15 Gameplay Features Fallout 3 Did Better Than Fallout 4

More Traditional RPG Elements

While Fallout 4 received significant praise for its shooting elements, some felt this contributed to the dulling of the RPG mechanics. Fallout 3, in contrast, made VATS almost mandatory for many tough fights. It was needed for properly planning and thinking through encounters. Once again, Fallout 4 follows a more loot-grinding formula for its shooting and if you’re into that, it’s perfectly serviceable. But if you want a bit more tactics at the cost of smoother shooting, Fallout 3 is probably the way to go.