Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG), Shooter
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developers: Obsidian Entertainment
- Publishers: Bethesda Softworks
Fallout: New Vegas – Old World Blues: A Journey into the Strange and Wonderful
Fallout: New Vegas – Old World Blues is the third and final DLC expansion for the 2010 role-playing game Fallout: New Vegas. Developed by Obsidian Entertainment and published by Bethesda Softworks, it was released on July 19, 2011, for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Old World Blues takes the player to the Big MT research crater, a massive underground facility located in the Mojave Desert. The Think Tank, a group of post-human researchers who inhabit the facility, have enlisted the player’s aid to save them from their own experiments, which have gone horribly out of control.
The Big MT crater is a strange and wonderful place, filled with mutated animals, atomic robots, and advanced technology. The player will explore a variety of locations, including a giant lobotomite plant, a school for nightkin, and a cloning facility.
Along the way, the player will meet a cast of quirky and memorable characters, including Dr. Mobius, a brilliant but eccentric scientist; Dr. Klein, a talking brain in a jar; and Muggy, a lobotomite who believes he is a used car salesman.
The player will also have the opportunity to acquire a variety of new weapons, armor, and other items. These include the Sonic Emitter, a weapon that fires sonic blasts; the Tesla Cannon, a powerful energy weapon; and the Stealth Boy, a device that makes the player invisible.
Old World Blues is a large and engrossing expansion that adds a significant amount of new content to Fallout: New Vegas. It is a must-play for fans of the series, and it is sure to please even the most jaded gamer.
The Think Tank
The Think Tank is a group of post-human researchers who inhabit the Big MT research crater. They are the remnants of the Big MT research facility, which was once a major center for scientific research.
The Think Tank is led by Dr. Mobius, a brilliant but eccentric scientist. Mobius is obsessed with science and technology, and he has no regard for the safety of others. He is responsible for many of the experiments that have gone wrong in the Big MT crater.
Other members of the Think Tank include:
- Dr. Klein: A talking brain in a jar. Klein is a brilliant scientist, but he is also very cynical and sarcastic.
- Dr. Borous: A scientist who has been mutated into a giant lobotomite. Borous is simple-minded and childlike, but he is also very strong and durable.
- Dr. Dala: A scientist who has been mutated into a nightkin. Dala is stealthy and agile, and she is a skilled fighter.
The Quests
Old World Blues features a variety of quests, both main and side quests. The main questline involves helping the Think Tank to save themselves from their own experiments. The player will travel to a variety of locations in the Big MT crater, and they will fight a variety of enemies, including mutated animals, atomic robots, and lobotomites.
The side quests in Old World Blues are also very interesting and rewarding. The player can help the lobotomites to find a new home, they can help Dr. Klein to find a new body, and they can even help Dr. Mobius to build a new weapon.
The Characters
Old World Blues features a cast of quirky and memorable characters. The player will meet a variety of scientists, lobotomites, and other strange creatures.
Some of the most notable characters in Old World Blues include:
- Dr. Mobius: The leader of the Think Tank. Mobius is a brilliant but eccentric scientist who is obsessed with science and technology.
- Dr. Klein: A talking brain in a jar. Klein is a brilliant scientist, but he is also very cynical and sarcastic.
- Dr. Borous: A scientist who has been mutated into a giant lobotomite. Borous is simple-minded and childlike, but he is also very strong and durable.
- Dr. Dala: A scientist who has been mutated into a nightkin. Dala is stealthy and agile, and she is a skilled fighter.
- Muggy: A lobotomite who believes he is a used car salesman. Muggy is a harmless and lovable character, and he provides some much-needed comic relief in the Big MT crater.
The Setting
The Big MT research crater is a strange and wonderful place. It is filled with mutated animals, atomic robots, and advanced technology. The player will explore a variety of locations in the crater, including a giant lobotomite plant, a school for nightkin, and a cloning facility.
The Big MT crater is a dangerous place, but it is also a place of great beauty. The player will find themselves marveling at the wonders of the Pre-War world, and they will also be horrified by the horrors that have been created in the name of science.
The Gameplay
Old World Blues is a role-playing game. The player creates a character and then explores the Big MT research crater, completing quests and fighting enemies. The player can choose to use a variety of weapons and skills to defeat their enemies.
Old World Blues also features a variety of dialogue options. The player can choose to be friendly or hostile to the characters they meet, and they can also choose to persuade or intimidate them. The player’s choices will affect the outcome of the game.
The Graphics
Old World Blues uses the same graphics engine as Fallout: New Vegas. The graphics are not particularly impressive, but they are functional. The game world is detailed and immersive, and the character models are well-animated.
The Sound
Old World Blues features a great soundtrack. The music is atmospheric and suspenseful, and it helps to create a sense of unease and dread. The voice acting is also top-notch. The actors deliver their lines with conviction, and they help to bring the characters to life.
The Verdict
Old World Blues is a must-play for fans of Fallout: New Vegas. It is a large and engrossing expansion that adds a significant amount of new content to the game. The characters are quirky and memorable, the setting is strange and wonderful, and the gameplay is top-notch. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding RPG experience, then Old World Blues is the perfect game for you.
Review Score
8.5/10
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