I don't own consoles, so PC, but for me, mods are what made Fallout 3 from a great game into one of my absolute favorite games. Anyone who has only played the console versions of Fallout 3, or who has only played the game without mods, is truly missing out.
If Fallout 4 is as moddable as it's predecessor was, then the clear choice would be the PC version for anyone who is capable of running it.
I'll have to pick it up on the Xbone, because I just don't see myself upgrading my PC any time soon--it needs a new processor and mobo (and power supply) at the very least, and that's too big of an expense this year. Eventually though I'll upgrade my PC and just buy the damn thing again, because that's how I roll with some games (like Fallout 3, for example).
Unless there is a huge performance difference between consol and PC versions ill get it on PS4. Bethesda games for me are best played with my feet up on a couch. Sitting in a chair at my PC is never quite the same.
I'll do what I always do with Bethesda games — buy it first for consoles and enjoy the story on a couch, then pick it up for PC in a Steam sale and mod the crap out of it.
PC of course. The look of the game isn't that great so I'm not expecting a big gap between consoles and PC but the possible potential from mods is more than enough reason for me to go PC
Depends on the release date. If it's late november or later I will maybe get PC since I will probably build a top of the line rig to play VR games and XCOM around that time. Any earlier and I will go PS4.
PS4 just isn't holding up, I can get it looking better and running smoother for less money. And the community will fix all the bugs faster than Bethesda.
I'll be going with the Xbox One version myself. Not much of a PC person, I do occasionally think about getting a good PC and going crazy with mods on Fallout 3 and New Vegas though.
If my PC can run it well I may pick it up on that though it's fairly low on my priority list for this year. If my PC doesn't do well by it then I'll just wait since I don't think I can play a Bethesda game without mods at this point which is both a blessing and a curse as every time I want to play Skyrim I end up spending 6 hours updating mods and burning out on it without even playing.
I'll probably go with PS4 on release (if I even get it on release), because I don't want to sit at a computer for a 100+ hour RPG ever again. Maybe then get the inevitable GOTY version for $5 on Steam a couple years down the road. My PC is pretty old now but the game doesn't look like it'll be that intensive to run.
Also there's no way this game doesn't launch with an updated "paid mod" system, so that's not much of a draw for me until I can see the specifics/am proven otherwise.
I don't own consoles, so PC, but for me, mods are what made Fallout 3 from a great game into one of my absolute favorite games. Anyone who has only played the console versions of Fallout 3, or who has only played the game without mods, is truly missing out.
If Fallout 4 is as moddable as it's predecessor was, then the clear choice would be the PC version for anyone who is capable of running it.
Am I crazy for assuming we'll get Steam Workshop support this time around?
For me, depending on how this year shakes out, I may or may not have a good PC. I'd happily play this on PS4 but Fallout very especially has always had a great modding scene, so PC is the place to play for me.
Am I crazy for assuming we'll get Steam Workshop support this time around?
I wish. And who knows, maybe this will be the game in which Bethesda and Valve try their hand at paid mods again. If so, I just hope they do it right next time.
Am I crazy for assuming we'll get Steam Workshop support this time around?
I wish. And who knows, maybe this will be the game in which Bethesda and Valve try their hand at paid mods again. If so, I just hope they do it right next time.
Oh yeah I had nearly forgotten about that... This is probably the game to try that out with again. Cross your fingers!
If I play it it'll be on PC. I can't stand playing Bethesda games without mods. But if they try to lock the modding community down to the Steam Workshop(which I half expect they will), I'm out.
I don't think I can ever play a Bethesda RPG on a console ever again. I went back to New Vegas shortly after I got a PC so I could write down my favorite guns and... yeesh.
PC because that's where I like to play my Bethesda RPGs. I really should look into upgrading my rig though since everything in it is at least 4 years old.
Given Bethesda's track record on Sony consoles, I'm hoping for a smooth PS4 launch since I only have a PS4 and a laptop, which is awful for most games currently. Played Fallout 3, New Vegas, Oblivion and Skyrim all on the 360 last gen and I don't plan on picking up an Xbox One.
PS4 is structured much differently than the PS3 was, so here's hoping.
What's the engine situation with Fallout 4? If it's still Gamebryo, hopefully it's been torn down and completely rebuilt or something entirely new since Skyrim because holy crap...put that baby out to pasture.
I don't own consoles, so PC, but for me, mods are what made Fallout 3 from a great game into one of my absolute favorite games. Anyone who has only played the console versions of Fallout 3, or who has only played the game without mods, is truly missing out.
Either it's really amazing or you're overselling it! I mean, how could mods change Fallout that radically? I put 10 hours into F3 and disliked it, then years later put 40 hours into F:NV, and I modded the hell out of Skyrim, but I can't think of how mods can affect a Fallout game as much as you say. So tell me!
I wonder what this would look like if the question were "For those of you with options, what will you get it on."
Like in my head the advice for these games is first and foremost, play it on what ever you can..but play it on PC if you've got the option. I wonder if people tend to feel the same way or not.
I'll get you started and point you in the direction of the Fallout 3 Wanderers Edition mod - this is the most popular complete gameplay overhaul that most people use.
Richer character development + RPG experience where SPECIAL, skill, and Perk choices matter more
Faster paced and more unforgiving combat for an enhanced FPS experience
Greatly improved the "survival" aspect of the game, including injuries, loot rarity, and daily needs
New equipment and a complete rebalance of all weapons, armor, and other gear
Improvements to the diversity, character, and behavior of many actors, factions, and creatures
Overall a more immersive game experience
In-game "Control Panel" and optional modules allow you to configure FWE to your preferred playstyle
Compatiblity support for other popular mods including MMM, WMK, EVE and Project Beauty
There are a whole host of other mods, both gameplay and graphics, that can really enhance the Fallout 3 experience in many different ways. Honestly though, going through the pros and cons of modding or what mods are the best, or what may "convince you" that mods are what made the game for me isn't really something I'm interested in doing, or have the time to do. Start digging and check out some mods for yourself, it's all inherently subjective anyway. Hopefully you will find some that you find interesting enough to warrant giving them a try!
mods are great n'all, but when i'm in the mood for some Oblivion i usually opt for the vanilla on my 360 over the heavily modded version on my pc. i just prefer the console experience.
Well, I do have much more tolerance towards Bethesda games today than back in 2010, and I do want to finish F3 before the new F4 is out (just like I played Oblivion before Skyrim was out), so hey, I think I'm gonna install F3 after Witcher 3 is over, and that mod you recommended!
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