Yes, I'm aware that at the beginning of this video I say I'll take a somewhat different approach, and then proceed to go through the entire game in painstaking detail as per usual :) I could've edited that bit out, but I've left it in as a monument to my madness!
This is a long video for what is, ultimately, a very beefy game. This core rulebook covers a LOT of ground, and provides more crunch and player-facing rule sub-systems than most 2d20 titles. But for a property like Fallout, this level of detail feels right to me, and it's still got the 2d20 narrative elements and remains easier to learn than something like D&D.
For me, combined with the Settler's Guide and Wanderer's Guide (to be covered in future videos), Fallout 2d20 is my game of choice for post-apocalyptic mayhem. But in the weeks to come, we'll take a look at my other fave in this genre: Mutant Year Zero, which is less crunchy but still manages to capture the key elements of the genre, a fine line to tread which Free League is exceptionally good at treading with their games.
In any case, I hope this long and detailed look at Fallout 2d20 will be helpful for those of you interested in roleplaying in this rich world :) The extremely successful (and excellent) TV show has certainly driven a large uptick in sales for this game, which is a good thing IMO, as the game is well-made and very well supported.
As a side note, if you want to help me keep this very expensive hobby going, please consider donating via my new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/djthorsilver
Every little bit helps -- in my day job as a scientist, I make enough to pay the rent, but not much more! The stress of the job is killer, and RPGs and tabletop games are my escape. I guarantee every quid you send my way will be spent producing more and better content for you fine folks :)