Bethesda's Fallout 76 has experienced one heck of a ride over the past five years, and the studio doesn't look to stop here as it announces map expansion and new content for 2024.
05.12.2023 - 14:31 / gamesindustry.biz
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Bethesda's Fallout 76 has experienced one heck of a ride over the past five years, and the studio doesn't look to stop here as it announces map expansion and new content for 2024.
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