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October 23, 2024

Fallout PC And Console Games Are On Sale For Fallout Day

October 23 is celebrated as Fallout Day by Bethesda, marking the fictional day the bombs fell in the Fallout universe. On this date, various Fallout games and downloadable content (DLC) are offered at discounts across online platforms. Fanatical features deals on classic titles like Fallout and Fallout 2, with the Fallout Classic Collection available for .59. Discounts are also available for Fallout 3, Fallout 4, Fallout: New Vegas, and Fallout 76, with prices as low as .99 when included in a bundle. GOG.com offers DRM-free versions of Fallout games, including Game of the Year and Ultimate editions, though discounts may not be as extensive as those at Fanatical.

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October 13, 2024

The developers of the final 2D Fallout game had no idea their publisher was gasping for air: ‘We weren’t told anything about Interplay’s financial problems’

Interplay, a notable RPG developer from the '90s, faced financial instability while producing celebrated titles. Ed Orman, the lead designer of Fallout Tactics, discussed the challenges during its development, which took place from 1999 to 2001, amidst Interplay's uncertain financial situation. He noted a lack of communication with original Fallout developers, who were likely occupied with other projects, possibly including the Icewind Dale games. Fallout Tactics was often misunderstood at launch but is now available for purchase on platforms like Steam, GOG, and Epic.

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October 4, 2024

The making of Fallout Tactics: ‘I sound like I’m down on it now, but I still love what we made’

In 2001, the hairy deathclaw from Fallout Tactics became a focal point for criticism of the game's developer, Micro Forté, due to its unconventional design choice of a thick fur coat. Lead designer Ed Orman acknowledged the controversy, stating that while variations on deathclaws could be justified, the design was initially seen as sacrilege. Fallout Tactics is considered a bold offshoot of the RPG franchise, created by a passionate team despite limited resources. Although Todd Howard declared it non-canon, elements from the game have influenced later titles and gained appreciation among fans. Orman expressed pride in the team's accomplishment despite the challenges faced during development.