is vast, from fists, to clubs, to WOMD's! (If you can find them) The only limit you have is a weight limit on your character which can be expanded or extra items stashed away in a safe house or hidden caches.

    If you have always thought RPG's are slow, dice rolling type games. Think again, Fallout 3 delivers on all fronts and will keep you coming back again and again for months, if not years. Pick this game up in a bargain bin or cheap online and you will not regret your choice.

    On a side note, the music in Fallout 3 is eccentric but will have you humming the tunes and tapping your toes like a good time gal of the 40's in no time...
    As other have said, a masterpiece of goodness.    … Expand
  100. BetterOffDead_
    May 28, 2014
    10
    I remember playing this game back in 2010, and feel in love with it. The story is unique in its own way from the realism of this game is what is a stand out. combat is well done, each choice you make in this game combat wise can affect the story. your an individual in the wasteland and your free to do whatever you want, this game doesn't have limits which is what people love about it.I remember playing this game back in 2010, and feel in love with it. The story is unique in its own way from the realism of this game is what is a stand out. combat is well done, each choice you make in this game combat wise can affect the story. your an individual in the wasteland and your free to do whatever you want, this game doesn't have limits which is what people love about it. This game is well put together, you definitely get your money's worth with there's so much to do, there's 3 add ones you can buy. At times can be glitchy with the map being so big, apart from that this game is perfect. One of my favorite games of all time. Definitely recommend getting. if you enjoyed this look into getting fallout new vagas!… Expand
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#3 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#3 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2008
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#2 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2008

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Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 84 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 83 out of 84
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 84
  3. Negative: 0 out of 84
  1. GamingExcellence
    95
    Fallout 3 is an experience in itself, and while it may not offer as much replay value as Oblivion, it’s so much more then an “Oblivion with guns”.
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  2. Kikizo
    90
    From the hollow wind blowing down through subway tunnels, to the radioactive dust clouds swirling throughout the wasteland, up to the buzzards circling the encampment where the bodies of 30 slave traders lie; Fallout 3 is as much a game as it is a training sim for the coming apocalypse.
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  3. GameSpot
    90
    In fact, Fallout 3 is leaner and meaner than Bethesda's previous efforts, less expansive but more intense, while still offering immense replay value and quite a few thrills along the way.
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