Fallout 4
Fallout 4
It's in another place, which changes the narrative. It might include elements from Fallout 3 or New Vegas, but it shouldn't impact the main plot.
Fallout 3 and New Vegas unfold in the same universe yet at separate spots and times. It’s hard to predict exactly how much Fallout 4 will borrow from these titles. Still, I believe it will mostly nod to past experiences, perhaps making light of them. I think you’ll be fine overall. Fallout 4 seems likely to allude to earlier games in some way, maybe with humor—something worth experiencing 3 and New Vegas. They’re solid titles, but you might need mods to make them more enjoyable. I wouldn’t rush through them either; they’re large-scale projects that demand time. If you’re not up for that pace, Fallout 4 remains a solid starting point.
Generally, you don't have to. I didn't feel the need for it in Skyrim. There are some subtle clues from the previous title.
You haven't experienced Fallout before—get ready for an unusual adventure.
You don’t have to replay past matches to appreciate it—mostly you gain deeper understanding of the story and some recurring jokes and nods. The wiki gives you the essentials, but I’d suggest trying 3 or a new Vegas cheap if you want to experience them fully, since the two hours on Steam refund won’t cover the full scope of Fallout’s content.