The creators behind the upcoming Fallout series on Prime Video are positioning the show as a spiritual successor to the games, akin to a "Fallout 5." Set after the events of the games, the series will explore new areas within the post-apocalyptic United States, specifically vault 33 and Los Angeles.

During a roundtable interview, showrunner Graham Wagner stated that they didn't rely on game characters but are telling a new story within the Fallout universe. The TV adaptation promises to retain the essence of what fans adore about the franchise.

Recognizing the open-world and character customization features that are hallmarks of the Fallout games, the series will instead focus on three different characters. These include Lucy, played by Ella Purnell, from Vault 33; Maximus, played by Aaron Moten, from the Brotherhood of Steel; and Walton Goggins' The Ghoul, who has been alive for centuries. These characters are designed to offer varied perspectives and experiences of the Fallout world, akin to how players create their own experiences in the game.

Jonathan Nolan, the executive producer and director, expressed excitement about leveraging the ensemble cast to mirror the games' role-playing aspects. The trio of protagonists aims to present the moral ambiguities and gray areas typical of the series.

The show's teasers and promotional materials, such as trailers and first-look images, have garnered positive reactions from fans, increasing anticipation for the series premiere. The Fallout TV series is set to bring the beloved franchise to a new medium, expanding its storytelling while staying true to its roots.

The Fallout series on Prime Video is yet another example of how popular video game franchises are expanding into television and film, underscoring the growing trend of multimedia adaptions of gaming IPs.