Summary
Fallout Londonis by far one of the biggest andmost ambitious mods ever createdfor a Bethesda game. UsingFallout 4as a basis, the developers at FOLON have created a deep and fully refined experience that is truly fit to be its own standalone entry in the series. In addition to several well-thought quests and characters, unique weapons, and several hidden easter eggs, the game also features plenty of recognizable monuments, which Brits and Londoners, in particular, will appreciate.
Though the city is not to scale, much likeFallout 4’s Boston, it still includes several boroughs as far apart as Camden and Croydon, each styled in their unique way withdistinct factions and storylinesassociated with each one. Players will get to visit many of these key landmarks as part of the game’s main story, and will even get the chance to blow some of them up as part of certain side quests.
1Saint Paul’s Cathedral
The Iconic Dome Has Already Survived Previous Wars
Saint Paul’s Cathedral is one of the longest-standing members of London’s ever-changing skyline, remarkably surviving the Blitz in World War 2 and giving design inspiration to the US Capitol building. Originally designed by the legendary Chrisopher Wren, the dome structurehas an unmistakable baroque styleand is one of the largest anywhere in the world.
Players will come across this monumental cathedral quite early on in the game’s main storyline. The area is used as a sanctuary for desperate settlers, protected by a volunteer force and led by the pacifist Bishop Whaler.
2The London Eye
This Former Tourist Attraction Features In A Dramatic Side Quest
The Millennium Wheel, more commonly known as The London Eye, is a large Ferris wheel on the River Thames that enables tourists to get breathtaking views of the entire city at a leisurely pace. Since its construction in 1999, the Eye has quickly become a recognizable and iconic symbol of London worldwide.
This landmark features as part of a questlineinspired byFallout 3’s Tenpenny Tower, and players will have to decide whether or not they wish to blow it up to appease a rich tycoon. While there’s no riding the dilapidated wheel inFallout London, it can be seen from most areas of the map and provides a reference point for Westminster and the River Thames.
3Globe Theatre
This Lesser-Known Monument Provides Players With A Rewarding Quest
While the Globe Theatre might not be one of London’s most famous monuments, it is certainly one of its most culturally significant. Still used today as a theatre venue, in which Shakespearian plays are still performed as they would have been hundreds of years ago, The Globe remains as unchanged as possible from its original state.
In-game, the theatre is run by the Tommies faction, who seek to preserve it as a significant Heritage site. Players can also get a special side quest from here, in which they will be required to retrievea variety of Shakesperian playsfrom a range of locations around the map.
4Tower Bridge
The Iconic Crossing Is Now Home To Cannibal Gangs
Tower Bridge is another long-standing monument that showcases the ingenuity of British engineering. Looming over the River Thames, the bridge is capable of drawing up the road from both sides to let taller ships pass through unhindered.
Following the dropping of the bombs, Tower Bridge is in a slightly less grand state. Players will have to travel across this structure at one point or another in the game’s story, and they will soon find that it has been overrun with cannibal Beefeaters.
5Trafalgar Square
A Sprawling Settlement Full Of Interesting Characters
Arguably one of London’s most popular destinations, it is also home to the National Gallery and several diplomatic buildings. At its center is a large column atop which stands a statue of Admiral Nelson, who famously defeated a fleet of French and Spanish ships double the size of his ownat the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.
InFallout London, Trafalgar Square is a densely populated trading settlement and one in which players can stop to rest or use a variety of workbenches and stores. The modified design of the area is perhaps one of the most creative and interesting settings in the game, particularly when compared with real life.
6Buckingham Palace
This Famous Building Features As Part Of The Main Story
Once the seat of power for more of the world than not, Buckingham Palace has been the home of the royal family since the 1700s, and much like St. Paul’s, it has survived its fair share of disasters, too, including several fires and bomb attacks in World War 2.
The palace is initially off-limits for players and is guarded by both an electric fence as well as Royal Guards, includingsome with Power Armor. However, players will get the chance to infiltrate it and even meet the Queen herself in the quest “The Queen’s Army.”
7Big Ben
The Iconic Clocktower Overlooks The Ruins Of London
The Elizabeth Tower, more commonly referred to as “Big Ben,” is a world-famous baroque clocktower adjoining the Houses of Parliament and the Palace of Westminster. This significant building has been the center of UK politics since the 11th Century. Arguably London’s most famous landmark, it is great to see that it has not collapsed, even following nuclear armageddon.
The Palace of Westminster is a key location inFallout Londonand players will have to complete many tasks to be granted access, much like the Strip inFallout: New Vegas. The Tower is a symbol of power for the Gentry over the surrounding boroughs, and it is up to the player to decide who will ultimately control it.
