Fallout: New Vegas

[Lemur]

Is it too soon to get excited? A lot of the guys who worked on F1 are returning for this round. Mmmm, taste the aftermath. Some of the (scanty) information that's out:

Obsidian obviously has a tradition of working with the role-playing genre, but its past has more to do with Fallout than you might initially think. Its history dates back to the creation of the original Fallout. A team of developers at Interplay created the first entry in the franchise and their group was later turned into Black Isle Studios. The development house went on to make Fallout 2, amidst other projects such as Icewind Dale and assisting on Baldur's Gate, before being disbanded amidst Interplay's financial trouble.

This wasn't the end of the road, though. Many members of the group then went on to form Obsidian Entertainment. The head of Obsidian is Feargus Urquhart, who lead Black Isle. After Bethesda acquired the Fallout license from Interplay and brought Obsidian on board to work on New Vegas, Urquhart's and many other coworkers' careers came full circle. Fallout 3 may have been the first introduction to the franchise for many, but Bethesda's first spin-off will take it back to its roots.

[CrossLOPER]

Yeah, hopefully they'll FINISH the game. Then again, I would rather have a half-finish great game than a fully finished average game.

[Prussian to the Iron]

looks pretty cool, though a rendered trailer tells nothing about the game honestly.


my main hope is that they will stick with the FO3-esque way. if they do a turn-based one like FO2 and 3, I'll be very dissatisfied and not buy it.


but one thing we can discern from this, is that it seems the New California Republic is trying to take over Vegas, and that some main character (probably the player???) is from vault....either 77, or 171. I saw 77 on his back, but 171 on his helmet. can anyone else see it better?

[a completely inoffensive name]

This will be better then FO3, at least to those who have been with the series since 1 and 2 due to Obsidian having a lot of people who used to be in Black Isle.

[Justiciar]

but one thing we can discern from this, is that it seems the New California Republic is trying to take over Vegas, and that some main character (probably the player???) is from vault....either 77, or 171. I saw 77 on his back, but 171 on his helmet. can anyone else see it better?

I missed the number first time around. Upon a second look, I believe it's 117. Although it is ruddy hard to tell. Edit: Nope, you were definately right. It's 171.

I have high hopes. Not expecting a mirracle, mind you. I don't think for a minute that'll be on par with the first two games.

[tibilicus]

Any speculation as to who the evil looking guy is towards the end?

Doesn't look enclave to me..

[Justiciar]

The flag indicates that he's from the NCR (New California Republic).

http://fallout.wikia.com/wiki/New_California_Republic

[Subotan]

BLACK ISLE LIVES ONCE MORE

[Lemur]

Not much on the official site yet, but there is this:

Experience all the sights and sounds of fabulous New Vegas, brought to you by Vault-Tec, America's First Choice in Post Nuclear Simulation. Explore the treacherous wastes of the Great Southwest from the safety and comfort of your very own vault: Meet new people, confront terrifying creatures, and arm yourself with the latest high-tech weaponry as you make a name for yourself on a thrilling new journey across the Mojave wasteland. A word of warning, however — while Vault-Tec engineers have prepared for every contingency,* in Vegas, fortunes can change in an instant. Enjoy your stay.

* Should not be construed as a legally binding claim.

What is the release date?
Fallout: New Vegas is scheduled for a Fall 2010 release on the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3, and Games for Windows in North America and Europe.

Who is developing the game?
In conjunction with Bethesda Softworks, Fallout: New Vegas is being developed by Obsidian Entertainment, the creator of award winning RPGs such as Neverwinter Nights 2. Obsidian is also led by the founders of Black Isle Studios — the developers of the original Fallout and Fallout 2.

Where does Fallout: New Vegas take place?
In and around New Vegas in Nevada.

What is Fallout New Vegas’ rating?
Currently the rating is pending, but is planned as a Mature-rated title.

What are the PC system requirements?
Closer to the release of Fallout: New Vegas, we’ll share the minimum and recommended system requirements.

Is Fallout New Vegas a Games for Windows title? Will it require Windows?
Fallout: New Vegas is a Games for Windows title. As such, you’ll be able to use an Xbox 360 controller if you choose. New Vegas will run with Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7.

Will Fallout New Vegas include multiplayer?
No, Fallout: New Vegas is a single-player game only.

[LeftEyeNine]

Now that I know bearing great expectations for Fallout series by Badhesta was a huge mistake yet, what kind of brand/name/whatever it is, hearing "Fallout" itself makes me want to skyrocket.

With Obsidian behind the curtains, stakes are higher now, at least I want to believe.

[Vuk]

OMG, Fallout has to be the worst game series of all time. :P I was hoping that the third was the last. :P

[Lemur]

A deeper reading of the tea leaves.

[CrossLOPER]

OMG, Fallout has to be the worst game series of all time. :P I was hoping that the third was the last. :P

It's filled with dark humor, it has a wide variety of ways to play, lots of unique dialogue directions and bloody, not to mention all the little bits of exploration you are able to do. Speaking of the first two installments, what exactly was your problem with them?

[Lemur]

Sure sounds like it, Krusader.

Is Fallout New Vegas a Games for Windows title? Will it require Windows?
Fallout: New Vegas is a Games for Windows title. As such, you’ll be able to use an Xbox 360 controller if you choose. New Vegas will run with Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7.

[Krusader]

Sure sounds like it, Krusader.

I was under the impression it meant it needed certain criteria: Wikipedia page
I have some games with the logo but which still didn't require the GFWL client installed.