
Fallout 4
Release Date: November 10, 2015
RPG, FPP, TPP, science fiction, post-apocalypse, sandbox, crafting, role-playing shooter, Game Pass, PS Plus Collection, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, singleplayer
The fourth major installment in the post-apocalyptic RPG series launched in 1997 by Black Isle Studios and Interplay. Starting from the third part, released in 2008, Bethesda acquired the rights to the franchise and took the reins of the subsequent production set in the cult post-apocalyptic universe.

Last Update: February 24, 2016
Fallout 4 Game Guide & Walkthrough
This unofficial Fallout 4 game guide offers a complex description of all of the game's content and a very thorough explanation of its mechanics. The guide has been divided into three big parts.
November 30, 2015
Fallout 4 Review – Apocalypse Now
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[0:43] Fallout 4 Vault 1080 mod
[2:52] Fallout 4 launch trailer
Gamepressure Review
Fallout 4
Fallout 4 is probably one of the most anticipated games in recent years. Due to the history of the series, the expectations for this title were really high... Has the game managed to satisfy the gamers?

OpenCritic Rating
Game is Recomended by 98% of Critics. There are 151 Critic Reviews.
IGN: 9.5 / 10 by Dan Stapleton
The world, exploration, crafting, atmosphere, and story of Fallout 4 are all key parts of this hugely successful sandbox role-playing game. Great new reasons to obsessively gather and hoard relics of happier times, strong companions, and sympathetic villains driving tough decisions make it an adventure I'll definitely replay and revisit. Even the technical shakiness that crops up here and there can't even begin to slow down its momentum.
Game Rant: 4.5 / 5 by Denny Connolly
The graphics may not be cutting-edge enough for some gamers, but Fallout 4 offers a revamped leveling system, an amazing story, and near endless content in post-apocalyptic Boston.
Game Informer: 9 / 10 by Andrew Reiner
Bethesda has created another game you can lose your life in. New experiences just keep coming, and you always have another perk to unlock
The main pros of the game
- Engaging Gameplay: Many players found the gameplay to be fun and immersive, with improvements in gunplay and combat mechanics compared to previous titles.
- Rich World and Exploration: The game world, set in a post-apocalyptic Boston, is praised for its detail and the depth of content, including numerous side quests and lore.
- Settlement Building: Players enjoyed the settlement mechanics, allowing for creativity and management of NPCs.
- Modding Community: The modding scene is highlighted as a significant advantage, with many users stating that mods enhance the game experience and fix various issues.
- Replayability: The game offers multiple ways to play through different builds and moral choices, encouraging replayability.
The main cons of the game
- Bugs and Glitches: A common complaint is the presence of bugs, crashes, and performance issues, particularly after updates.
- Weak Main Story: Several players criticized the main storyline as lacking depth and engagement compared to previous Fallout games, with some noting that side quests often overshadow the main plot.
- Simplified RPG Elements: Players expressed disappointment in the streamlining of RPG mechanics, such as reduced dialogue options and lack of skill trees, which diminishes character customization and role-playing depth.
- AI and Enemy Behavior: Some reviews noted that enemy AI could be overly accurate and challenging, leading to frustration during combat.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Depth in Writing and Atmosphere: Many users felt that the game lacked the grim atmosphere and nuanced storytelling that characterized earlier titles, such as Fallout 3 and New Vegas.
- Improved NPC Interactions: There are calls for more meaningful interactions with NPCs and more complex faction dynamics that allow for greater player influence on the story.
- Better Performance Optimization: Players expressed a desire for better optimization, especially regarding frame rates and loading times, with some noting that the game struggles on modern hardware.
- Diverse Faction Choices: Some users wished for a more complex faction system, where players could experience more significant consequences for their choices and have more nuanced relationships with factions.
Summary
- Overall, while Fallout 4 has its share of dedicated fans who appreciate its gameplay and world-building, many players also highlight significant shortcomings in story depth, writing, and technical performance. The modding community plays a crucial role in enhancing the experience for many gamers.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 12383 votes. 2396 players anticipated the game.
Fallout 4 Description
Fallout 4 is the fourth full-fledged installment in a cult post-apocalyptic RPG series originated in 1997 by Black Isle Studio and Interplay company. After the developer studio was closed and Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel came out for PlayStation 2 to mixed reviews, the franchise was taken over by Bethesda, and the company’s subsidiary created the third and the fourth part of the series, the latter released on PC and the eight generation consoles. This developer is also known for the cult series The Elder Scrolls, whose latest installment, Skyrim, appeared in 2011 on PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Fallout 4 PC offers some improvements as compared to console versions. First of all, the more powerful system you have, the better resolution and faster animation speed you enjoy, whereas PlayStation 4 and Xbox One are locked on 30 FPS in 1080p.
Another important aspect is modding. On PC version mods are published almost the same way as in the case of Skyrim. In short, players can freely create and install modifications. Console owners can download and install PC mods published on Bethesda.net as well.
The story of Fallout 4 starts off in Boston suburbs, a few moments before a catastrophic nuclear attack. During this short prologue you meet the hero’s family and create your character (male or female), by adjusting his or her appearance and distributing skill points. A moment later the aforementioned attack occurs, which separates the hero from his family and puts him into fallout shelter no. 111. The action proper starts 200 years later, when your character comes out to the surface and starts his struggle for survival in an unfriendly, post-apocalyptic environment.
Depending on individual preferences, you can play Fallout 4 in first or third person perspective. Gameplay mechanics is based on solutions known to Fallout 3 veterans. Back in the game are such landmark features as S.P.E.C.I.A.L. attribute system or V.A.T.S. aiming system that allows to make a precision shot to a selected part of an enemy’s body. The game also lets you own a dog, whom you can give out simple commands. The main focus, however, is on absolute freedom of gameplay, so it is entirely up to you as to where to go and how to shape the story.
In comparison with the previous installments in the series, crafting system was much expanded, letting you recycle various objects and use them to create entirely new items or even construct buildings to provide shelter to the protagonist, his dog, and other survivors. The game offers 50 base weapons, all of which can be subjected to over 700 modifications. Moreover, Fallout 4 brings back enhanced PipBoy, a mobile command center, also offering simple mini-games.
In the original, English version of the game, male protagonist speaks with the voice of Brian T. Delnay, an actor known from games like Batman: Arkham Knight or Evolve. If you choose to play as female character, you will hear Courtney Taylor (Jack from Mass Effect series or Juhanii from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic).
In terms of visuals, Fallout 4 for PC, PS4 and XONE is based on a modified version of Bethesda’s in-house Creation engine and looks much better than the previous games. Despite many changes to gameplay mechanics and user interface (e.g. a new dialogue system), the authors managed to retain key elements and the series’ unique atmosphere.
Fallout 4 received a collector’s edition, which includes – let alone the game itself – special steel case, poster, PipBoy pocket guide, and a wearable PipBoy replica. You can place your smartphone in it and use it with a dedicated app.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
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Fallout Series
A series of RPG games set in a post-apocalyptic universe. Fallout is considered one of the most important brands created by Interplay and Black Isle Studios. Since 2004, Bethesda Softworks and Bethesda Game Studios have been overseeing the development of the series.
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Fallout 4 Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows November 10, 2015
PlayStation 5 April 25, 2024
Xbox Series X/S April 25, 2024
PlayStation 4 November 10, 2015
Xbox One November 10, 2015
Developer: Bethesda Game Studios
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks


Fallout 4 System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-2300 2.8 GHz/AMD Phenom II X4 945 3.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 550 Ti/Radeon 7870 or better, 30 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7 4790 3.6 GHz/AMD FX-9590 4.7 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 780/4 GB Radeon R9 290X or better, 30 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit

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