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Fallout: New Vegas

Fallout: New Vegas is a 2010 action role-playing video game developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Bethesda Softworks.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Fallout: New Vegas is a 2010 action role-playing video game developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Bethesda Softworks. It is set in the post-apocalyptic Mojave Desert and around New Vegas in the year 2281. The game was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

Gameplay

Fallout: New Vegas is an action role-playing game that allows play from either a first-person or third-person perspective. It features open-world exploration, combat, dialogue, and quest-based progression.

Setting

The game is set in 2281 in the Mojave Desert and the city of New Vegas, a post-apocalyptic version of Las Vegas. Its world is shaped by the aftermath of the Great War and the struggle for control of the region.

Development and release

Obsidian Entertainment developed the game and Bethesda Softworks published it. It launched in October 2010 on Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

Reception and legacy

Fallout: New Vegas has remained one of the most discussed entries in the Fallout series. It is often noted for its branching choices, faction-based story structure, and strong role-playing focus.

Key facts

  • Fallout: New Vegas is a 2010 action role-playing game set in the post-apocalyptic Mojave Desert and New Vegas.
  • The game was developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Bethesda Softworks.
  • It was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360 on October 19, 2010.
  • The story takes place in 2281, 204 years after a nuclear war in the Fallout timeline.
  • Fallout: New Vegas is considered a main entry in the Fallout series.
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Canadian context

The game is available to Canadian players on the same major platforms as other regions, and it has a substantial fan base in Canada as part of the globally popular Fallout franchise.

Frequently asked questions

What is Fallout: New Vegas?
It is a 2010 action role-playing video game developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Bethesda Softworks.
When was Fallout: New Vegas released?
It was released on October 19, 2010, in North America, with later releases in other regions in October and November 2010.
What platforms is Fallout: New Vegas on?
It was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Where is Fallout: New Vegas set?
It is set in the Mojave Desert and around New Vegas in the year 2281, after a nuclear war in the Fallout universe.
Is Fallout: New Vegas part of the Fallout series?
Yes. It is a main entry in the Fallout franchise.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fallout:_New_Vegas
    Supports: Developer, publisher, genre, release year, platforms, and setting.
  2. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fallout:_New_Vegas
    Supports: Release date, platforms, and broad overview.
  3. Fallout Wiki - Fandom — https://fallout.fandom.com/wiki/Fallout:_New_Vegas
    Supports: Series context, setting, and development notes.