Bethesda has officially confirmed a prequel to the beloved Fallout 3. Players will dive into this highly requested storyline next year.
Originally launched in 2008, Fallout 3 marked Bethesda’s first crack at the legendary franchise. The studio abandoned the classic isometric view in favor of an Elder Scrolls-style 3D adventure. Consequently, this bold change exceeded expectations and brought millions of new fans into the wasteland. Now, Bethesda is finally returning to that iconic era.
Return to Raven Rock in Fallout 3 Prequel
Recently, Bethesda laid out a comprehensive roadmap detailing the future of the franchise. The studio plans to deliver more content for the multiplayer-focused Fallout 76. Furthermore, the team confirmed that the next Fallout 76 expansion is officially titled Raven Rock.
This specific expansion will serve as a direct prequel story to Fallout 3. Bethesda plans to launch the update at some point in 2027. Hardcore fans know Raven Rock as a heavily fortified military base controlled by the Enclave faction. Therefore, it holds a central role in some of the most interesting plot developments of the original game. Through this Fallout 76 expansion, players will uncover exciting new revelations and gain valuable context for the classic main quest.
Fallout 3 & New Vegas Remasters
The upcoming prequel sets the perfect stage for another highly demanded project. Bethesda recently confirmed that a Fallout 3 remaster actually exists. The studio stopped short of announcing a strict release date, but fans have a good idea of what to expect.
The scope of the project will likely mirror the upcoming Oblivion remaster. Essentially, players can expect a near-identical gameplay experience compared to the 2008 release. However, developers will implement vastly improved graphics that match modern standards. Additionally, Fallout 3 is not returning alone. Bethesda confirmed that the fan-favorite Fallout: New Vegas is getting a remaster as well.
The Future of the Fallout Franchise
Beyond the remasters and the 2027 prequel, the broader franchise roadmap looks incredibly packed. Firstly, television fans can look forward to a third season of the popular Fallout series on Prime Video. Meanwhile, gamers also have a brand-new Obsidian Fallout game to anticipate. This unannounced Obsidian project will release before the next mainline entry to help tide fans over.
Finally, Bethesda confirmed that Fallout 5 remains its next big project. However, the development team must completely wrap up The Elder Scrolls 6 first. As a result, fans should not expect Fallout 5 to hit shelves until the 2030s.
