My first Fallout game was Fallout 4 and I never understood why it got so much hate, that is until I went back and played Fallout 3 and New Vegas, now I understand peoples issues with it.
Fallout 3 to me is just slightly more enjoyable than New Vegas. The main reason for that is more memorable locations and I felt more rewarded for exploring out of the way areas.
Are the shooting and graphics dated? Absolutely, but a lot of the things that are loved about the Fallout games are still present such as dialogue choices that allow you to shape your character, the unique world, and memorable characters and locations.
Fallout 3 to me is just slightly more enjoyable than New Vegas. The main reason for that is more memorable locations and I felt more rewarded for exploring out of the way areas.
Are the shooting and graphics dated? Absolutely, but a lot of the things that are loved about the Fallout games are still present such as dialogue choices that allow you to shape your character, the unique world, and memorable characters and locations.