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Fallout 3

Fallout 3 is the third installment of the mainline series and has players stepping into the Capital Wasteland. There, they will find a wide array of NPCs, side quests, and an engrossing unfolding story.

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Action RPG
Released
October 28, 2008
ESRB
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Drugs
Developer(s)
Bethesda Game Studios
Publisher(s)
Bethesda Softworks
Engine
Gamebryo
Franchise
Fallout

Vault-Tec engineers have worked around the clock on an interactive reproduction of Wasteland life for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own vault. Included is an expansive world, unique combat, shockingly realistic visuals, tons of player choice, and an incredible cast of dynamic characters. Every minute is a fight for survival against the terrors of the outside world — radiation, Super Mutants, and hostile mutated creatures. From Vault-Tec, America's First Choice in Post Nuclear Simulation.

Limitless Freedom! Take in the sights and sounds of the vast Capital Wasteland! See the great monuments of the United States lying in post-apocalyptic ruin! You make the choices that define you and change the world. Just keep an eye on your Rad Meter!

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