Fans of the post-apocalyptic wasteland have reason to celebrate, as fresh reports indicate that beloved classics Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are set to receive the remaster treatment. This exciting development follows the successful shadow-drop of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion's remake in April 2025.
Sources Point to Dual Wasteland Revivals
According to a report from Windows Central published this week, sources close to the matter claim that remasters for both titles are in the planning stages under Microsoft's direction. This aligns with previous hints found in leaked court documents from Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, which explicitly mentioned remasters for Oblivion and Fallout 3.
The inclusion of Fallout: New Vegas adds significant weight to the rumours. Originally developed by Obsidian Entertainment, the title has maintained a fervent fanbase and is often hailed as one of the series' high points. With Obsidian now also under the Microsoft umbrella alongside Bethesda Game Studios, the collaboration potential is considerable.
What Form Will the Remasters Take?
While official details are scarce, industry speculation suggests the projects may follow a similar blueprint to the recent Oblivion remake. That project cleverly utilised Unreal Engine 5 for a stunning graphical overhaul while retaining the original game's engine for core logic and gameplay mechanics.
Given that Fallout 3 and New Vegas both operate on the older Gamebryo engine—the same foundation as Oblivion—this hybrid approach seems a plausible and efficient path forward. However, whether Bethesda opts for this method or pursues a more comprehensive, ground-up remake remains to be officially confirmed.
A Fallout Renaissance in Full Swing
This news arrives during a undeniable peak for the Fallout franchise. The acclaimed television series on Amazon Prime continues to earn strong reviews, with all aired episodes holding scores above 7.8 on IMDb. Furthermore, a major Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 collaboration is imminent, featuring skins of the show's protagonists and limited-time events.
Bethesda's studio lead, Todd Howard, recently stoked the flames in an interview, stating that Fallout is "the franchise we're doing the most in right now." While this was widely interpreted as referencing the TV show and Fallout 76 support, it may well have been a subtle nod to these unannounced remaster projects.
With the highly anticipated The Elder Scrolls VI and a distant Fallout 5 still on the far horizon, these potential remasters serve as the perfect offering to sate the appetites of a patient and passionate fanbase, allowing them to revisit the Capital Wasteland and the Mojave Desert in a dazzling new light.
