One of Amazon Prime's biggest hits of 2024 was Fallout, which was based on the best-selling video game series published by Bethesda.
The next series of the popular show is due to drop on the streaming service in December, and the corporation dropped its first-look at the second season this week. The poster shows that the new season will be based off Fallout: New Vegas, as Lucy MacLean (Ella Purnell), The Ghoul (Walton Goggins), Maximus (Aaron Moten) and Dogmeat are seen strolling through the wasteland with the iconic Vegas sign behind them.
Amazon captioned the poster: "Time for a little road trip. We're heading back to the Wasteland this December."
Fallout has proven so popular for the streaming giant that a third season was greenlit before the second season even aired.
Viewer response
Fans were incredibly excited to be heading back to the Wasteland, as one said: "With New Vegas on the horizon and Deathclaws lurking in the dark, Fallout Season 2 looks ready to raise the stakes, can't wait."
A second added: "Wasteland, here we come! Can't wait for the wild ride," while a third noted: "Perfect Christmas gift."
A fourth commented: "Awesome. Can't wait," while a fifth was slightly disappointed with the release date, teasing: "December is too far."
First season reactions
Fallout was a critical and commercial success when the first season dropped in April 2024. Series 1 has a 93% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with its consensus reading: "An adaptation that feels like a true extension of the games, Fallout is a post-apocalyptic blast for newcomers and longtime fans alike."
At the time, fans praised the series for how well it adapted the game franchise. "The #Fallout show is genuinely amazing," one mused. "Telling a new story in the world of the games was an inspired choice and I hope more video game adaptations take this approach.
"The tone and visual design are on point, and I love the characters and mystery. I can't wait for more seasons."
Another added: "Upon completing the #Fallout season One, I must express my profound admiration for this captivating show. As a devoted follower of the Fallout series since the inception of Fallout 1, the rich universe has always held a special place in my heart."