Gamers love Fallout. The hugely popular video game franchise about a 1950’s inspired post apocalyptic nuclear wasteland has spawned multiple titles selling in the millions and has become a pop culture phenomenon. In Fallout, players explore an irradiated wasteland of what was the United States while meeting a colorful cast of slightly unhinged characters and fending off mutated monsters of all types. Think Leave It to Beaver meets Mad Max. And thanks to its popularity, Fallout has spawned a massive amount of collectibles and merchandise, (what’s more American than consumerism) that fans of the series love. From Fallout inspired armored backpacks, to action figures to soda pop, there’s no shortage of Fallout goodies for fans. Which is why, on the eve of the newest release in the series, Fallout 76, we scoured the wasteland for the 10 best geeky gift ideas for Fallout fans.
1. Fallout 76 – Official Collector’s Edition Guide
Best for: Surviving the Fallout 76 wasteland
An essential survival tool for exploring the smokey mountains of old West Virginia. This comprehensive guide-book has everything a player needs to get the most out of Fallout 76. With a comprehensive character creation guide, quest walkthroughs, crafting blueprints and a pull out map of the West Virginia wasteland this book has everything a reclaimer needs. Included is a digital code for full access to your guide on any mobile device or your trusty pipboy. Don’t leave your vault without it!
2. Nuka Cola Girl Statue
Best for: Shelf collectors
In the world of Fallout, Nuka-Cola is the beverage of choice to quench any thirst. And the popular mascot for Nuka-Cola is none other than the 50’s inspired pin-up, Nuka-Girl! This beautifully detailed statue of Nuka-Girl is huge at over 9 inches tall and comes complete with her signature Thirst-Zapper and bottle of delicious Nuka-Cola in hand. One of the best geeky gifts ideas for Fallout fans, Nuka-Girl is a must have statue for any gamer’s shelf. Zap that thirst!
3. Fallout Vinyl Wall Clock
Best for: Counting down to doomsday
Get ready for the nuclear apocalypse in style, with this Fallout themed clock. This unique clock is actually cut from an old record for a unique retro vinyl look like nothing else out there. Featuring Vault-Boy front and center happily smiling with a thumbs up in front of a mushroom cloud, this clock is the perfect timepiece for any gaming room or Fallout shelter. A fun gift for fans of the series.
4. Fallout Box
Best for: Fallout fanatics
A complete fallout collection in a box! Crammed full of Fallout collectibles and memorabilia, this Loot-Crate style fan box is filled with unique Fallout collectibles that will make any wastelander’s day complete. Each box contains a Nuka-Cola Quantum from Jones Soda, Vault-Boy bobble-head, mini lunchbox tins, Atom Cats and red Rocket pins, Nuka-Cola air freshener, 16 oz Fallout cup, and Vault-Boy phone charging station. Whew! And all in a Fallout themed box to store all of their geeky Fallout goodies. A great value and a perfect gift idea for any serious Fallout fan.
5. Fallout Vault Tec Suit Up 111 Armored Laptop Backpack
Best for: Wasteland adventuring
The ultimate backpack for any Fallout fan, nothing is cooler than this Vault-Tec backpack! Designed to look just like an armored Vault-Suit with its padded leather pouches and straps, this backpack looks amazing. And it’s functional too with enough storage for all your laptops, school books, bottle caps, stim-packs and all the ammo you can carry! Officially licensed by Bethesda Studios, the developers of Fallout, this backpack is a must have for Fallout fans. You won’t find a cooler backpack anywhere in the wasteland.
6. Funko Legacy Action- Fallout Power Armor Action Figure
Best for: Freeing the wasteland of ghouls and mutants
War. War never changes. Luckily, the wasteland is a safer place when the Brotherhood of Steel is on patrol! This super articulated Fallout power armor action figure makes a great collectible for any Fallout fan. Standing at 6 inches tall and articulated at the arms and legs, this set of power armor comes complete with a removable laser rifle. This figure is another great display piece for any fan’s work space, gaming room or just to have fun and play with. Looks great when placed next to the also available Lone Wanderer action figure.
7. Pip Boy Device Prop
Best for: Vault dwellers who like to party
An essential piece of gear for any vault-dweller, this wrist mounted Pip-Boy is a must have for Fallout fans. Easily claps around any wrist for access to your inventory, limb damage and favorite radio stations! Though this version is made from non-functional molded plastic, there are deluxe pip-boys with smart phone connectivity for a fully working display screen. Perfect for Halloween, and cosplay alike, it’s not Fallout without a pip-boy. Don’t leave your vault without!
8. Fallout 4 Nuka Cola Collectible Tin Tote
Best for: Antique collectors
What better way to show your love of Fallout than with this amazing collectible Fallout 4 lunchbox tin? The lunchbox features Nuka-Girl on the front and a “Zap That Thirst” slogan on the back slogan on the back. This lunchbox is another great display piece from the world of Fallout any gamer would love. Our favorite idea? Gift it full of bottlecaps for an authentic “bottlecap mine” straight from the game that any fan would geek out over in an instant!
9. Vault-Tec Blue T-Shirt
Best for: Potential vault dwellers
Let everybody know you support Vault-Tec with this 100% cotton Fallout themed T-shirt. The distressed Vault-Tec logo looks vintage and is stylish in its simplicity. The soft cotton makes this shirt so super comfortable to wear that it will quickly become a favorite. Makes a great Halloween costume and has that Vault-Tec quality you can trust!
10. Fallout Board Game
Best for: Game nights with friends
Inspired by the popular franchise, the Fallout board game turns wasteland survival into a fun-filled table top adventure. This RPG “light” game comes with detailed character miniatures and a modular board setup for endless play sessions and new adventures. Survive in the wasteland to level up your character with new perks and gear. For 1-4 players.