Fallout 76
RPG
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
In-App Purchases
Playable without Timed Input
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Partial Controller Support
Remote Play on Tablet

Bethesda Game Studios welcome you to Fallout 76. Twenty-five years after the bombs fall, you and your fellow Vault Dwellers emerge into post-nuclear America. Explore a vast wasteland in this open-world multiplayer addition to the Fallout story.

Developers: Bethesda Game Studios
Publishers: Bethesda Softworks
Release Date: Apr 14, 2020
Price (USD): $3.99
Current Players: 29k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(73%)
improved since launch
helpful community
expansive world
multiplayer aspect
post-launch updates
graphics
bugs and performance
monetization
bland quests
Overall, the sentiment towards Fallout 76 is a mix of frustration and enjoyment. The game has improved significantly since launch, garnering praise for its expansive world and the helpful community. However, it continues to face bugs and performance issues, and the monetization tactics, particularly the need for a Fallout 1st subscription, are points of contention. Players have feelings about the multiplayer aspect, which for some enhances the experience, while others believe it detracts from what fans love about traditional Fallout games. Despite its flaws, many players find it worth trying, especially with friends or during a sale.

Positive Points

  • The game has significantly improved since its initial launch, providing a more enjoyable experience for players.
  • Many players appreciate the game's vast open world and the ability to explore and customize their experience.
  • The community is generally friendly and helpful, enhancing the multiplayer experience.
  • Negative Points

  • The game still suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues despite the improvements over the years.
  • Monetization strategies, such as the need for a Fallout 1st subscription for basic game features, are heavily criticized.
  • The game's story and quests are often described as dull or uninspired, lacking the depth of previous Fallout titles.
  • Mixed Points

  • Some players enjoy the multiplayer aspect, while others feel it detracts from the traditional single-player Fallout experience.
  • The post-launch updates and expansions have been received well by some, but others feel they haven't fixed core issues.
  • Common Themes

  • Players frequently mention the game's transformation from its problematic launch to a more playable state today.
  • The necessity of purchasing the Fallout 1st subscription for storage and other features remains a contentious point.
  • The graphics and aesthetics are often compared to Fallout 4, with many stating they haven't significantly improved.
  • Updated 1/3/2026, 12:01:19 AM UTC