Tim Cain, the co-creator of Fallout, has shed light on the significant hurdles involved in remastering the original games in the iconic series. The first Fallout game debuted in 1997 under Interplay Productions, introducing its unique retro-futuristic aesthetic in a post-apocalyptic world. A sequel followed in 1998, developed by Black Isle Studios, set 79 years after the events of the first game.

The franchise's latest installment, Fallout 76, continues to evolve as a live-service title. Fallout 76 fans should mark June 3 on their calendars for the launch of Season 21, titled "Gone Fishing." This update introduces new gear, fishing mechanics, decorations, wearables, a new ally, and even a Poseidon-themed arm wrestling machine. Players have been exploring these features since April on the public test servers.

In a recent YouTube video, Cain explained that one of the biggest obstacles to remastering the first two Fallout games is the absence of the original source code. While he initially assumed Bethesda possessed a copy, Cain pointed out the legal complexities and licensing rights that complicate its retrieval. Fallout fans have long clamored for remasters or remakes of the classic titles, especially since Fallout 5 remains years away from completion. In an earlier interview with MrMattyPlays, Bethesda's Todd Howard emphasized the team's priority to ensure Fallout and Fallout 2 remain playable on modern PCs, stating they didn't want to alter the originals "just for the sake of modernizing them."

The original Fallout is among several classic RPGs that deserve the Oblivion treatment, alongside titles like Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines, The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind, and Planescape Torment. This discussion gained traction after Bethesda unexpectedly released a remaster of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion. Fans have passionately responded to Cain's video, suggesting potential collaborations between Cain and Howard, citing the Amazon live-action series as an example of a faithful adaptation. One fan even lamented the potential loss of the "super-intuitive" mouse controls from the original games on modern consoles.

Fallout 3 remaster discussions have also surfaced, with designer Bruce Nesmith emphasizing the need to improve the game's gun combat in any potential update. While Bethesda has yet to confirm a Fallout 3 remaster, the community's demand is undeniable. However, past leaks suggest fans shouldn't expect an announcement soon.