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The complete Fallout timeline, explained.
Envisioning an alternate-universe, retro futuristic apocalypse teeming with mutated monsters, soldiers in hulking power armor and sinister human experiments disguised as bomb shelters, the Fallout franchise has spent over two decades establishing one of the richest settings in video games. Fans will next dive into that world the first-ever live-action Fallout TV show, which presents an original, canon story set in the series’ desolate wasteland.
With the new TV series available on Amazon Prime, there’s never been a better time to strap a Pip-Boy to your wrist and reacquaint yourself with the world of Fallout. But where’s the best place to start? Below, we’ll run through the franchise’s entire chronological history, as well as some advice on where to start for those embarking on their first-ever Fallout adventure.
How Many Fallout Games and Expansions Are There?
In total, there are nine main Fallout games - eight on home console and one on mobile devices. There are also thirteen major expansions spread across Fallout 3, Fallout: New Vegas and Fallout 4. The Fallout franchise is a core Bethesda game that will likely continue to receive support.
Which Fallout Game Should You Play First?
For newcomers, the best starting point is arguably Fallout 4, although Fallout 3 and New Vegas are still great ways to enter the franchise. Fallout 4 is the most recent single-player addition to the series, and as a result, is the most modern-feeling take on the universe. More importantly, it’s the only mainline single-player Fallout game still easily accessible on all modern consoles bar Nintendo Switch.
Envisioning an alternate-universe, retro futuristic apocalypse teeming with mutated monsters, soldiers in hulking power armor and sinister human experiments disguised as bomb shelters, the Fallout franchise has spent over two decades establishing one of the richest settings in video games. Fans will next dive into that world the first-ever live-action Fallout TV show, which presents an original, canon story set in the series’ desolate wasteland.
With the new TV series available on Amazon Prime, there’s never been a better time to strap a Pip-Boy to your wrist and reacquaint yourself with the world of Fallout. But where’s the best place to start? Below, we’ll run through the franchise’s entire chronological history, as well as some advice on where to start for those embarking on their first-ever Fallout adventure.
How Many Fallout Games and Expansions Are There?
In total, there are nine main Fallout games - eight on home console and one on mobile devices. There are also thirteen major expansions spread across Fallout 3, Fallout: New Vegas and Fallout 4. The Fallout franchise is a core Bethesda game that will likely continue to receive support.
Which Fallout Game Should You Play First?
For newcomers, the best starting point is arguably Fallout 4, although Fallout 3 and New Vegas are still great ways to enter the franchise. Fallout 4 is the most recent single-player addition to the series, and as a result, is the most modern-feeling take on the universe. More importantly, it’s the only mainline single-player Fallout game still easily accessible on all modern consoles bar Nintendo Switch.
