On December 17, 2025, the series Fallout made its big return to Prime Video with the launch of its season 2. An event for fans of post-apocalyptic universes, but also for players, who were surprised to receive a salvo of new rewards in Fallout 76. Bethesda and Microsoft are taking advantage of the enthusiasm around the series to put their MMORPG back in the spotlight, with a joint operation that is as generous as it is strategic.
Fallout series: a high-voltage launch
Season 2 of Fallout It didn’t take long for her to be talked about. Broadcast on Prime Video, the first episode was immediately praised for its atmosphere faithful to video games, and its careful production. Driven by the universe imagined by Bethesda, the series continues to appeal to a wide audience, beyond just gamers.
To capitalize on this enthusiasm, the Bethesda and Microsoft teams imagined a cross-media campaign combining TV series and in-game content. Result: players are invited to dive back into the world of Appalachia with several surprises on the program.
Two new wallpapers for Xbox Series
First gesture towards fans: Microsoft has made available two exclusive dynamic wallpapers for Xbox Series X|S consoles. The first is directly inspired by the new season of the series, while the second pays homage to The Ardent Springsa recent update of Fallout 76. These animated visuals, already available for download, offer an immersive design to players wishing to personalize their console in the colors of the saga.
A purely cosmetic, but symbolic, initiative which further anchors the convergence between video games and television series.
Fallout 76 and Fallout 1st subscription available for free
The real surprise of this operation lies in the two free trials offered by Bethesda. Until December 23, 2025, Fallout 76 can be played for free on Xbox and PlayStationwithout any content restrictions. This is the perfect opportunity to discover the title or get back into it at a lower cost.
Furthermore, the subscription Fallout 1st – normally paid – is also offered in a free trial version. Accessible via the Atomic Shop, it gives access to various advantages such as exclusive cosmetic items and the possibility of creating private servers to play with friends.
A winning return for Fallout 76?
On the sidelines of its successful series, Bethesda seems determined to restore the image of Fallout 76. Long criticized upon its release, the game has gradually improved in quality thanks to rigorous monitoring and numerous updates. This December’s operation is part of a clear desire to reposition it as a cornerstone of the Fallout ecosystem.
As the license celebrates a new stage in its television transposition, players can look forward to being entitled to enriched content, completely free, and tailor-made for the end-of-year holidays.