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“Epic science fiction game, that's always been on my mind. Post-apocalyptic, 'Fallout,' was our first choice. Sci-fi was our second at the time, when we got the 'Fallout' license. We were going to do our own post-apocalyptic universe if we didn't get 'Fallout.'” quote by Todd Howard
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“Epic science fiction game, that's always been on my mind. Post-apocalyptic, 'Fallout,' was our first choice. Sci-fi was our second at the time, when we got the 'Fallout' license. We were going to do our own post-apocalyptic universe if we didn't get 'Fallout.'”

Todd Howard

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Original ideas can be pursued when licensing fails, driving creative alternatives.

In simple terms: Create new worlds when blocked.

Key Takeaway

Embrace creative pivots.

Themes

gaming creativity strategy

Mood

strategic optimistic

Type

industry creative

When to use this quote

  • game design
  • project planning
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

intellectual property worldbuilding innovation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to test new ideas?
  • When to abandon a concept?
A Different Perspective

Original concepts may lack market appeal.

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