Summary
Ghouls could be playable characters in the next mainlineFalloutgame, according to one of theFallout 76devs. The Ghouls seen inFallouthave been exploding in popularity in 2024 due to the TV show’s debut and a recentFallout 76update, with this surge of interest potentially motivating Bethesda to use them more prominently in the future.
The release of Amazon’sFalloutTV show earlier this year had a massive impact on the franchise’s popularity. TheTV show positively impacted the playtime in allFalloutgames, according to Microsoft, and helped to revitalize the franchise’s image. Among the most popular characters of the series was Walton Goggins’ Ghoul, a gunslinger who quickly delighted fans, and the actor’s excellent performance greatly increased the popularity of Ghouls among theFalloutfanbase.
Fallout 76creative director Jon Rush revealed that it’s possible that Ghouls could be playable characters inFallout 5duringan interview with The Gamerat Gamescom 2024.Fallout 76recently introduced Ghouls as playable characters, a first for the franchise, and Rush has opinions on whether this choice could be replicated forFallout 5. “We make these games for the players so they have fun. If the ghoul really supports that, then that would absolutely be taken into consideration,” Rush said. This statement indicates that Ghouls are definitely a possibility if they continue to be popular and gamers continue to demand their inclusion inFallout 5.
Fallout 5 Could Have Ghouls as Playable Characters
We make these games for the players so they have fun. If the ghoul really supports that, then that would absolutely be taken into consideration.
That said, players should take Rush’s statements with a grain of salt, especially considering that he is not confirmed to be directly involved with the development ofFallout 5.Whilethe nextFalloutgame may release sooner than expected, it will most likely be years before gamers find it on store shelves, and it is unknown if Ghouls will be as popular then as they are now. In this case, all fans can do is wait for an official announcement from Bethesda to learn more concrete information about the upcoming game.
Fortunately, gamers eager to play as a Ghoul don’t need to wait untilFallout 5is released. Not only Ghouls are currently playable inFallout 76, but arecent mod added The Ghoul toFallout 4. By installing thisFallout 4mod, gamers can create a Ghoul character and then use precise instructions to customize it to be more like Walton Goggin’s popular character. Also, gamers can use other mods to create their own, personalized Ghoul inFallout 4.
Fallout
Fallout is a franchise built around a series of RPGs set in a post-nuclear world, in which great vaults have been built to shelter parts of humankind. There are six main games, various spin-offs, tabletop games, and a TV series from Amazon Studios.
