# Fallout

Fallout is a post-apocalyptic tabletop RPG set in a world devastated by nuclear war, where players navigate a harsh, radioactive wasteland filled with mutated creatures, factions, and moral dilemmas. Key features include a unique S.P.E.C.I.A.L. character system, a focus on exploration, survival, and decision-making, and a richly detailed world filled with dark humor and moral ambiguity. Fallout stands out for its blend of retro-futuristic aesthetics, gritty storytelling, and emphasis on player choice and consequence in a world on the brink of collapse.

## At a Glance

Post-Apocalyptic • Needs GM • 5/5 complexity • Medium prep

## Why It Fits

A strong fit for groups that want life after collapse to drive the tone and choices, with character Customization helping define the experience.

## Fit Facts

- Players: 3-5 players + GM
- Session length: 120-240 minutes
- Prep: Medium

## Facets

- Genres: Post-Apocalyptic
- Mechanics: Character Customization, Exploration-Driven, Resource Management, Tactical Combat, Survival
- Themes: Dark

## Scores

- Complexity: 5/5
- New GM Fit: 1/5
- Roleplay Focus: 3/5
- Combat Focus: 3/5
- Tactical Depth: 5/5
- Campaign Depth: 5/5

## Best For

- Groups that want life after collapse to drive the tone and choices
- Tables that enjoy tuning characters and expressing concepts mechanically
- Long-form campaigns with room for the table to build momentum

## Avoid If

- You want a very light rules load
- You dislike tactical combat or heavier encounter procedure
- You mainly want short standalone sessions with minimal carryover

## Directory Notes

The 'Fallout' tabletop roleplaying game, published by Modiphius Entertainment, plunges players into the iconic post-apocalyptic setting of the video game franchise. It uses a modified version of the 2d20 System, emphasizing exploration, resource management, and character customization within a dark and often unforgiving world.

## Theme and Setting

Players can embody various character types, from Vault Dwellers to Ghouls, and navigate a landscape fraught with mutated creatures and warring factions. The game aims to capture the essence of the 'Fallout' universe, blending tactical combat with narrative-driven adventures.

## How Play Feels

The 'Fallout' tabletop RPG is steeped in a post-apocalyptic atmosphere, drawing heavily from the aesthetics and lore established in the video game series. The setting is a retro-futuristic version of America, decades after a devastating nuclear war.

## What Makes It Distinct

Players explore the ruins of once-great cities, encounter mutated creatures, and contend with scarce resources. The game emphasizes a sense of desolation and desperation , where survival is a constant struggle.

## Where It May Not Fit

You want a very light rules load You dislike tactical combat or heavier encounter procedure.

## Links

- Directory page: https://www.ttrpg-games.com/item/fallout
- Agent JSON: https://www.ttrpg-games.com/api/games/fallout.json
- Publisher or official site: https://modiphius.net/en-us/pages/fallout-the-roleplaying-game