Fallout fans have been on a long wait for the next mainline game in the post-apocalyptic series. With Fallout 5 still likely years away, especially since Bethesda is focused on The Elder Scrolls 6, players have been eager for any sign that the Wasteland is coming back.
While it isn’t the next big RPG fans have been dreaming of, Bethesda and Modiphius Entertainment have a new way to jump into Fallout in 2026 with a tabletop card game called Fallout: Power Play.
Emmanuel Umahi
Fallout: Power Play is designed for 2–4 players, letting you take control of one of the franchise’s iconic factions: the Brotherhood of Steel, the Enclave, the Raiders, or the Super Mutants. The goal? Dominate key locations across the Wasteland by completing quests, gaining influence with your agents, and sabotaging your opponents with “Power Play” cards.
Each set comes with everything you need to dive right in: a rules flyer, 100 faction cards, 10 Wasteland cards, 6 location cards, and a token sheet. Scheduled for a January 2026 launch, it’s priced around $30 at select retailers and is already open for pre-order.
The game is heavily inspired by the classic Fallout video games rather than the Amazon TV series. It’s a strategy-focused, tabletop spin on the universe, perfect for fans who want to gather friends or family around the table instead of staring at a screen.
Not the Fallout Game You’ve Been Waiting For
It’s worth being honest: Fallout: Power Play is not Fallout 5. There won’t be roaming the Wasteland in first-person, exploring vaults, or raiding settlements online. For those looking for the next big RPG adventure, the wait isn’t over. But as a way to immerse yourself in the Fallout world while waiting for the next mainline release, it’s a creative alternative that keeps the franchise alive in a fresh way.
With the TV show bringing the universe to a new audience and Fallout 5 still a long way off, Power Play offers a fun, social entry point into the world of Fallout that’s both strategic and interactive.
The Takeaway
Fallout: Power Play may not replace a full video game, but it fills a gap for fans craving a taste of the Wasteland while waiting for the next major release. It’s a reminder that the Fallout universe isn’t just a video game; it’s a cultural sandbox that can exist across different media. If you love the franchise, this is a perfect way to engage with its factions, locations, and iconic characters in a new and social way.
Emmanuel Umahi
