TheFalloutfranchise has become a leading RPG in the industry, and with each entry, the series has explored a post-apocalyptic version of the United States. Within the lore ofFallout, factions and remnants of civilization fight for survival in the post-nuclear landscape, making it a fascinating series to follow. Many of the themes and ideas explored throughout theFalloutfranchise are at the heart of what has kept so many players invested, and that passionate following has recently birthed a massive fan-made mod that explores the iconic city of London.
Aptly namedFallout: London, the long-awaited mod finally launched this year, and it proved to be a huge hit.Londonbrings a fresh perspective to life, which also marks a first for the series. Despite the mod not being an official part ofFalloutcanon, this marks the first time a story in its universe has taken place outside of America. Developed by Team FOLON,Fallout: Londonfinally arriving makes the prospect of another mod even more exciting. Now, a fan-made mod titledFallout: Nuevo Mexicoaims to bring forth another peek outside of America. Unfortunately, these two mods may be the only time fans get to see such stories.
Fallout Leaving America Does Not Seem to Be Part of the Franchise’s Plans
Todd Howard Confirms Fallout Likely Won’t Branch Out to Other Countries
In an interview with Kinda Funny, Bethesda’s Todd Howard made it clear thatFalloutis an American story at heart. He stated, “My view is, part of theFalloutshtick is on the American naivete.” While this does make sense for the franchise’s overall tone, quotes like these can sting for the players who have enjoyedLondonand are looking forward toNuevo Mexico. AlthoughFalloutfocuses on a satirical view of the overly chipper outlook of 1950s America, it’s disappointing to know that other locations outside the country may never be officially explored.
Londonis a mod ofFallout 4, whileNuevo Mexicowill be a mod ofFallout: New Vegas, which is considered a series favorite by many.
There is Clearly Demand For Further Exploration in Fallout
The impressive success ofLondonand theexcitement surroundingNuevo Mexicoproves that there is a desire for these types of stories to be showcased in the greater canon. It’s true that a naive, overly optimistic American sensibility that defined old shows likeLeave It to Beaveris the foundation of the series, but seeing how other cultures handle the post-nuclear world could possibly be just as fascinating.
AFalloutgame, or even simply an official DLC, set in a different country could actually present a compelling contrast to the American themes and pre-war outlooks on life.Londonboasts its own fun tone, and it still feels very much like aFalloutgame. While many of the current franchise’s themes work better in an American context, the humor ofFalloutfeels more universal.
Despite Sticking to America, the Future of Fallout is Still Filled With Possibilities
London and Nuevo Mexico Showcase the Talent of Fallout’s Fan Base
Bethesda may never make aFalloutgame outside America, but that’s ultimately okay if so. Thanks to thehard work put intoLondonand the yet-to-be-releasedNuevo Mexico, the door is wide open for other fans to hop on board and create mind-blowing mods.
Fallout: Londontook nearly five years to develop with a team of over 100 modders.
While the long wait forthe fifth mainlineFalloutgamecontinues, there’s no telling where the next chapter will take players. It seems pretty clear that it will be set somewhere in the vastness of America, and that still leaves plenty of interesting cities to showcase. However, there will hopefully also be a future filled with some great non-AmericanFalloutstories crafted by passionate and creative fans.
Fallout
Fallout is a franchise built around a series of RPGs set in a post-nuclear world, in which great vaults have been built to shelter parts of humankind. There are six main games, various spin-offs, tabletop games, and a TV series from Amazon Studios.
