Amid the unfolding events in the Fallout TV series, Bethesda Studio's Emil Pagliarulo has stepped in to shed light on the status of Fallout: New Vegas in the Fallout universe - warning: spoilers ahead for the show. Despite being a fan-favorite, concerns arose regarding the canonical standing of Fallout: New Vegas after the show's developments.
The highly praised Fallout TV adaptation showcases the potential of video game conversions when handled with precision to bridge different mediums. Balancing nods to please hardcore enthusiasts and world-building to entice newcomers, Fallout, akin to The Last of Us, adeptly captures the essence of its origin. Notably, it achieves this feat without alienating viewers unfamiliar with the franchise. Yet, a minor detail in the show sparked fears that Obsidian's Fallout: New Vegas had been sidelined.
Major spoilers ahead for the Fallout TV series. Responding to a query on Twitter, Emil Pagliarulo clarified that Fallout: New Vegas remains a canonical part of the series, stating, "We've never suggested otherwise." Concerns arose from a timeline in episode 6 implying the prior nuking of Shady Sands, the NCR capital, before the events of Fallout: New Vegas. However, Pagliarulo, known for his work on Fallout 3 and 4, highlighted that this did not contradict the game's narrative.
Clearing the Air on Fallout: New Vegas Canon
The conclusive shot in the series should dispel any doubts about the status of Fallout: New Vegas in the canon. Vault 33's Overseer, Hank MacClean, gazes toward New Vegas, albeit in a modified form from the game, considering the show's 15-year gap post the game's events. While concerns over the TV show's impact on canon lingered, this specific issue appears insignificant.
Following the Fallout TV series' debut, confidence in a second season is high, given the first season's conclusion. While Fallout seems poised for success, recent remarks from Todd Howard hint at a slim chance for an Elder Scrolls TV adaptation. Nonetheless, Bethesda's successful TV venture sets the stage for future projects, be it more Fallout content or something entirely new.