Fallout 76

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3.3

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 1839 Ratings

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  1. golfmanmatt
    Nov 22, 2018
    10
    Loving this game. So nice to explore another beautiful Bethesda world

    It’s got bugs, so has RedDead Redemption 2
  2. TelPrydain
    Nov 19, 2018
    10
    Bit of a shame that folk are jumping on a hate driven bandwagon, since the game is a lot of fun. The Roanoke-style mystery at the core of the game is interesting, the base building from FO4 has a lot more context now people can visit them and the different areas all have their own interesting stuff going on.
    Thankfully fans don't seem to need a metacritic score to validate their enjoyment.
  3. Erithacula
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    Fallout 76 is the best (and most addictive) game I've played in the last 5 years (and my current gamerscore is at 128000, so I've played a few other games in those years). It takes most things I've loved about the Fallout franchise and gives the player a new and interesting part of the wasteland to explore, which by the way is four times as large as the environment of Fallout4.

    Playing    Fallout 76 is the best (and most addictive) game I've played in the last 5 years (and my current gamerscore is at 128000, so I've played a few other games in those years). It takes most things I've loved about the Fallout franchise and gives the player a new and interesting part of the wasteland to explore, which by the way is four times as large as the environment of Fallout4.

    Playing with friends is purely optional, but makes the game even better in my opinion. I'm already looking forward to future DLC and hope to spend a lot of time exploring and conquering this amazing game with my friends.    … Expand
  4. Explicable
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    People need to stop giving an unfairly bad review because they have issues with minor things.

    The game has bugs, they had a weird server issue at launch, and yea its the same engine and graphics as fallout 4. But, it has lots of content, missions, PVP and PVE, a huge world to explore and tons of fun to be had with friends. I've had a blast so far, don't let anti-hype get in your way    People need to stop giving an unfairly bad review because they have issues with minor things.

    The game has bugs, they had a weird server issue at launch, and yea its the same engine and graphics as fallout 4.

    But, it has lots of content, missions, PVP and PVE, a huge world to explore and tons of fun to be had with friends. I've had a blast so far, don't let anti-hype get in your way of enjoying a fun game.    … Expand
  5. Ninken87
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    This is genuinely my favorite fallout game in some time. It's different, but in a good way. There's still lots to discover, lots to build, lots to learn and find, lots to shoot. Only real drawback is the 400 lb stash limit, which even that is workable if you can shelve your inner hoarder and sell off some that junk you don't REALLY need to save for later. I don't miss the human NPCs youThis is genuinely my favorite fallout game in some time. It's different, but in a good way. There's still lots to discover, lots to build, lots to learn and find, lots to shoot. Only real drawback is the 400 lb stash limit, which even that is workable if you can shelve your inner hoarder and sell off some that junk you don't REALLY need to save for later. I don't miss the human NPCs you still get to learn all about the ones that WERE alive in the area. Sure there's some bugs, but none that have made the game unbearable or even annoying to play for me. If you like crafting, if you like survival, if you like adventure, if you like strategically hauling loot to your base or a shop, if you don't mind the idea of encountering evidence that other human beings exist in a geographic area the size of state...I'd recommend this game.… Expand
  6. Justinrjs
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    This game is a lot of fun. It keeps the same atmosphere as the other fallout games and has a wide arrangment of new and eerie places to explore. I've met people online to play with, that I now play with regularly, and that's actually really nice. After all, one of Fallout 76's biggest boasts to date has been the concept of "doing it together" - the idea of having the game bring playersThis game is a lot of fun. It keeps the same atmosphere as the other fallout games and has a wide arrangment of new and eerie places to explore. I've met people online to play with, that I now play with regularly, and that's actually really nice. After all, one of Fallout 76's biggest boasts to date has been the concept of "doing it together" - the idea of having the game bring players together in a group to explore: which, for me, it certainly has done.

    To be honest, if you're reading this with the actual hope of getting a fair opinion on the game, I'm not sure why so many people are upset with it at its launch (which is when I'm writing this). It's not a perfect game but it definitely doesn't deserve to be bombarded with 0s by folks who haven't, and who refuse to, play the game for themselves - which is why I'm giving it a 10. Why is it that a game made to bring players together, with seemingly good intentions, possesses so many people to act so negatively? As though to try and tear the community down before it even has a chance to walk.

    I understand people wish it were a single player game and I'm pretty sure Bethesda has said that they'll continue to make single player games after Fallout 76. This game tries something different which, respectfully, is quite a brave thing to do.

    Now, if you can't get by the idea of something which takes the road less traveled by then so be it; this game isn't for you and that's okay - but if you're welcome to new ideas and like the prospect of joining a community of players who are as well then Fallout 76 offers a unique opportunity: to emerge form the vault together.

    Hope to see you in the wasteland!    … Expand
  7. TrigunNinja
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Actual player, this game is great. It has the same fundamentals as previous Fallouts but with the added bonus of being able to play with friends.
    Other note: This game is not a money grab!!! There are ways to earn Atoms by completing challenges which will allow you to own all the cosmetic extras. As i have almost all of them by doing the challenges (daily, weekly, character, and one other    Actual player, this game is great. It has the same fundamentals as previous Fallouts but with the added bonus of being able to play with friends.
    Other note: This game is not a money grab!!! There are ways to earn Atoms by completing challenges which will allow you to own all the cosmetic extras. As i have almost all of them by doing the challenges (daily, weekly, character, and one other that i cant think of).

    Now for the people that put 0... buy the game and play it before submitting a review. People want the truth about the game not some story from someone who has never played.

    I also blame Meta for allowing users to submit the review without reviewing the review first.    … Expand
  8. Dedado3000
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    Le pongo un 10 por los memes, pero el juego me parece una broma mala y como necesito 76 caracteres para publicar solo diré que bethesda son unos ladrones
  9. Blitzkrieg40
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing. A blast with friends, and I can say with certainty that is is one of if not the best fallout game I have ever played.
  10. Todd_Howard
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Awesome game. Love the exploration. Love the storytelling. Love the character building. Love the world. Looking forward to playing this until Starfield or TES V comes out.
  11. Hinryl
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    it's a good game, really, just try to understand the lore et play in group ( if possible ) this game is better than Fallout 4 but you're just raging , all !
  12. AndreyTimukin
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    Probably GOTY of 2018, Witcher 3 from a world of CO-OP games and definitely must have of this year!!!
  13. zapital47
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    This game isn't perfect but it is a blast to play. There are many bugs but this is a Bethesda game so sadly that is to be expected. I've played probably 15 hours including beta time and it has been one of the best game experiences I've ever had. Ignore the zero reviews, it's just entitled brats that are mad its not New Vegas 2. I will say playing with a group is way more enjoyableThis game isn't perfect but it is a blast to play. There are many bugs but this is a Bethesda game so sadly that is to be expected. I've played probably 15 hours including beta time and it has been one of the best game experiences I've ever had. Ignore the zero reviews, it's just entitled brats that are mad its not New Vegas 2. I will say playing with a group is way more enjoyable than playing solo.… Expand
  14. Cmilly
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    I went into this game with a lot of hesitation. The idea of an online game that one day eventually will no longer be supported was a turnoff. I have played video games for the better part of 3 decades and am used to having games forever in my collection. I was a big fan of fallout 4 and eventually decided to give 76 a shot. I am so glad I did. I had to reorient my thinking into this beingI went into this game with a lot of hesitation. The idea of an online game that one day eventually will no longer be supported was a turnoff. I have played video games for the better part of 3 decades and am used to having games forever in my collection. I was a big fan of fallout 4 and eventually decided to give 76 a shot. I am so glad I did. I had to reorient my thinking into this being an experience that will change over time. I currently have over 700 hours in the game and having so much fun exploring it is a beautiful game an fun large world. Lore is well written and I cannot wait for wastelanders.… Expand
  15. 111thwanderer
    Feb 21, 2023
    10
    Don't listen to the haters, Fallout 76 is nowhere near as bad as people say it is, the game has a deep world and is fun to explore and play with others, and the gameplay is fun. Bugs aren't nearly as common as people say they are and most have to do with the game loading to fast on a series x or with internet issues. Updates are new and fun and the game lore is in line with all the otherDon't listen to the haters, Fallout 76 is nowhere near as bad as people say it is, the game has a deep world and is fun to explore and play with others, and the gameplay is fun. Bugs aren't nearly as common as people say they are and most have to do with the game loading to fast on a series x or with internet issues. Updates are new and fun and the game lore is in line with all the other fallouts I have played. if you are thinking of playing listen to people who have actually played the game as if you look to sites which require access to the game to review you will see more positive reviews. Obviously though if you don't like multiplayer games this game may not be for you, That doesn't mean its bad just not you cup of tea.… Expand
  16. ZombieFan281
    Feb 1, 2019
    8
    Overall Game is amazing. Each Patch is better and better. Great Graphics, Sound Effects, Radio Tracks, Lore and Lore. Ton of side missions, Events, Daily Quest to do.
    8.75/10
  17. Evolvedsoul
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    If you’re reading this and you actually are looking for review read on I play a lot of fallout 4 with mods I personally love fallout 4 but it doesn’t play very well but when you use mods it fixes a lot of issues I can 100% tell you fallout 76 is a new engine or at least very upgraded a lot of the rendering issues have been fixed character movement has been fixed a lot of issues have beenIf you’re reading this and you actually are looking for review read on I play a lot of fallout 4 with mods I personally love fallout 4 but it doesn’t play very well but when you use mods it fixes a lot of issues I can 100% tell you fallout 76 is a new engine or at least very upgraded a lot of the rendering issues have been fixed character movement has been fixed a lot of issues have been fixed this game plays very well I’m surprised by all the Hate it got people are crazy it stays true to the lore know in NPCs are needed or they could always add some I personally really like it I think a lot of other people will too… Expand
  18. logicalplayer
    Jan 28, 2019
    10
    People should not shun the dev team just for wanting to try something new even if the the public says its bad doesn't mean it is. don't actually think that they are selling an unfinished game and its a new game bugs are normal especially in online games. and if you do some digging in the wikis there is some evidence that people were looking forward to an online fallout game that wasPeople should not shun the dev team just for wanting to try something new even if the the public says its bad doesn't mean it is. don't actually think that they are selling an unfinished game and its a new game bugs are normal especially in online games. and if you do some digging in the wikis there is some evidence that people were looking forward to an online fallout game that was cancelled. sure power Armour lv requirements are bad look on the bright side because of the lack of human npcs means that you control the story as one guy made him self a end game boss that no-one could beat without using nukes. at least they didn't buy into that so called "battle royal" **** which is only a 100-man free for all or squad deathmatch. and a massive fad… Expand
  19. iambeejsmit
    Jun 7, 2019
    8
    At first I didn't like this game so I put it down for awhile. I'm glad I picked it back up because I'm having a lot of fun with it. They've fixed alot of its issues. Ironically I don't like to play with others. That's not what fallout is about. I'm playing this game as if it's fallout 4. Is it worth 60 bucks.? To me yes but I don't even think it'll cost you that much now.
  20. cpurdue101
    May 23, 2019
    8
    After 6 months worth of patches, Bethesda has finally managed to give Fallout 76 a sense of community (particularly through the addition of CAMP vending machines), a decent amount of content, and a more intense PvP experience (for those who seek it) in Survival mode. Each of the three aforementioned things are desperately needed for an online, open world game to be enjoyable, and they wereAfter 6 months worth of patches, Bethesda has finally managed to give Fallout 76 a sense of community (particularly through the addition of CAMP vending machines), a decent amount of content, and a more intense PvP experience (for those who seek it) in Survival mode. Each of the three aforementioned things are desperately needed for an online, open world game to be enjoyable, and they were glaringly absent at launch. Luckily, though Bethesda initially handled criticism and controversy surrounding the game rather poorly, they have since buckled down on improving the Fallout 76 experience, and largely, they have succeeded in doing so.… Expand
  21. Yuliana
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    Never left a review on this before, the game plays fine, My last fallout was 1,2 and some of 3. I tried 4 and hated it, this isnt a perfect game but playing with my family or alone, I am always finding something new or a new way to do something old.

    Imagjne playing D&D getting your starting back story and YOU use your imagination to play however you want. thats how I play it. Im not a    Never left a review on this before, the game plays fine, My last fallout was 1,2 and some of 3. I tried 4 and hated it, this isnt a perfect game but playing with my family or alone, I am always finding something new or a new way to do something old.

    Imagjne playing D&D getting your starting back story and YOU use your imagination to play however you want. thats how I play it. Im not a youtuber or streamer. Just one person that enjoys this game.    … Expand
  22. ibjornuk
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    From someone who has actually played the game, I love it. I've been playing for several hours on Xbox One X. Yes there are bugs, the game crashed twice within 10 hours, but that is too be expected from a Bethesda game. It feels like buggy than Fallout 4 did. PVP has no been an issue for me, I've bumped into players, they were friendly and no one attacked me. The lack of NPCs hasn't been aFrom someone who has actually played the game, I love it. I've been playing for several hours on Xbox One X. Yes there are bugs, the game crashed twice within 10 hours, but that is too be expected from a Bethesda game. It feels like buggy than Fallout 4 did. PVP has no been an issue for me, I've bumped into players, they were friendly and no one attacked me. The lack of NPCs hasn't been a big issue to me so far, I like listening to the stories you find, reading on computers and listening to the robots. The graphics are really beautiful. So far, it plays like any other Fallout.… Expand
  23. Apekiller
    Jun 11, 2019
    8
    I think if you are a fan of exploration this game is one of the better games. I also found this game very calming and relaxing. I didnt pick up the game because of all the negativity but once I decided to play It i think it is pretty good. It is not as good as fallout 3, NV, or 4 but it is still a solid game.
  24. illilli
    Jan 1, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you liked Fallout 4 for the missions and crafting, you should like this game. I have been playing it non-stop since I bought it and I love it! There ARE problems... you will bet get disconnected from the server sometimes; however, it will put you right back where you were with everything you had. If you were "inside" a quest site, it will put you outside.

    I have the regular XBOX One and I don't experience or really notice that much lag or frame degradation - perfectly playable.

    There are no NPC's, but a huge part of Fallout 4 used tapes and robots to move the story along, so it isn't that bad. I think they did a good job with telling the stories and integrating everything. So, there are a lot of quests with multiple parts that I found very interesting.

    I play alone, but I often interact with others. We trade things from time to time; I help people who get killed when I find them; and I work with others to complete missions. I am NOT part of a group with them, but simply working together at the same time. I keep the sound of others off and never hear them. There ARE a few grievers out there. I feel sorry for them as they don't know how to interact normally with people - bless their hearts! Be sure you set your settings so you don't accidentally
    shoot them, and you can ignore them for the session. You can also just log off and log back on.

    What I enjoy most is that there is a sense of danger to the world. For example, I was about level 12 and walking along a very quiet and nice highway. I noticed a couple of eyes quite a bit ways up ahead of me and hit my V.A.T.S. to see what it was -- it was a Level 35 Mothman!! Yikes! I took a different route. This reminded me so much of SKYRIM and walking right into a Dragon one time that was just randomly sitting on the road. Don't worry about the leveling though; if you follow the main quest line, you will find things appropriate to your level. You will also find some things you aren't ready for, so stay alert!

    They have fixed quite a few of the things that were initially a problem in the beta. They increased the storage to 600 lbs. To be honest, managing that is kind of fun and it's a part of the game; you don't actually need all that stuff!! You will find it all over and find it very quickly. The monster spawning is now just about right; I finish areas all the time way before they re-spawn again. When someone else enters the area, the monsters DO come back, but the other person is there to help clean things up. Just work together for a bit and then keep on truckin'.

    I gave the game a 10 based on whether I want to play it non-stop or not. I can't wait to get back to the game and find some more cool gear or just wander around aimlessly and seeing what happens next. You can't go very far before you either find something or something finds you!    … Expand
  25. overtimeneowar
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    buen juego, pero se nota que lo adelantaron demasiado, pero se disfruta entre amigos y solo
  26. Devistator66
    Jun 20, 2019
    10
    The game provides quite a great experience whether it be solo or multiplayer. The other players are very nice, and very generous with helping others. Many high level players helped me when I was a low level, so that once I became a high level, I began helping other low levels like other high levels used to with me. The game has truly changed and become much better than it was on launch. IThe game provides quite a great experience whether it be solo or multiplayer. The other players are very nice, and very generous with helping others. Many high level players helped me when I was a low level, so that once I became a high level, I began helping other low levels like other high levels used to with me. The game has truly changed and become much better than it was on launch. I would highly reccomend that you get this game if you're a fan of fallout. And I'd also reccomend that you come back and play this game if you already own it and haven't played in a while. I overall enjoyed my experience, and excited to continue playing.… Expand
  27. Quantumblitz
    May 18, 2019
    10
    With continued support from the dev team and updates weekly with new content and server stability fixes all the time this game has been making moves and slowly rising up the charts. It will take some time for this game to be in its prime but once it is. I see huge potential for this AAA game that at one point was dead. Now it’s growing and I’m very happy with the time I had in this game.
  28. BN_bandit76
    Jun 21, 2020
    8
    Been playing the game since the beta i didnt care about the review or the bugs the game is fun to play with friends and with wastelanders the game got better a new storyline new characters some characters that you heard on holotapes The game isnt perfect but its decent and if you have friends to play with its a blast
  29. dlwatso15
    Nov 22, 2018
    10
    This game has truly shown us all the horrible state that the video game community is in, everyone is following blindly into unnecessary hate and it’s sad to see so many people turn into pathetic trolls like this.

    The game is an achievement and an absolute blast to play, you will not be disappointed, watch actual gameplay without garbage commentary and make your own decision instead of    This game has truly shown us all the horrible state that the video game community is in, everyone is following blindly into unnecessary hate and it’s sad to see so many people turn into pathetic trolls like this.

    The game is an achievement and an absolute blast to play, you will not be disappointed, watch actual gameplay without garbage commentary and make your own decision instead of following the idiots that are chasing the worst part of internet fame by making up **** reasons to love a damn good game. Yeah, I won’t lie to you there are bugs but nothing so serious that it will make you not want to play. This game is everything and more that Bethesda promised and if you give it an honest try you will see that it’s far from a bad game.    … Expand
  30. starfox900
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    I love fallout and being able to play with others online is great, sure theres some problems but they are small things that will get fixed, only problem i have and many others are having is the stash space (this is the personal storage box you store items in) 400 Weight which isnt alot seeing as some items can have a weight of 30 on there own and with all the junk which you scrap to beI love fallout and being able to play with others online is great, sure theres some problems but they are small things that will get fixed, only problem i have and many others are having is the stash space (this is the personal storage box you store items in) 400 Weight which isnt alot seeing as some items can have a weight of 30 on there own and with all the junk which you scrap to be able to build and repair stuff you will fill that up very fast, but bethesda already plan to add more space just hope thats sooner than later

    for anyone worrying about all the youtubers giving bad reviews try ignore them watch some gameplay of the game ask players that play more than a couple hours just to make a video and get money from youtube for doing so, as this game is very fun even more so with groups    … Expand
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Metascore
49

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 33
  3. Negative: 13 out of 33
  1. New York Daily News
    Dec 20, 2018
    60
    But it’s hard to feel as if you’re truly affecting the world when there are no NPCs to express satisfaction or disdain, or to be directly influenced by your actions. Even killing feels hollow. Some of my best battles in Fallout 4 came when I stumbled across an outpost and found there a raider in there; he’d yell and scream at me as we were facing off. The Scorched, while armed, feel like nothing more than zombies.
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  2. TrueAchievements
    Dec 11, 2018
    50
    The addition of multiplayer feels as though it comes at the expense of Fallout’s memorable story-driven moments. What good is a vast map full of players if they're given little to no purpose? When no other players are around, the game’s world feels almost empty. The attention-grabbing locales and landmarks add to Appalachia's charm, but it's difficult to not wish for living, breathing characters to inhabit it. Post-apocalyptic West Virginia is described as a wasteland, and this term paints an inadvertent but accurate picture of what Fallout 76 is right now.
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  3. Windows Central
    Nov 30, 2018
    60
    If you enjoy multiplayer games of this type and are willing to overlook the engine anomalies, you may find yourself rapidly addicted to the game's exploration density and loot systems. If you're easily frustrated by bugs and issues, you may want to sit tight a bit to see what Bethesda does to polish things up, cus oh boy, it could use a bit right now. If you're a fan of the single player, branching narrative the series is known for, you'll want to wait for Fallout 5.
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