As far as is known, Fallout 5 is years away at this point. The Elder Scrolls 6 believed to come before the next chapter in Fall-outwhich means a long road is likely ahead. Despite the long wait, there are likely hints about what to expect Fallout 5 when looking at Bethesda's latest launch, Starfield. Sci-fi RPGs have had their ups and downs, but there are plenty of exciting concepts that could potentially bleed over into Fallout 5.
While there are ways Starfield can inform The Elder Scrolls 6the Fall-out franchise has more in common with Bethesda's space adventures, as both boast their own forms of technology, albeit in opposite implementations. Starfield follows the story of a technologically advanced galaxy-exploring society, while Fall-out dives into a post-nuclear version of America left struggling for survival. Despite the stark contrast, Fall-out still leans into a sci-fi direction, which could set the stage for the next chapter to take part in one of Starfields most popular features after launch; land vehicles.

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Learn from REV-8's success
Back in August, Starfield received a major update with the introduction of REV-8. As the game's first ever land vehicle, the REV-8 proved to be a game changer for traversal. Players will no longer have to trudge through the planets' open landscapes, instead zooming through terrain, and it's one of the strongest updates the game has received since its 2023 launch. Starfield has seen a handful of significant upgrades, but the REV-8 is one that may feel most significant and has the same function for Fallout 5 at launch would be a monumental decision for the franchise.
It is currently unknown what the setting is Fallout 5 will be, but one thing is almost certain; a wasteland will be involved. Where this wasteland lies only time will tell, but a vast and dangerous nuclear-ravaged landscape has always been at the heart of Fall-out. For Fallout 5 differentiating yourself and creating excitement, including new features is a must, and a land vehicle could be the simple key needed to make that happen.
Bethesda recently added a second land vehicle
Starfield
called Deimog which players can download for free.
Zoom through the wasteland
Traversing in Fall-out not always trudging through treacherous wastelands. Fast travel is eventually unlocked for players to use, but for those who desire more immersive map transition, forgoing such a feature may be the best option. While this can provide extra immersion, it can also take quite a bit of time to get through when going from point “A” to point “B”. The many Fall-out stories released so far have yet to feature a vehicle, but it would be an effective addition that could breathe new life into the franchise.
With the split of Starfield and the silence around The Elder Scrolls 6there are many questions about how Bethesda plans to do Fall-out stand out in the growing world of RPGs. As the latest game in the series, Fallout 76 has the advantage of being a live service game that can continue to improve over time, but Fallout 5 will need to come out of the gate strong. Bethesda is known for post-launch updates, but with such hype surrounding the live series and newfound interest in the games, Fallout 5 will want to offer something extra special, and a vehicle feels like the obvious answer.
REV-8 can be purchased from any ship technician.
Like waiting for Fallout 5 continues, Bethesda now has the opportunity to take part in what Starfield the features resonate most with players. Starfield may not be a perfect game, but its ground vehicles hopefully inspire a new standard for Fall-out.
