Erf & Lew review: Fallout on Amazon Prime - part 1 & no spoilers! (CCOT #8)
May 30, 2024
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Lewis and Erfon discuss the new Fallout series on Amazon Prime, exploring its quality and potential without spoilers. They debate the portrayal of ideals and characters in the post-apocalyptic world, review the starting episodes, critique the adaptation, and enthusiastically discuss mutant characters and key plot points.
Bethesda Game Studios excels in creating immersive worlds with hundreds of hours of gameplay.
Mixed opinions on Amazon's Fallout series adaptation, with praise for retro-futuristic setting but criticism of modern-day narrative elements.
Deep dives
Overview of Fallout Series and Bethesda's Game Development
The podcast episode delved into the immersive and expansive world of the Fallout series developed by Bethesda Game Studios. The hosts expressed their admiration for the detailed and explorative nature of the games, highlighting the hundreds of hours of gameplay they offer. With references to beloved Bethesda creations like Skyrim and Oblivion, the discussion emphasized the studio's ability to create captivating worlds that draw players in for extensive experiences.
Analysis of Amazon's Adaptation of Fallout Show
The hosts shared varying opinions on Amazon's adaptation of the Fallout series into a show. While one host expressed excitement at the prospect and the engaging elements in the series, like the retro-futuristic setting and intriguing characters, another voiced concerns about Amazon's approach. Criticisms included a perceived lack of capturing the unique 'feel' of Bethesda's games and an objection to modern-day issues being interwoven into the narrative, which distracted from the immersive fiction.
Discussion on Characters and Actor Performances
The episode provided insights into the characters and performances in the Fallout show, particularly highlighting the portrayal of the main antagonist by actor Walton Goggins. The hosts praised Goggins' standout performance and discussed the transformation of characters into 'ghouls' in the post-apocalyptic setting. Touching on the engaging mutant creatures like gulpers and the Brotherhood of Steel, they shared moments of excitement and appreciation for the show's blend of science fiction, horror, and comedy elements.