Josh Sawyer, Director of Fallout: New Vegas, Approves of Amazon’s Fallout TV Show
Fallout: New Vegas director Josh Sawyer recently praised Amazon’s adaptation of the Fallout show, calling it one of the best video game adaptations in film or television history. Season 2 of the show takes place in New Vegas, mirroring the setting of Obsidian’s popular 2010 game, Fallout: New Vegas. As the director and designer of the game, Sawyer’s opinion carries weight when discussing Amazon’s adaptation.
In a recent video interview with The 41st Precinct, Sawyer shared his thoughts on the show, expressing his enthusiasm for the adaptation. While he had some minor critiques regarding certain plot points and character decisions, he overall commended the show for its quality. Sawyer specifically mentioned Justin Theroux’s portrayal of Mr. House, a character from the game, and praised it as a standout performance.
Addressing fan concerns about the show’s accuracy compared to the video games, Sawyer mentioned that he had the opportunity to visit the set during Season 2 and noted that the locations, such as the Vault and Freeside, closely resembled their video game counterparts. Despite differences in layout, Sawyer acknowledged that the show captured the essence of the game’s locales effectively.
One notable point of contention among fans was the positioning of the Dinky the T-Rex statue in Season 2, Episode 1. In Fallout: New Vegas, Dinky faces away from the town of Novac to serve as a sniper perch. However, in the show, the statue was rotated to face towards the motel to accommodate a scene involving a character named Lucy. While some fans expressed disappointment over this change, Sawyer understood the decision and didn’t view it as a significant issue.
Looking ahead to Season 3, Sawyer hinted at new storylines and locations, mentioning that the show was charting its own plot rather than strictly following the game’s narrative. He confirmed that the upcoming season would explore Colorado, a location not previously featured in the mainline Fallout games, offering fans a fresh take on the post-apocalyptic setting.
Despite any deviations from the source material, Sawyer expressed excitement for the future of the series and the potential for further expansion of the Fallout universe. With Season 3 already in pre-production and set to begin filming soon, fans can anticipate a continuation of the overarching Fallout storyline. Moreover, Bethesda chief Todd Howard’s confirmation of several new cast members, including Manny Jacinto, Thomasin McKenzie, Emily Mortimer, and Aaron Paul, has generated further buzz surrounding the show’s upcoming season. Paul, a self-proclaimed Fallout fan, is expected to bring his enthusiasm and talent to the series.
As the Fallout TV show forges its own path within the established Fallout timeline, viewers can look forward to unique storylines, new settings, and an expansion of the beloved franchise. Sawyer’s positive assessment of the adaptation reinforces the show’s potential to deliver compelling narratives and engaging characters that stay true to the spirit of the Fallout games.