Fallout 3 Review

It's rare that a game can hit the mark in so many different and often conflicting areas. Fallout 3 offers freedom without sacrificing a focused story. It delivers fantastic combat without forgoing a deep role-playing system. The characters you meet are engaging and oftentimes hilarious without feeling out of place in this harsh world. The game has a few flaws -- most of them technical -- but it's a case where the whole is greater than the sum. It's a fantastic game with incredible atmosphere that offers fun in so many different ways that you're almost sure to get hooked. This is one of the best games you'll play this year.

IGN Ratings for Fallout 3 (X360)

Rating	Description
out of 10
9.5	Presentation The atmosphere and style are everything you could ask for and more. A few bugs and camera issues keep things from perfection.
9.0	Graphics The landscapes are wonderful. The character models and animations could be a lot better.
9.5	Sound Excellent voice acting and a soundtrack that completely fits the game's mood. The sound effects aren't bad either.
10	Gameplay A rare combination of excellent combat and deep role-playing.
9.5	Lasting Appeal A more focused experience than much of what Bethesda has created in the past that begs to be played for hours and hours. This is one game you won't soon forget.
9.6 Incredible	OVERALL (out of 10 / not an average)

[IGN]