The Fallout TV show has been making waves recently due to its treatment of the Fallout backstory. The controversy revolves around a blackboard sketch in the show that hints at the destruction of Shady Sands in 2277. This contradicts the events depicted in Obsidian’s Fallout: New Vegas, where Shady Sands is shown to be thriving. This has led to confusion among fans regarding the canonicity of the show and its alignment with the game series.
Director and executive producer Todd Howard has addressed the controversy, reassuring fans that there is no clash between the show and the events of the Fallout game series. He explained that Shady Sands gets nuked after the events of Fallout: New Vegas, not in 2277 as implied by the blackboard sketch. However, Howard’s explanation leaves room for interpretation, as he does not directly address the discrepancies in the timeline between the show and the game.
Some fans speculate that the blackboard date was simply a mistake made by the production team, and Howard is choosing not to disclose this information. Others believe that the destruction of Shady Sands began in 2277 and culminated with the nuclear bombing at a later date. The ambiguity surrounding the interpretation of the blackboard sketch adds a layer of complexity to the Fallout lore and storyline.
Despite the controversy, Howard revealed that the idea of nuking Shady Sands came from the showrunners, Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet. This development prompted Bethesda and the TV production team to work closely together to ensure that the show remains consistent with Fallout lore. Howard emphasized that all events from previous games, including New Vegas, are considered canon, and they are meticulous about maintaining continuity in the timeline.
For fans eagerly awaiting more Fallout content, there is a potential announcement coming in November. Speculations suggest that it might be the first trailer for Fallout TV Season 2, adding to the excitement surrounding the Fallout universe. Whether you are convinced or unconvinced by Howard’s reassurances, the Fallout TV show controversy has sparked a renewed interest in the franchise and its expanded storytelling possibilities.
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