The launch of the online game Fallout 76 occurred a bit prematurely, which is why players have been discussing Bethesda’s new game for a while now. We summarize the first reactions from players. Notably, there are some really bad user reviews on Metacritic.
Why is Fallout 76 struggling? Right after the game’s announcement, criticism began to pour in.
- Fans of the Fallout series preferred a single-player Fallout 5
- Players were concerned about the PvP
- There were fears that the story would be neglected
- Time and again, Bethesda tried to explain to fans that this is a “real” Fallout
Launch with mixed opinions
What is the mood now after the launch? Yesterday, on November 13, the servers surprisingly went online, although the release was supposed to be today, November 14. But now much is already being discussed in the official forum of Fallout 76. Additionally, there are already some user reviews on Metacritic.
Fallout 76 is reportedly dividing the community. Many are still airing their frustrations about the direction of the game.
These are the complaints about Fallout 76:
- Fallout 76 is plagued by some bugs and balancing issues
- The world is criticized for feeling empty due to the lack of NPCs
- Some players are annoyed when others repeatedly try to prompt them for PvP through repeated attacks
These are the main advantages of Fallout 76:
- Exploring the huge game world creates the typical Fallout atmosphere
- It’s fun to search for resources and fight enemies with friends, and build bases
- The fights play fluidly
- Crafting is enjoyable because it’s quick and easy
- There’s a lot to do, and even alone, you can keep busy
A divided community
This is what some fans are saying about the game: Many Fallout fans have spoken out by now. Some report positives, while others criticize. Therefore, heated discussions are taking place in the official forum.
Here are some positive voices:
- illusiveenergy states in the official forum: “I have been playing all day since the servers opened. I can’t say there’s much in the game that I dislike.”
- Oldbolt_Theck explains: “I’ve only been playing for a few hours. But I like it. It feels like Fallout. I don’t mind that there are no NPCs, because you get the missions from robots and through radio transmissions.”
However, some voices in the forum are negative:
- twothe states: “I had high hopes for the game, but after the beta and now post-launch, I feel bored already. The main problem is that it feels unfinished and poorly balanced. Many activities are pointless.”
- LostEskimoBro expresses disappointment: “I understand that you need to introduce new things, but if you claim that there is solo play, then it must be there. After less than an hour, I just want my money back…”
Extremely bad user reviews on Metacritic
The user reviews on Metacritic currently paint a grim picture. The ratings are at
- Xbox One at 1.4 with 91 reviews
- PlayStation 4 at 1.7 with 209 reviews
- PC at 2.0 with 211 ratings
Individual voices say:
- sleazy898 states: “Terrible. Full of bugs, as expected from Bethesda. FPS-lock, no field of view adjustment, fetch quests, lags, and boring. Ridiculous!”
- SKK50 writes: “Not a Fallout RPG, but very fun in PvE when exploring a Fallout world with friends. Great landscapes, a lot to do, and offers some elements from Fallout 4.”
