Beyond the scripts, Carter also pointed to a shift in tonal direction. While the original Fallout games balanced absurdity with a grim, bleak atmosphere, he feels Bethesda has steered the series toward a lighter tone. “Every creative choice has its trade-offs, but for Fallout: London, we committed to a darker, more gritty experience. That’s the true heart of Fallout, and I think Bethesda is moving in the opposite direction.”
While Microsoft and Bethesda are unlikely to divest themselves of such massive revenue drivers—especially with The Elder Scrolls 6 in development and Fallout 5 on the distant horizon—Carter’s comments highlight a growing sentiment among the hardcore modding community. Fans remain hopeful that the developers can recapture the magic and address the criticisms that have followed their recent releases.
“I don’t think Bethesda hates the series,” noted a former lead from the New Vegas era, “they just seem to have drifted from its original roots.”
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Source: gamesradar.com
