Fallout Day has come and gone, but this year’s celebration has sparked more outrage than excitement.
This October marks the 15th anniversary of Fallout: New Vegas, one of the most beloved entries in the post-apocalyptic series. Naturally, fans expected big things from Bethesda and Obsidian Entertainment to mark the occasion — especially with Season 2 of Prime Video’s Fallout series reportedly drawing heavy inspiration from New Vegas.
But instead of announcing a much-hoped-for remaster, Bethesda unveiled a rather unexpected — and expensive — 15th Anniversary Edition that has left fans fuming.
A Pricey Bundle With Familiar Content
The Fallout: New Vegas 15th Anniversary Bundle includes the game’s Ultimate Edition, already widely available for years, packaged alongside merchandise such as:
- A Victor statue
- A Vault Boy pin
- A Mojave Express patch
- A NCR Recon patch
- A set of evaluation cards
Everything is packaged in what Bethesda calls a “collector’s big box.”
The bundle is priced at £139.99 / $154.99 and is exclusive to PC players — a decision that has further disappointed console fans.
No New Content, Just Nostalgia
The backlash was swift. Players expressed frustration not only over the steep price but also the lack of new additions or remastered content.
At the time of writing, Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition is discounted on Steam for just £3.99, reverting to its regular price of £15.99 after the sale. That makes Bethesda’s collector’s box more than 30 times the base game’s cost.
“$155 for a game that’s $5 on Steam right now? Bethesda, have you lost your minds?” wrote Twitter/X user @KungFuMan316.
Another fan on Reddit commented, “$160 for a three-dollar game and a seven-inch toy.”
A Tough Sell for Even the Most Loyal Fans
Given the reaction, it’s hard to imagine this bundle flying off the shelves. Still, collectors and die-hard Fallout fans may find it tempting — if only for the exclusivity.
For those interested, pre-orders are open now, but products aren’t expected to ship until June 2026.
With fans clamoring for a true remaster or next-gen upgrade, Bethesda’s latest move feels more like a missed opportunity than a celebration.
