Filming on "Fallout" season 2 has started
The "deathclaws" could be introduced in the second season
Back to the end of times: the series adaptation of "Fallout" was a complete success. A whopping 16 Emmy nominations and praise from critics and audiences alike made it clear: naturally the series will be continued. Filming for season 2 has now begun.
Ghoul actor Walton Goggins recently shared a sneak peek behind the scenes on Instagram. The actor posted a photo of himself in make-up, confirming that production is in full swing. He also added that it felt damn good to slip back into that distinctive skin.
In addition to Goggins, there are also rumors about new faces in the cast. For example, "Home Alone" actor Macaulay Culkin is set to take on one of the main roles - allegedly playing a mad genius. Whether this information turns out to be true remains to be seen. However, the cast would certainly fit the bill: the former child star is now known for his interest in rather wacky characters. Of course, the rest of the cast, including Ella Purnell as Lucy and Aaron Moten as Maximus, will also be returning.
In an interview, producer Jonathan Nolan revealed that a very special location will be the focus of the second season of "Fallout": There is talk of a cityscape that is to be strongly reminiscent of New Vegas from the mutually named game. The possible introduction of the Deathclaws has also been discussed. The co-showrunners revealed that they wanted to save such elements for the second season in order to give them the necessary significance and impact. So apparently we're in for something big.
The Fallout games: An icon of post-apocalyptic gaming
The "Fallout" series is one of the best-known and most influential video game series in the genre of post-apocalyptic role-playing games. Originally developed by Interplay Entertainment and later acquired by Bethesda Softworks, the series has established itself as a cult classic over the decades. With a mixture of deep storytelling, black humor, retro-futurism and an open world, it draws players into a dark but fascinating vision of the future.
The origins of the series
The first part of the series, "Fallout: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game", was released in 1997. Inspired by classic pen-and-paper role-playing games such as "Dungeons & Dragons" and post-apocalyptic films such as "Mad Max", the game relied on an isometric perspective and a turn-based combat system. It was characterized by a rich world shaped by the aftermath of a nuclear war. Players took on the role of an inhabitant of the Vault, an underground bunker designed to protect humanity from the nuclear apocalypse.
With a multitude of moral decisions and consequences, the game laid the foundation for later titles. It was not only a technical success, but also an artistic milestone that demonstrated the potential of video games as a medium for in-depth stories.
The transition to Bethesda
Following the financial decline of Interplay, Bethesda Softworks acquired the rights to the series and released "Fallout 3" in 2008. This installment marked a turning point for the series, as it switched from an isometric view to a first or third-person perspective and featured a fully three-dimensional world.
"Fallout 3" took players to the ruins of Washington, D.C., and offered an open world that focused on exploration, survival and freedom of choice. With Bethesda's renowned S.P.E.C.I.A.L. attribute system and V.A.T.S. (Vault-Tec Assisted Targeting System) combat system, the game established a new era for Fallout.
Expansions and spin-offs
The success of "Fallout 3" was followed by "Fallout: New Vegas" (2010), developed by Obsidian Entertainment, as well as "Fallout 4" (2015) and the controversial online multiplayer game "Fallout 76" (2018). New Vegas in particular is highly appreciated by fans for its in-depth story, sophisticated faction systems and moral complexity.
While "Fallout 4" was praised for its technical improvements and the introduction of base building, "Fallout 76" was initially heavily criticized for technical problems and a lack of content. Nevertheless, Bethesda has significantly improved the game with numerous updates and expansions.
Cult status and influence
The "Fallout" series is more than just a video game. It has built a culture around itself, with fan communities, cosplay, mods and even board games. Its depiction of a retro-futuristic world, combined with black humor and social criticism, makes it unique.
Particularly noteworthy is how Fallout addresses social issues such as greed, abuse of power and the consequences of technological progress. It is a warning to humanity, but also a tribute to the unwavering will to survive.
