Reel Review Mom

Just when I thought I couldn’t love this show more, Fallout on Amazon Prime pulls me right back into the wasteland—this time with the start of season 2 and a location that longtime fans will instantly recognize: New Vegas. If you know the game, you know how big of a deal that is…

Before jumping into season 2, I did a full rewatch of season 1 back in December to refresh my memory, and after watching the first two episodes of the new season, I can confidently say I’m once again completely in love with this series. Hooked. Invested. Not going anywhere.

Let’s get this out of the way: my love for Bethesda’s Fallout games absolutely plays a role here. The games nailed the storytelling, character development, dark humor, and originality—and somehow, the TV series does the exact same thing. That is no small feat. Adaptations like this usually stumble. Fallout does not. Especially if you loved the games, this show delivers in all the ways that matter.

The shift toward New Vegas feels exciting, dangerous, and perfectly on-brand. The tone is spot-on: brutal, bizarre, and weirdly heartfelt. The world-building remains insanely good, blending retro-futurism with absolute chaos in a way that feels authentic to the source material without being fan-servicey.

And the performances? Outstanding. Walter Goggins as The Ghoul continues to be a standout—gritty, unpredictable, and endlessly compelling. Every time he’s on screen, the show levels up. Ella Purnell as Lucy, the former Vault 33 resident, remains the emotional anchor of the series. Watching her evolve and adapt to the horrors of the wasteland is one of the most satisfying arcs in the show.

Two episodes into season 2, and Fallout hasn’t missed a beat. It respects the games, expands the universe, and tells a damn good story all on its own.

💬 Are you watching season 2 yet? Especially my fellow Fallout gamers—I want to hear your thoughts. Drop a comment below and share this post on social media, because this is one adaptation that absolutely does not disappoint.