Fallout: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game

Interplay put a lot of thought and care into the story of this game. No two playthroughs are alike and every quest has many possible outcomes. Additionally the game has a very unnerving vibe in a way that is appropriate to its setting.

Awesome game! Was worth every penny. No its not a perfect fallout with stunning graphics, its just overall an amazing fallout with so much to do and an amazing story. I would highly recommend if you like classic older games with a great story.

10/10

Positive Bits

+ Well Crafted Story not too long nor too short
+ The Build Variety is not as expanded upon as compared to Fallout 2 [its the first] but there is enough to keep you in
+ You have the rare power to talk to people
+ You also have the rare power to also not talk to people in meaningful any way
+ a special feature to ask about specific things in dialogue [one word or so but neat relic feature]
+ There is an actually useful dog companion in this and is the goodest of the good boys
+ Power Armor at its first and finest
+ Interactions within the game world carry positives and negatives and some even make you feel like a hero [wild right ?]

Negatives

- The open world might feel empty upon full completion [again its the first]
- Not every quest/npc is written with the same level of detail [not enough to make one stop playing but you can tell]
- The Companion system as stated several times online by many is infamous for being half-baked and to some that might be off putting

A 10/10 is given by me due to being a long-time fan of the fallout series , plenty of imperfections still exist in this old janky game but just like most old gems if you manage to ignore the few issues that plague it you will find a fun time

Brutal but fascinating. This game is super fun to explore but also really difficult, without many difficultly modes. It does NOT hold your hand at all, it lets you figure it out yourself.
Honestly, the game is well designed but it has terrible controls. Even after you get used to them they are still awkward.
7/10 worth buying on sale

30 Hours Was All It Took

They were enough to make me realize what Tim Cain and his team created back in ’97. A whole year before I was even born, they made the foundation for a series we still love today. I started with Fallout 4, then went back to 3 and New Vegas. But nothing prepared me for this.

At first? I hated it. It was slow, clunky, and felt empty—especially compared to the bloated open worlds we’re used to now. But little by little, the atmosphere got to me. The music. The brown, dusty visuals. The isolation. The bleak, horrifying stories. I played the Fallout et tu version (huge thanks to the modders), which helped a lot. I went in blind, picked Albert—the default charisma guy—and just let the game beat me up a little.

Then it clicked.

I started loving the locations, especially The Hub. It gave me Diamond City vibes, or like the big centers from later games. It felt alive in a world that’s otherwise dead. The quests? There’s always more than one way to do things—even if they’re not always clear or balanced, they’re there. It’s rough around the edges, but that’s what makes it feel real.

The Antagonist, that’s where Fallout 1 shines. He’s not just the evil dude go kill him—he’s someone you understand. You might even agree with some of what he says… but you know you can’t go with him. That kind of complexity is rare.

If you want to play this game: lower your expectations about gameplay and modern comfort. It’s raw. It’s miserable. But it knows exactly what it is—and once it gets under your skin, it sticks.

Boring, brutal, and brilliant. Recommended.

at first its compelling I may say but after you get used to the game, it becomes so fun. Peak game indeed.

it takes some learning and patience, but once you figure it out it can be fun, i'd give it a soft recommendation for anyone curious about the older fallout games

It's good, the story is really great but the gameplay can be jarring if you're used to more modern games.

YES! If you can learn the mechanics and just run around and talk to people, you will really see how this is where the fallout we know and love came from. I am currently on my second play through of the game, determined to do as much content as possible, as well as beat the game fully. 7/10 trying to be generous given its release is older than me haha.

Couldn't pay me to try and play this without the use of google, great game if you have a manual or a wiki, or a lot of time and saves.

Well worth playing for fans of Fallout or older isometric RPGs, but comes with its drawbacks. As someone less accustomed to this style of RPG, I found the combat encounters to be decently challenging throughout the game, but there is a particularly harsh difficulty spike towards the end of the game, with a *certain* enemy type being able to one-shot you at times even with Power Armour equipped. This was quite frustrating as it got to the point where I felt that I had to roll a dice every time I entered an encounter, and I had to use some cheesy mechanics to clear the final two 'dungeons' of the game (lockpick spam, save scumming etc.). That said, those who are a bit smarter with their builds than I was may have a more manageable experience.

Combat aside. the game world feels far more desolate and 'apocalyptic' than it does in the main entries, and the atmosphere offers a good mix of bleakness and morbid humour. It is also cool to witness the early days of some of the groups/locations present in the later games. It is not always clear what your next destination/short-term objective is, and while this may be a source of frustration for some, I think it's quite neat from a role-playing perspective as you're encouraged to talk to people and find your own way forward. Raiders and other human NPCs aren't as weak as they are in the other games, so you are encouraged to negotiate and find non-combat solutions to problems when interacting with them in the early sections of the game rather than going guns-blazing, as you might otherwise be tempted to do. In short, you're encouraged to interact with the world in a somewhat more interesting, nuanced way, and feel more like a vulnerable, lone traveller than an invincible juggernaut.

In short, if you can stomach some (somewhat janky) difficulty and old-school, vague objectives, this is worth checking out.

It's okay. I beat it on stream, its definitely a classic, however, it does have a lack of content that makes replayability essentially non-existent. At most you could replay the game to try and win by using a different set of weapons/skills, but it doesn't make too huge a difference. As far as I can tell, there aren't really multiple endings per say, instead, its more along the lines of, you either beat the bad guys or die trying, and if you ever try to become a bad guy, the game basically just gives you a game over right there. Story is pretty linear, but gameplay isn't so restrictive that the game is impossible to play. I think the beginning is a total slog and absolute noob filter, but after that, the game does get a little better, once you (mostly) stop dying instantly from everything.

This is the classic RPG that started it all! And it is still holds up! Don't be shy and give it a try!

one of the best CRPG games i've played in a LONG time. it is a tad bit difficult to get used to the gameplay since i haven't really played many games like this but after a while of playing i got used to it, overall i love this game.

A game that is able to depict in an realistic way the atrocities of what a post-apocalyptic nuclear scenario would be, the controls may be clunky to today's standards but it's still worth the awesome experience. And be prepared to miss all you shots

I personally love the Fallout franchise the first fallout game I every played was fallout 3 and ever sense I've loved the games and all they have to offer this is my first time playing fallout 1 but so far my experience with the game has been extremely enjoyable and I would defiantly recommend it to others and the rest of the fallout franchise as well

Interplay Entertainment hates the player they must. I had witnessed my companions had killed each other multiple times dogmeat is just strait up trying to game end himself. Matter of fact I had missed a shot on a raider and evaprorated dogmeat. You can get a heart attack from useing to much super stimpacks. You can get a crit that damages you and drop your weapon at random. tods curse is also here as the game will crash and the worst spots possible losing progress. vendor are pure scam artist and hate you. one time I had killed a super mutant just to find it was friendly and had a flower just for the girl to discover the super mutant which was her friend died and cried and called me a asshole. got crit hit in the head became blind without noticeing and for 4 hours wondering why my aim was bad just to realize. I had bullet in my eyes and was blind as ghoul on anthrax. The brotherhood are actual jerks they sent me to the glow a nuclear filled death zone because they felt it would be funny and planned for me to die there so I don't join them. gizmo reminds me of a mole rat and for that needed to get jumped. I jumped the blades for the caps killed the mother deathclaw as the gun runner promised a better price just to find out they where freinds with the blades and got humbled. this game is pure evil but I always came back at the end I had fun true real fun war , war never changes

Even with its retro appearance, this game still holds up to this day. It's filled with lore and everything else that is needed to bring satisfaction to all Fallout fans. Very good.

Great worldbuilding and lore, really draws you into the world with its atmosphere, a good entry into the Fallout franchise

All your companions will die at Mariposa Military Base because they are so dumb that they will cross the laser doors over and over again until you run out of stimpacks or just don't care saving them anymore.

Game is good though.

This Game Is Amazing. The Combat, Dialog, Missions, And Overarching Story Is Great. One Of The Best RPG's I've Played, Too. Only One (almost) Fatal Flaw Is That It's Very Alienating To Someone Who Hasn't Experienced A 90's Computer Rpg (so alot of people.) It Might Be Confusing At First, But PLEASE Go In With A Guide Just In Case. Not Gonna Spoil It But The Ending IS Beautiful.

My Biggest Advice Is That Not Everything Has A Set Path, And Can Be Sometimes Be Completed Via What You Specialize In Like Combat, Lockpicking, Speech, Ect.

To Make A Playthrough Easy:
1. Make A Custom Character And Remove All Points In Charisma. It Means NOTHING In This Game.
2. Put Agility up to 9 and use Gifted. Agility Is The Most Important Stat
3. Improve luck, intelligence, And Perception. All Real Important.

Overall, Be Humble And DON'T Go In Blind, You Won't Like it.

there is a slight learning curve, but once you pass that, it's honestly a phenomenal game!! Fallout definitely hit the gaming community swinging!

There are two words I would use to describe this game: Brutally endeering. Fallout 1 is an experience I will never forget. I started playing fallout with Fallout: New Vegas, and starting working my way back to the older games.

I didn't think I'd like the original fallouts that much but boy was I wrong. This game is far from perfect, but that doesn't mean it isn't a masterpiece. First thing I should talk about, this game pulls ZERO punches. You are instantly thrown into the world and basically told to "figure it out", which I honestly like. It's a much more refreshing experience than just "follow the marker".

The movement hasn't aged well but I got used to it pretty quickly. The combat is fun and encourages strategy, although sometimes it can be a bit BS with all the critical hits and misses. My favorite part of the game is the story and characters.

obviously I don't want to spoil anything but I can say this; The game has a very fleshed out world with lots of characters you can talk to, NPCs will even engage in conversation with other NPCs, the story is just as fleshed out and I honestly find it to be one of the best videogame stories of all time.

So yeah, I went in to this thinking I would hate it, but I ended up loving it. Incredible game, 10/10

One of the greatest old school rpg survival games. Would recommend for people who wish to test this great giant of a game.

good game for lore but the gameplay has aged i had to have 4 screens playing subway surfer ads and lofi and 5 screens of asmr vids to stay focused

A classic. It's clunky, occasionally hard to tell what to do, and shows its age, but it remains a great game. Once you realize how the game wants you to play (it doesn't hold your hand, and therefore encourages your own curiosity as a player) or if you follow a guide (I did, and it doesn't change the experience much at all, allowing you to know where to start all the quests), the game clicks and you let the origin of an iconic series take over your recent playtime.

I've been on a sleepless bender on this game for a few days now, and i believe i am going senile playing. 10/10 would recommend

Hasn't aged the best, but the story and gameplay is fun enough. If you're a newer fan looking to delve into the older games, give it a try :3

While it isn't always the most intuitive, Fallout has a great story, very atmospheric music, and a fun combat system. Overall, it's an amazing game once you get past the sharp learning curve.

If you're a Fallout fan and haven't played through the original, I highly recommend it. About as brutal as NV or 3, and IMO, better than 4 or 76. Quite a bit of difficulty to it, unless you've played through it already or looked up a guide.

At some points, it may require a walkthrough, just because you have to see like 5 pixels on the map and understand that that's an item that you have to grab to progress.

The puzzle aspect of the game was probably the most challenging part of it for me, but make no mistake, the combat isn't easy.

Amazing story gameplay is a bit tough to begin with but once you get used to it its not too bad. This game feels much darker and way more intense than the fps titles. I've really enjoyed this one totally worth the price if you are a serious fallout fan or just love playing classic games than this one is definitely for you.

-Buy fallout to see how it was like at first
-Screw around in character creation
-Overseer tells me to find a water chip
-I leave the vault
-I try to fight a rat
-I miss
-Shortly after i perish because i dont understand turn based combat
10/10 game would die again

Legendary, started a legend and still holds up. Great ambiance, that's what I like about it. The world it built. Feels good playing. Fun story, great RPG

Fallout is a very fun game with great world building and lore once you figure out how the hell to play.

In my opinion, this game has aged very well. The combat is easy to learn. you arent told what to do all the time but are given a general direction of where to go. Intelligence 1 build is very funny. Your character isnt some world ending badass, you are some regular joe smoe with the intelligence of a brick and a gun.

Definitely took a little time getting used to playing but once i did it is a pretty good experience

Might be a bit late to the party, but this game is great. One of the best rpgs i have ever played. as a fan of the new games i was worried it would be to complicated, but after playing for a bit and watching a guide this game is great. Going to be playing fallout 2 right after this. I can say that fallout is 100% worth a play today.

actually pretty fun, if you set aside the graphics and outdated mechanics, its actually a pretty fun play.

Very outdated game with tons of bugs, terrible AI and inventory system and overly simplistic writing.

The only things that I enjoyed about this game were a much darker atmosphere of apocalypse (compared to the later series) and a timer-based sense of urgency which I found refreshing.

Good as a history lesson. Fallout 2 is better in every way.

I didn't even come close to finish it but damn what a nice game, difficult as hell

Absolutely love the fallout franchise. I never had the chance to play the original fallout games until much later, and I have to say the game play and story is so so so addictive and I always come back to it. I would recommend this game for all new or old fans of the fallout franchise.

its worth it!!! just like look up a tutorial video first and then maybe use the wiki if youre really stuck but like its good!!!!!! trust me man it'll change your lifeee

As a Fallout junkie, the original Fallout series is one that i highly recommend! It is a point-and-click style game which may not be everyone's favorite style, but I think anyone who loves fallout should get this one and fallout 2 ASAP!!

1st time player of a CRPG and coming from playing mostly FO NV, & Bethesda's FO4. After 30 hours (4 restarts & lots of deaths) and after acquiring the water chip, this is what I love about FO 1 by INTERPLAY.

-I can punch rats
-Be on the intellectual level of a cave man and still succeed
-My choices matter
-Awesome world building and lore
-Already getting giddy about multiple play-through's and the different 'roles' I want to play

What I have learned:
Bethesda has eroded the core of what FO was, and now that my eyes have been opened, I can never look at Bethesda's FO the same every again.

First time playing this classic. Wow. Once I got past the minimal learning curve, it was a blast. I almost didn't want to finish, but I'm too excited to try #2 now

I beat the game in one sitting so it has to be good. Right. RIGHT!? But yeah, I think if there was more chances for your one character to attack then this would probably be better. This game would probably suck if you couldn't have any companions in your squad. I also had nightmares from this game cause theres only like 2 or 3 track songs. But the characters are cool and so are the missions and quests. Deathclaws also want to make me rip my hair out. Gameplay definitely isnt for everyone, but being a fallout fan, im able to tolerate it.

This game is just amazing This game really juts makes you really gets you into this world the gameplay is fun but also bullshit. This game is really cool and you randomly just die by 132 damage so you should save a lot.

As a big fallout 3/New vegas fan, i wanted to dive deeper into the lore. Definitely a learning curve on the mechanics and controls of the game. But with some youtube videos i was able to learn pretty fast. Very different from what i was used to but i really enjoy it!

great game but could use some quality of life improvements or just a remaster

Amazing CRPG, 10/10 story, design, characters, gameplay and creativity, you can customise your dweller however you like and play the game in different ways, my favourite way of playing is with 1 intelligence with the unique and hilarious custom speech options you are given with it. I love this game a lot and have played it multiple times in different ways, and loved it every time. Love this game, and IMO better than fallout 2.