Bethesda Softworks Newsletter
  Issue 11.25.08
Welcome
Fallout 3 has been out for less than a month, but we've already got some exciting new announcements for the game. This week we've announced the G.E.C.K., the official editor for PC fans looking to add their own creativity to the Fallout 3 game world. And coming in 2009, we'll be releasing new DLC to explore on Games for Windows and Xbox 360. Also, be sure to tune into Spike TV for the 6th Annual Spike TV Video Game Awards ,where Fallout 3 is nominated in seven categories – including Game of the Year.
In This Issue
Fallout® 3
New! G.E.C.K. Announced
New! DLC Announced
New! Planet Fallout's Interactive Map
Fallout 3 Nominated for Seven VGAs
Reviews & Awards
 
 
Bethesda Blog
 
Fallout 3
GECK Announced
Fallout 3 On Store Shelves Tomorrow

The official editor for Fallout 3, called the G.E.C.K. (Garden of Eden Creation Kit), will be available for free download in December and will allow Games for Windows® users to create and add their own content to the game. Read the full press release here.

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Downloadable Content Announced
Fallout 3 On Store Shelves Tomorrow

Three downloadable content packs will be coming to Xbox 360 and Games for Windows Live starting in January that will add newquests, items, and content to Fallout 3.

 

  • Operation: Anchorage. Enter a military simulation and fight in one of the greatest battles of the Fallout universe – the liberation of Anchorage, Alaska from its Chinese Communist invaders. An action-packed battle scheduled for release in January.
  • The Pitt. Journey to the industrial raider town called The Pitt, located in the remains of Pittsburgh. Choose your side. Scheduled for release in February.
  • Broken Steel. Join the ranks of the Brotherhood of Steel and rid the Capital Wasteland of the Enclave remnants once and for all. Continues the adventure past the main quest. Scheduled for release in March.

Read the full press release here.

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Planet Fallout's Interactive Map
Planet Fallout Interactive Map

Planet Fallout has released an interactive map of the Capital Wasteland. It pinpoints points of interest, ammo and quest locations, and more. Head over there to check it out for yourself.

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Planet Fallout's Interactive Map
Planet Fallout Interactive Map

Fallout 3 fetched seven nominations for this years VGAs. The nominations are as follows:

Find out what Fallout 3 wins on Spike TV on December 14th at 9 pm.

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Reviews
OXM OXM
10/10

"Games this captivating do not come along often. Between its engrossing story, ginormous world, well-crafted RPG side, and white-knuckle FPS combat, Fallout 3 completely, utterly gives you your $60 worth."
EuroGamer EuroGamer
10/10
"Bethesda has once again delivered a game of life-affirming brilliance that will be heralded as a classic, and talked about for years to come."
GameSpy GameSpy
5/5
"… Fallout 3 is a must-have title for most RPG fans, as well as one of the finest games of this generation."
UGO UGO
A+
"Fallout 3 manages to hit the nail on the head on all of those fronts, offering an incredibly compelling, massive world to explore, kick ass RPG-shooter gameplay and a story that'll keep your attention well through its many, many hours."
Xplay Xplay
5/5
"It seems the team at Bethesda must be fans as well, because not only does Fallout 3 earn its numeral, it does the Fallout name honor as well."
FHM FHM
5/5
Game of the Month
MSN MSN
4/4
"I doubt Fallout 3 will have to settle for second place in 2008; I can't imagine a more satisfying adventure coming out this year."
Associated Press Associated Press
4/4
"Bethesda's previous release, "The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion," was my runner-up for game of the year in 2006. I doubt "Fallout 3" will have to settle for second place in 2008"
LA Times LA Times
A
"Awe-inspiring."
"The engrossing game-play and magnificent graphics, combined with generally small load times, make it all truly spectacular."
Xplay Empire Online
5/5
"Gratuitous gore, a colossal game world, the freedom to choose your own path and an elegantly ironic use of Ella Fitzgerald tunes also make Fallout 3 the most atmospheric game this side of BioShock, and the most captivating role-player since Oblivion helped breathe fresh air into a stagnant genre."
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Rating Pending
Bethesda Blog
Latest Posts

New Developer Interview at Splash Damage

This week, our friends at Splash Damage have a new developer Q&A with Luis ‘Leftie’ Alvarado.

Keeping your eyes peeled

There’s a new Wasteland Stories diary, entitled On the importance of a keen eye, up today at Planet Fallout.

New comic at Ctrl+Alt+Del

Had a couple folks at the office forward me this Fallout 3-inspired comic from Tim Buckley at Ctrl+Alt+Del. Check it out and tell us what you think.

New Morrowind modding site brings new life to old mods

It’s been more than six years since The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind was released, yet the game continues to have a strong following — largely because of the dedicated modding community for the game.

Live-blogging from IGDA

This week in San Francicso, the International Game Developers Association (IGDA) is hosting a leadership forum for advancing game production and management.

New Games for Windows Live Update

As reported on Major Nelson’s blog, there’s a new update now available for Games For Windows Live.

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Download Now!
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Download Official Oblivion PC Plug-ins at OblivionDownloads.com
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