What makes the Fallout series so intriguing is that it brings a world with endless possibilities to life. The series delves in an alternate reality, where war is rampant and mutated monstrosities roam the Earth's surface. However, these games don't limit themselves to one particular idea. Each entry tries to innovate and improve itself over its predecessor. Every time a new Fallout game comes out, it reinvents its core by introducing something entirely new while still maintaining familiar elements that the fans know and love. That being said, the series is no stranger when it comes to evolving its game.

With an iconic game series that holds this much depth, it's only natural for fans to come up with their very own theories on how the next entry would be like. There's so much speculation as to how the game's developers would approach the next entry in the series. The anticipation of fans are increasing at an exponential rate so they themselves are starting to make their own moves on the series. A multitude of avid fans are already dictating the direction that the series will be heading towards before the developers even divulged any information regarding the game's future!

Some fans looked at patterns in each game release to predict the next entry. Other fans claimed to have found clues of the next game hidden within the previous games and their respective add-on content. These fan theories might seem crazy at first but one can't help but wonder if some of them might turn out to be true. The Fallout universe is filled with limitless possibilities and alternate scenarios, after all! Let's tackle 25 of these crazy fan theories as we shed light on how they'll fit into the series' future as well as how likely these ideas will come into fruition.

25 In Fallout 5, There Will Be More Ghouls Than People

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How far-fetched would ghost enemies be in the already crazy world of Fallout? There are ginormous mutants, feral zombies and terrifyingly huge lizards roaming the wasteland already, so why not scary ghosts? Well, a fan certainly thinks that ghosts will eventually have their time.

The sheer number of casualties in these games makes the thought of ghostly enemies quite unnerving.

Some might think that intangible specters might be too inappropriate for a series like this. However, fellow post-apocalyptic game series S.T.A.L.K.E.R was able to pull it off so it's hard to see how Fallout cannot do the same.

24 Should Ghouls Become A Playable Class?

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Fans can't help but feel sorry for the people in the game who've turned into ghouls. It doesn't help that ghouls are constantly guilt-tripping players by calling them “smooth skin” either. Which is exactly why a fan suggested that future games should put players in the shoes of a ghoul.

What better way to understand the struggles of ghouls than to actually become one? Perhaps ghouls might even benefit from radiation which could lead to some refreshingly new game elements. Players would actually be seeking out radiated areas instead of avoiding them. Ah, the perks of being a ghoul!

23 Players Should Increase Accuracy Through Use

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Some fans have a feeling that future Fallout games might take a page out of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's book. In TESV: Skyrim, players needed to constantly use their skills to hone them. The repeated usage of a certain skill makes characters stronger and more efficient at it, which is quite fitting for a game that focuses on realism and survival.

How can players be better at shooting guns and wielding knives if they aren't frequently using them? Adapting that system in the Fallout universe makes perfect sense. It fared well in Skyrim so there's no question that it can also be incorporated in Fallout as well.

22 We're Probably Headed To NYC

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Location has always been key in Fallout games and some believe that New York would make the perfect post-apocalyptic playground. Sequels should always be bigger than the last and what better way to go big than to feature a city this massive. Although some might argue that it was reduced to rubble after the war but still, who wouldn't want to visit this iconic place?

This city presents so many possibilities. Its varied districts are perfect for raiders and mutated beings alike. The mere thought of a mechanized Statue of Liberty that transforms into a mobile weapon akin to Liberty Prime can make any fan's day!

21 More Story, Less Freedom

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With so many games following the path of RPGs like Mass Effect, it's quite tempting to assume that the Fallout series would follow the same lead. Numerous fans believe that its future will be more narrative-heavy. Fallout 4 already started transforming the series into something that's more story-oriented so why stop there?

A solid story comes at the price of freedom.

The problem is, not everyone wants the game to have a pre-determined story. They want to build their own from scratch. A meaty plot might give the series more direction but it will undoubtedly divide fans in the process.

20 The Brotherhood Rules

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It's only natural for some to predict that the Brotherhood of Steel would eventually become the rulers of the wasteland in future titles. A group of technologically-advanced, heavily armored soldiers will inevitably assume control over civilization at one point or another. The question now is, will that happen in the next game?

Some fans believe so. The Brotherhood is notorious for confiscating all forms of advanced technology by any means necessary, even if it means showcasing their might. Perhaps players can fend off the Brotherhood with the help of the Enclave this time around. That would've been ironic, wouldn't it?

19 It's Time For Vehicles To Make An Appearance

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Among the recurring complaints that fans have in regards to Fallout games is the lack of alternative transportation. Sure, walking is more realistic, practical and immersive in a post-apocalyptic scenario. However, it does get cumbersome after a while.

Walking is good until players see the same dilapidated building after another.

A fan suggests that the developers might eventually introduce driveable vehicles to combat the tedium of wasteland trekking. There's got to be a faster way to traverse the game's terrain. It's getting ridiculous to a point that even The Elder Scrolls series is getting more transportation options than the more modern Fallout.

18 Skyrim Lets You Be Anyone — Fallout Needs To Do The Same

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Wouldn't it be great if players could play as a different race other than humans? Some fans believe that doing so could even help bring the series back to its RPG roots. The freedom to choose character race, class, and faction right from the start could definitely give fans more reasons to keep playing.

If the game's developers want to give the next entryway more longevity than its predecessor then adding this option would be their best bet. How awesome would it be to become a ghoul Legion leader? Perhaps players would want to become the first-ever Super Mutant in the Brotherhood? The possibilities are endless!

17 By Fallout 5, The Wasteland Could Be Even More Destroyed

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What if the world of Fallout gets worse after each entry? War does exemplify poor living conditions so it's quite likely that things will only get harder for players. A fan thinks that its world will eventually become so inhospitable that the developers would have to move the series backward!

Yes, perhaps the future of the series is in the past. It wouldn't be a surprise if the next entry turns out to be a prequel. The game's developers have already started the trend with Fallout 76. This could pretty mark the start of even more prequels to come.

16 Before The Bombs Fell — A Fallout 76 Prequel?

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While some believe that the series' timeline will go back a little bit, other fans suggest that it will go back even further. Yes, way back, as in, before the the war even started! Sure it sounds far-fetched and unlikely but the idea is still quite compelling.

Fallout 4's prologue already showed fans a glimpse of this scenario.

The next game's story could revolve around the build-up before the war. Tensions will rise as players anticipate the moment that the bombs will fall. Plus, it would be awesome to experience this shiny futuristic world before the bombs turned most of it into dust and rubble.

15 A Setting Under The Sea?

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The sea makes up for a large portion of the map but most of it is quite empty. For a place that has so much space and potential, the sea is severely underutilized. While the previous games were missing out on epic underwater combat, fans believe that won't be the case for long.

Fallout 4 even had a mission that sends players on an epic undersea adventure but most of it was deleted upon release. If the developers came this close to releasing a full-blown aquatic mission in the past then they would certainly finish the job next time around.

14 The Player Could Truly Takeover The Wasteland

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Players could only do so much before they get tired of surviving in the wasteland. Some treks eventually become meaningless journeys. Players won't have much reason to push forward if it only meant to survive. Fortunately, fans offer a solution to this dilemma, allow players to actually conquer the entire wasteland!

The world is yours for the taking.

The previous game gave players the ability to create settlements but fans want the opportunity to take over and actually run major cities. It's quite possible too since the developers already made the first step when they introduced settlement-building.

13 Natural Born Leader

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Isn't it weird how The Elder Scrolls series makes players the prophesied chosen one while Fallout only makes them an ordinary member of a vault-dwelling community? Other fans suggest that players should start out as Vault Overseers instead! As leaders of a community, players will have to manage their group and lead their people in the wasteland.

Who wouldn't want to be the pack leader in a squad-based post-apocalyptic survival setting? It seems like a cool idea. The best part is, something like this was already implemented in the Nuka World DLC albeit partially. That certainly gives this theory hope, nonetheless.

12 The Price Of Being Different

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Every non-human race in the series comes with their own benefits and challenges. Fans suggest that being different should also mean a significant change in gameplay. If players could choose the starting race of their character, then they should also have unique challenges that are tailored specifically to their particular chosen race.

Different is the new norm in the wasteland.

Nightkins will have to deal with paranoia and mental issues while ghouls will have to literally save their skins. Playing as different races will not only bring more variety to the game, it will also warrant multiple playthroughs. Now that sounds more like the Fallout that fans want!

11 Enter The Brahmin Express

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Traversing the wasteland has never been easier with the help of fast traveling from anywhere via the map. However, it turns out that not everyone likes the convenience of instant fast travel. Some fans complained about how fast travel ruins the game's immersion so they suggested a feature that was already in TESV: Skyrim.

In Skyrim, players could use traveling carts to safely travel to places they haven't been to before. Fans want to implement that same system in Fallout but under the condition that it would be the only means that players could fast travel. It would definitely encourage more exploration and would increase immersion at the same time.

10 Rebuilding The Wasteland

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What's the point of living in the wasteland if players can't even rebuild it? This is exactly what fans were thinking when they came up with the idea of bringing the wasteland back to its former glory. Instead of merely surviving, players would have to look for allies and the necessary resources to restore civilization.

This way, the wasteland can finally be a thriving metropolis by the end of the game instead of being the same dusty cesspool of despair that it was in the beginning. It's only right for players to have this sense of accomplishment given the hours they invest into these games.

9 Return Of The Enclave

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The notorious Enclave certainly took a beating in the final moments of Fallout 3. However, some fans believe this isn't the last time that they'll be seeing this shadowy organization. In fact, some have come up with a theory that they will eventually resurface as the primary antagonists once again!

What better adversary could players have than the group that claims to have the most advanced and high-tech weaponry in the wasteland? There are already tons of mods that revolve around the Enclave so its only a matter of time before Bethesda themselves reintroduce them back into the series.

8 Removal Of Legendary Loot

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Didn't anyone ever wonder why mole rats carry so-called “ghoul-slaying” swords or how weapons that have the name “exterminator” in them ended up in the possession of a “legendary” radroach? Apparently, a fan argued that this scenario had to go. Not only do these legendary weapons come with silly names, some fans feel that they also ruin the game's realism.

How did that get in there?

Adding more weapons is certainly better than simply adding special effects to preexisting ones. Sure, it adds more variety but is it really worth keeping in the next game? We'll have to wait and see.

7 No West Coast Love

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If fans are to be believed, then the next Fallout game might not return to the West Coast at all. Fans theorized that the next game will strictly focus on areas within the East Coast namely New Jersey, New York and Florida among others. It's a shame if that's the case since the last Fallout that was set in the West was quite successful.

Of course, this theory does have a strong basis. The fact that Bethesda avoided letting California-based developers Obsidian Entertainment handle the next game only strengthens this theory.

6 Crime Doesn't Pay

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Even when it comes to Fallout's lawless wasteland, crime still doesn't pay. NPCs always seem to find out if players steal or commit murder even when they haven't been caught in the act. Fans can't figure out if it's a bug or if there's an actual all-seeing-eye following them around!

Perhaps it's just guilt or paranoia.

It doesn't help that NPCs constantly comment on what the player had done even when there were no witnesses around. Regardless, fans believe this will be fixed in the next game so they could carry on with their miscreant behavior without consequences.