Another Settlement Needs Our Help, and We’re Ready to Go Back
Prepare to hear the sweet, sweet sound of a Fat Man launching in the distance. It’s been a full decade since ‘Fallout 4’ first dropped us into the post-apocalyptic Boston Commonwealth, and to celebrate the game’s 10th anniversary, Bethesda has just announced the definitive version of the beloved RPG. Get ready for ‘Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition,’ a massive package launching on November 10, 2025, that bundles the base game with every piece of official content and a treasure trove of community creations.
This is more than just a Game of the Year edition; it’s a celebration of a decade of settlement building, super mutant slaying, and searching for your long-lost son. Timed perfectly with the incredible success of the Fallout TV series, this is the perfect excuse for seasoned vault dwellers to return to the wasteland and for new fans to experience the adventure for the first time.
What’s in the Box? All DLC and a Mountain of Mods
So, what exactly makes this Anniversary Edition so special? Bethesda is packing it with content. This single purchase will get you:
- The Full Base Game: The complete, award-winning ‘Fallout 4’ experience.
- All Six Official DLCs: This includes the major story expansions ‘Far Harbor,’ ‘Nuka-World,’ and ‘Automatron,’ as well as the ‘Contraptions,’ ‘Vault-Tec,’ and ‘Wasteland’ workshop add-ons.
- Over 150 Creation Club Items: This is the big one. Bethesda is bundling over 150 of the best community-made mods from the Creation Club, including fan favorites and some previously unreleased content.
The new Creation Club content teased in the announcement is especially exciting. We saw glimpses of new weapons, different breeds for Dogmeat (like a husky or a Dalmatian), unique Pip-Boy paint jobs, and even entirely new quests. One teased creation will bring a “slice of the Mojave Desert” to the Commonwealth, while another is an escape room experience. There’s even a bizarre-sounding mod that lets you interact with a “mind’s eye” version of your spouse, voiced by the original actors. This is a huge injection of new things to see and do.
The New ‘Creations’ Menu: Making Mods Easier Than Ever
To make all this new community content accessible, ‘Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition’ will feature a brand new in-game ‘Creations’ menu. Similar to the system seen in ‘Skyrim’ and ‘Starfield,’ this will be a one-stop shop for players on both PC and console to easily browse, find, and download community-made content. It’s a huge quality-of-life improvement that brings the rich modding scene to a wider audience.
Here’s a breakdown of the release details:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 10, 2025 |
| Platforms | PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S |
| Nintendo Switch 2 Version | Coming in 2026 |
| Included Content | Base Game + All 6 DLCs + 150+ Creation Club Items |
| For Existing Owners | An ‘Anniversary Upgrade’ will be available for purchase. |
Good News for Returning Players and First-Time Nintendo Adventurers
If you already own ‘Fallout 4,’ you won’t be left out in the cold. Bethesda is offering an ‘Anniversary Upgrade’ that will allow existing owners to get all the new Creation Club content without having to re-buy the entire game. This upgrade will also be available for players on Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus.
In even bigger news, ‘Fallout 4’ is finally coming to a Nintendo console. A port of the ‘Anniversary Edition’ is scheduled to release on the Nintendo Switch 2 sometime in 2026. This marks the first time the game will be officially available on a Nintendo platform, allowing a whole new audience to experience the Commonwealth on the go.
Conclusion
The ‘Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition’ is more than just a re-release; it’s a celebration of a beloved game and a bridge to its future. By bundling all official DLC with a massive collection of community-made content and making it more accessible than ever, Bethesda is giving players the perfect reason to once again step out of the vault and explore the wasteland. War never changes, but on November 10th, the Commonwealth is about to get a whole lot bigger.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition release?
It launches on November 10, 2025, for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms, coinciding with the game’s 10th anniversary.
What is included in the Anniversary Edition?
It includes the base ‘Fallout 4’ game, all six of its official DLC expansions (‘Far Harbor,’ ‘Nuka-World,’ etc.), and over 150 pieces of Creation Club content (mods).
I already own Fallout 4. Do I have to buy it again?
No. An ‘Anniversary Upgrade’ will be available for purchase, which will add all the new Creation Club content to your existing game.
Is Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition coming to the Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes, Bethesda has confirmed that a port of the ‘Anniversary Edition’ will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 sometime in 2026.
What is the new ‘Creations’ menu?
It is a new in-game menu, similar to the one in ‘Skyrim’ and ‘Starfield,’ that will make it easy for players on both PC and consoles to find, download, and play community-made content.
What kind of new Creation Club content is being added?
Bethesda has teased a wide variety of content, including new weapons, different breeds for Dogmeat, new quests, and even a creation that adds a piece of the Mojave Desert to the game.