Fallout: New Vegas

In short: Fallout: New Vegas is an RPG game released in 2010 by Obsidian Entertainment, available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Our score: 9.4/10 (highly recommended). Lowest price we found right now: $0.99.

What happens in Vegas... stays in the wasteland.

Developed by Obsidian Entertainment, New Vegas is considered the best modern Fallout. Set in the Mojave Desert, it features incredible writing, faction systems, and player agency.

Game details

• Developer: Obsidian Entertainment
• Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
• Release year: 2010
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
• Category: RPG

Our review

Fallout: New Vegas is the RPG gold standard. Obsidian created a world where every choice matters, factions feel real, and the writing is razor-sharp. The Mojave Wasteland is unforgettable.

Pros

• Best RPG writing ever
• Meaningful player choice
• Deep faction system
• Incredible replay value

Cons

• Buggy on release
• Dated engine

FAQ

Why is New Vegas so beloved?

Outstanding writing, meaningful choices, and deep RPG mechanics make it a masterpiece.

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Last updated: 01/04/2026