Fallout 3: PC Game Review - Is it Insanely Fun?

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The discussion revolves around the game "Fallout 3," focusing on its graphics, gameplay mechanics, and overall enjoyment. Participants express varying opinions on the game's quality and its place within the Fallout series, with some reflecting on their long-term engagement with the franchise.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express strong enjoyment of the game, describing it as "insane" and "balling."
  • Others criticize the graphics, suggesting they are outdated and not significantly improved from previous games like Rainbow Six.
  • Concerns are raised about the game's mechanics, particularly regarding the movement dynamics of robots, which some participants find problematic.
  • A participant mentions a long history with the Fallout series, indicating a personal connection to the franchise despite not being an avid gamer.
  • One participant expresses disappointment, stating that Fallout 3 feels like an insult to the series, though they acknowledge that this view may not be widely shared.
  • Another participant suggests that the technology used in the game could be improved without needing revolutionary changes.
  • There is a mention of a comment from the game producers about the lengthy development time of four years, though the source is not recalled.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally disagree on the quality of the game, with some praising it while others find it lacking. There is no consensus on the game's graphics or overall value within the Fallout series.

Contextual Notes

Participants' opinions are influenced by their personal experiences with gaming and the Fallout franchise, leading to varied perspectives on what constitutes quality in video games.

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Readers interested in video game reviews, particularly fans of the Fallout series or those comparing game graphics and mechanics.

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Those grapics are horrible. They really need to make revolutionary steps in video games because it doesn't look all that much better than when I played rainbow six back in high school.

The robots dynamics are all screwy when he walks too. He takes a step and then scoots left or right because he can't walk over something on the map. You can see it on the bridge.
 
Here you can watch the better quality version of the game. I really don't play games but I have been following the Fallout series since it came out in the 1997 so I had to give it a try for the good time sake.

http://media.pc.ign.com/media/568/568806/vids_1.html
 
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Cyrus said:
Those grapics are horrible.

I used to be editor in chief of monthly computer games magazine back in nineties. Horrible is exagerration. But I didn't like it either, I have seen better animation years ago.

They really need to make revolutionary steps in video games because it doesn't look all that much better than when I played rainbow six back in high school.

The robots dynamics are all screwy when he walks too. He takes a step and then scoots left or right because he can't walk over something on the map. You can see it on the bridge.

They don't have to make any revolutionary steps, it will be enough to use correct technology available :smile:
 
Youtube doesn't really do HD gaming any justice. I think I'd prefer Far Cry 2 for more realism.
 
To be honest I think fallout 3 is an insult to the fallout series, but then again only weird people agree with me.
 
i remember hearing the game producers comment that this game was in the making for 4 years, but I don't remember where the video is on youtube.
 

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