Speculation surrounding long-rumoured remasters of classic Fallout games has been reignited by a mysterious countdown timer on an official Amazon promotional site for the Fallout television series.
The Source of the Speculation
The website, created by Amazon, mimics the iconic green-tinted aesthetic of the game series' menus. It features interactive widgets allowing users to explore locations and solve terminal-based puzzles. However, a locked widget in the top-right corner has captured the community's attention, displaying a countdown set to expire on February 4, 2026.
This date coincides with the scheduled finale of Fallout season two, leading optimistic fans to theorise it could be tied to a new game announcement. However, reliable sources have tempered expectations, indicating the timer is likely related to the show itself, potentially unveiling a new location.
Insider Insights and Project Confirmations
While the countdown may not be for a game, credible industry insiders have reaffirmed the existence of the remaster projects. Reliable leaker NateTheHate stated on X that the Fallout 3 remaster does exist, though he is "not certain of a reveal window for it."
In a more detailed claim, Jez Corden of Windows Central reported that a new version of Fallout 3, developed "in the vein of Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered," is indeed in development. Crucially, he added that "Fallout: New Vegas on top" is also on the way. Corden noted that Obsidian Entertainment, the original developer of New Vegas, currently has four projects in the works, though it is unclear if all are Fallout-related.
These projects were first hinted at over three years ago in leaked Microsoft documents, which also accurately foretold the Oblivion Remastered release last year.
Remaster or Remake? What to Expect
Corden has used the terms remaster and remake interchangeably when discussing these titles. However, current information suggests the projects will likely follow the scope of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, indicating a visual and technical upgrade rather than a full ground-up rebuild.
A modern version of Fallout: New Vegas, widely considered one of the finest RPGs ever made, has been a topic of discussion at Obsidian for years. The monumental success of Amazon's live-action Fallout series has undoubtedly increased the commercial incentive for such a release.
The logistics of the launch remain unknown. It is unclear whether a Fallout 3 remaster and a New Vegas remaster would be bundled together or released separately.
Attention now turns to Microsoft's next planned Developer Direct showcase, expected in late January. While Xbox boss Phil Spencer has outlined 2026 releases for franchises like Forza Horizon 6 and Gears of War: E-Day, neither Microsoft nor Bethesda has made any official statement regarding Fallout remasters. For now, fans are left to watch the countdown and wait for an official reveal.
