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Following the success ofFallout’sTV series adaptation, it seems likeFallout 4is returning to its glory days. Almost a decade after its release, the game is seeing significant growth in player count and overall sales.
Moreover, across Europe, the game’s sales have climbed over 7500%. Those numbers are staggering, and there’s a big reason why. It seems like finally Xbox is getting a share of the spotlight, given how lately it has been hogged byHelldivers 2.
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At this point, it’s clear that successful TV shows and movies play a crucial role inbringing more players into the interactive experience. FromThe Last of UstoFallout 4, great adaptations have shown players that transmedia storytelling works wonders when it comes to engaging any kind of audience.
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WhileHelldivers 2always thrived as a fantasy for everyone who loved the movieStarship Troopers, there are so many games from Bethesda that would make an incredible TV show. At the time of writing,Fallout 4has been enjoying a player count of more than 90,000 in the last month.
According toGamesIndustry.biz,Europe alone has seen the game enjoy more than 7500% sales as of late. If this stays strong, there’s a chance that other games from Bethesda may also enjoy the limelight.
Can Fallout Cross Helldivers 2’s Popularity?
While the thought of this may seem enjoyable to the Xbox community, it’s unlikely that theFalloutgames will have a player base similar toHelldivers 2. The simple reason is the latter’s live-service model. This is whereFallout 76might just have a chance.
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Live-service games have a certain charm to them that lets them enjoy a player’s reality a bit more. For instance, based on what’s going on in the world of multimedia, like movies or TV shows, the game can adapt to different seasonal updates, characters, locations, and so on.
For instance, games likeCall of Duty: WarzoneandFortnite Battle Royaledo exactly that. Multiple crossovers and new updates keep the content fresh. So, in case Bethesda chooses to do the same with its games, there might just be a chance that these games can adapt to better content updates.
Moreover, it’s essential to note that Bethesda’s focus on single-player campaigns may limit constant upgrades in a player base. Usually, gamers enjoy a single-player game, and once things are done and dusted, they move on. Unless it’s a truly special game, and sometimes the open world factors players into it too.
What do you think about the rise inFallout‘s popularity? Let us know in the comments below.
Tanay Sharma
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Tanay is a gaming writer who wears more hats than Red Dead Redemption 2 characters. He’s a musician, writer, voice-over artist and adores interactive media. He covers everything from game reviews to interviews with developers. His favorite games are the ones with memorable stories and characters. He’s also pursuing a master’s degree in Behavioral Sciences. No, he won’t read your mind.
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