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Fallout 3 And New Vegas Remasters Announced, But No Release Date Yet
Bethesda has officially confirmed it is developing remasters of both Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, ending months of speculation, though no release date or platform list has been given. The confirmation came in a "Note from Bethesda Game Studios" blog post that also revealed Fallout 5 has entered pre-production alongside full production on The Elder Scrolls VI, underlining that the Fallout franchise remains "one of our biggest priorities" for the studio.
The post stopped short of confirming a Nintendo Switch 2 release, but given that Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition, Skyrim: Anniversary Edition and Oblivion: Remastered have all appeared on the console, a Switch 2 version is considered likely, albeit not guaranteed amid Xbox's renewed push toward exclusives. Bethesda also confirmed Obsidian Entertainment, the original developer of New Vegas, is working on a new Fallout title in collaboration with the studio.
In short
- Bethesda confirms Fallout 3 and New Vegas remasters, no release date given
- Fallout 5 now in pre-production; Elder Scrolls VI in full production
- Obsidian confirmed to be developing a new Fallout game with Bethesda
Explained simply
Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are role-playing games set in a post-apocalyptic world following nuclear war. Released in 2008 and 2010 respectively, they are known for their immersive settings and emphasis on player choice in shaping the story.
Fans continue to play these games years later, though they can struggle to run properly on modern computers. A remaster updates older games with improved graphics and performance, allowing them to work smoothly on current hardware and introducing them to new audiences.
Bethesda Game Studios owns the Fallout franchise, whilst Obsidian Entertainment originally developed New Vegas. The franchise's prominence through video game releases and television adaptations means these classic games continue to attract both longtime fans and new players.