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Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition - Everything We Know About Release, Switch 2 Version and New Features

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Next month, the Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition will be released for consoles and PC. We’ve gathered all the key details on its release and the new content.

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To celebrate the tenth anniversary of the RPG classic, Bethesda is releasing the Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition. This complete package combines the base game, all add-ons, and over 150 pieces of content from the Creation Club. Here’s everything you need to know about the release date, platforms, and new features.

When does the Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition release?

The Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition will launch on November 10, 2025 – exactly ten years after the game’s original release. The edition will be available digitally for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. A version for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 is also planned, expected to arrive sometime in 2026.

What content is included in the Anniversary Edition?

The Anniversary Edition unites the full Fallout 4 experience in one updated package. It includes:

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  • The base game Fallout 4
  • Six official add-ons:
    • Automatron
    • Far Harbor
    • Nuka-World
    • Vault-Tec Workshop
    • Wasteland Workshop
    • Contraptions Workshop

These DLCs include all major expansions and workshop add-ons previously released separately. According to Bethesda, this collection covers the complete adventure across the post-nuclear Commonwealth – from settlement building to new storylines and enemies.

An overview of all new content in the Anniversary Edition of Fallout 4, including weapons, skins, and more.
The Anniversary Edition brings a wealth of new content to the game. © Bethesda

What’s new in the Anniversary Edition?

In addition to the familiar content, the Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition includes over 150 pieces from the Creation Club. Created by both professional developers and community members, some of these additions have never been released before. The expansion includes:

  • New weapons
  • Additional quests
  • Gameplay improvements
  • Cosmetic enhancements
  • New Dogmeat variants, including husky and Dalmatian breeds

The edition also features an improved in-game menu for “Creations,” making it easier to browse, download, and activate new content directly in-game. This marks the first time Creations have been officially integrated into Fallout 4.

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Will existing players get access to the new content?

Bethesda is planning a separate update that will bring Creation Club content to existing Fallout 4 versions. Upgrade options for Game Pass and PlayStation Plus players are also in the works, granting access to the new content and DLCs. Pricing details have not yet been announced.

Fallout 4 on a Nintendo console for the first time

With the planned release of the Anniversary Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, Fallout 4 will appear on a Nintendo console for the very first time. Technical details, such as resolution and performance, have not yet been shared. The release is currently slated for 2026.

Conclusion: What the Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition offers

The Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition celebrates a decade of the apocalypse in one complete bundle. Whether you’re exploring post-apocalyptic Boston for the first time or returning for a fresh experience, this release offers the most comprehensive Fallout 4 experience yet. According to Bethesda, there’s something for every Vault Dweller – whether you love settlement building, mutant hunting, or teaching Dogmeat new tricks.

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Source: Bethesda

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Ilona Frank

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