While Bethesda took the Fallout series to new heights, the franchise has undeniably changed under their leadership.

When it became clear EAwasnt interested in licensing outWasteland, Interplay shifted their attention to a new IP.

However, Interplay President Brian Fargo suggested the games final title ofFallout.

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ThatFalloutwas created, let alone continues to survive and thrive, is something of a game industry miracle.

Characters and environments are depicted with more realism, reflectingOblivions graphical basis.

Though the combat unfolds in real-time, the idea of Action Points is reimagined through the V.A.T.S.

For me,Fallout 3always felt like a natural evolution for the franchise.

As someone who playedOblivionextensively,Fallout 3also felt incredibly intuitive and accessible.