Amazon's Second Most-Watched Show Ever Is 'FALLOUT', Proving the Urgency for a New Game

The Amazon series based on the Fallout video game franchise has rapidly gained popularity, becoming the second-most-watched show on Prime Video in a short span of time. With 65 million viewers globally and a significant portion of the viewership outside the US, the series has sparked increased interest in the Fallout universe. Season two has already been confirmed due to the show's success. Concurrently, Fallout 4 has seen a surge in sales, witnessing a staggering 7500% increase in Europe. Despite the renewed interest, Bethesda did not have a new Fallout game to correspond with the show's release, and with a singular focus on one game at a time, it appears they may not be able to quickly leverage the series' spotlight.

Bethesda recently updated Fallout 4 to next-gen, though this update has not been without issues, particularly around mod support. Popular mods have emerged allowing players to revert to the pre-update version due to these issues. It indicates a mixed reaction from the community to the changes and underlines the challenges of updating games while maintaining mod support.

The Fallout TV series has significantly impacted the video game franchise by boosting the player base, where Fallout 4 in particular has seen a massive increase in sales. This reflects a renewed interest in the Fallout world but also highlights that Bethesda may have missed an opportunity to release new content or a game that ties in with the television show's success.

Fallout, developed by Bethesda Game Studios, is a post-apocalyptic role-playing video game series set in a world decimated by nuclear war. The series is renowned for its open-world exploration, rich storytelling, and the depth of player choices. The first game was released in 1997, and the series has grown to include several main entries and spin-offs. The most recent main entry, Fallout 4, was released in 2015 and has received critical acclaim for its gameplay and player freedom. The TV adaptation by Amazon brings the series to a new medium, potentially expanding the franchise's audience and reigniting interest in the games.