Fallout Drops Cheeky Christmas Fireplace Special With Ghoul and New Vegas Nod
Fallout has surprised fans with a Christmas fireplace special featuring the Ghoul and a cameo from New Vegas, just ahead of season 2 on Prime Video. Expect a cosy yet dark twist and a familiar voice.
Just in time for the festive season, Fallout has rolled out an unexpected Christmas fireplace special, giving fans a taste of the series’ signature dark humour before the next batch of episodes lands on Prime Video. The special stars Walton Goggins as the Ghoul, who’s found warming himself by a fire that’s anything but ordinary. Instead of your standard log, he’s chucked a human arm on the flames—classic Fallout, really. The Ghoul settles in, making a tongue-in-cheek request to tilt his head away from the heat if he dozes off, setting the tone for a delightfully grim holiday treat.
Mr. New Vegas Makes a Cameo
As the Ghoul gets comfortable, viewers are treated to a familiar voice—Mr. New Vegas, the artificial radio host fans will remember from Fallout: New Vegas. After the Ghoul signs off, Mr. New Vegas chimes in, his smooth tones drifting in and out throughout the special. It’s a subtle nod for those who know their Fallout lore, and a clever way to keep punters listening in for every quip and comment. The special is perfect for anyone wanting a bit of post-apocalyptic ambience with their Christmas lunch.
Setting the Scene for Season 2
With the second season of Fallout about to drop, the special serves as a cheeky teaser for what’s to come. New Vegas is set to play a major role in the upcoming episodes, and the show’s creators are keen to do justice to the game’s legacy.
‘We sort of approach it like we do a new game, right? Like, hey, we’re starting fresh, and okay, we’re going back to Vegas. Number one, we’ve got to honour the journey that every player had there, and manoeuvring that is tricky.’
That’s how Todd Howard put it recently, hinting at the careful balance the team is aiming for as they revisit one of the franchise’s most beloved settings.
Prime Video Release and What to Expect
The much-anticipated second season is set to premiere on December 17, and fans are already buzzing about what’s in store. With New Vegas front and centre, there’s plenty of speculation about which characters and storylines will make the cut. In the meantime, the Christmas fireplace special is a fun way to keep the Fallout spirit alive—and maybe even add a bit of wasteland charm to your holiday celebrations. If you’re looking to pad out your watchlist, there’s no shortage of top-notch shows on Prime Video to keep you entertained until the new season arrives.