Fallout 4 Trailer - Gameplay review.

My Game Trailer Rating ... 9 / 10

With Fallout 4's release just round the corner, I thought a recap and review would maintain that level of excitement, which I'm sure wouldn't go unappreciated. For me, I was getting concerned with comments made from people on YouTube slating the graphical content of the trailers, made usually after 6 seconds into the demo. I feel as though I must remind those of you out there with high expectations; making games is harder than you think. Artists, testers, animators, coders, actors and so on have spent years creating a game for you to play and enjoy. Why criticise a demo after seconds rather than watch a full presentation? The matter of the fact is that neither of us will know how the game performs until it's released. The graphics are constantly upgraded as development progresses, meaning that the overall product will appear better than the trailers. When a company usually publish a demo, it means that the actual game is being tested over and over again. However; this is often over looked by some companies to meet deadlines. 

Fallout 4's development and production was done in relative secrecy (despite we all knowing otherwise) and now that the next generation consoles are here, this provides ample of opportunity to improve a classic and make it into something new that gains admiration and respect. Let's be honest, there are a number of next gen video games out there who have in some way or another - damaged a game's reputation via rushed releases, development, lack of communication from the developers and so on. 

Take Assassin's Creed Unity for example. Many of you who read my work are fans of the early games within the franchise. Unity's release was seen as a reboot to the old, placing us in a stunning environment backed by a dark period of history, combat redone, new characters and so on. However; the titles biggest flaw occurred just after release. Glitches plagued the game -  NPC's going array, texture meshes not performing, invisible walls, sound effects not playing etc. 

What I'm trying to say, is that a treasured game franchise such as Fallout 4 must perform well. As well all know, the development of our beloved games are rushed in a desperate attempt to compete with other major game companies. And yet, BETHESDA have done a wise thing here. Remember how I mentioned in previous posts that 'a game shouldn't be released until it's ready not when the developers are happy?' It's been five years or so since Fallout 3, to which I'm sure there'll be a few of you out there telling me that Fallout 3 had annoying glitches and horrible graphics. BETHESDA have used that time to perfect the game - strengthening conceptual work, mechanics, the aesthetic, coding, animations, the general necessities. Once you have those elements in place, this will allow you to be more creative, add new features or create a new look. I am confident that Fallout 4 will not become yet another broken game. Naturally, there will be a few expected bugs. Not to mention Bethesda developers are fully aware as to how beloved the Fallout series is, making it less likely that they'll intentionally sabotage heir own work. 

But enough about my concerns for glitches! Why did I like from the trailers? Well for one thing, VATS are back! The vast types of environments, excellent weather systems, music, a stunning sky to gaze upon every now and then, the customisation options for building your own weapons, houses (settlement,) power armour, the sculpting options for creating your own character, voice acting, pip boy mechanics, new enemy types, improved special effects, interesting locations and much more! If you guys would like to watch the full presentation, please see the video link just above.

In general, I was impressed by the demo and I can't wait for it's release. A full review on Fallout 4 will be made. From there, I will explore the game's mechanics in further detail. But what did you guys think of the presentation? Do you have the same concerns as me? Or was there something I forgot to discuss? I hope you enjoyed the review for Fallout 4 gameplay trailer. Stay tuned for further reviews and information about Fallout 4.

Take care!